Tag: family dynamics
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Living with a Verbally Abusive Partner: A Soul-Sucking Reality
Get Pregnant Fast I often see friends on social media sharing the intimate details of their relationships—their fights, their harsh words, and all the chaos in between. I could never imagine doing that; it seems so undignified. My family and my fiancé’s relatives are on my Facebook page, and the thought of airing out our…
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My Kids Seem to Enjoy Their Time with Their Dad More After Our Separation, And I’m Completely Fine With That
Get Pregnant Fast It’s not uncommon for children to playfully tease about their friends’ possessions, and my kids are no exception. They often engage in the game of “let’s see if we can convince Mom to get us this or that” while exaggerating their own situation. You know the drill — they act as if…
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My Strong-Willed Child Might Just Drive Me Crazy
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, many of us have experienced moments when our child appears to be strong-willed. Picture this: you’re in the grocery store, and your little one is throwing a tantrum because they didn’t get that oversized candy they begged for. It’s a scenario that feels all too familiar. However,…
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Navigating the Stages of Grief When a Loved One Continues to Support Trump
Get Pregnant Fast It feels like a lifetime since that fateful inauguration day. Each day brings forth a new wave of controversy, akin to Russian nesting dolls where one distressing revelation follows another. I’ve become far too familiar with the inner workings of the White House and its occupants — the names, the faces, the…
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The Hilarious Christmas Card Only THAT Sibling Will Understand
Get Pregnant Fast As the holiday season approaches, families are gearing up for their annual Christmas card photo shoots. This tradition often turns into a showcase of achievements and milestones, leaving some family members feeling a bit sidelined. One woman experienced this firsthand, but rather than sulking over her single, child-free lifestyle, she decided to…
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Confession: I Pop My Partner’s Zits
Get Pregnant Fast My partner, Mike, is quite the hairy fellow. With a thick mane of chest, back, and arm hair, plus a lumberjack-style beard, he’s definitely not lacking in the fur department. Over the 13 years we’ve been together, his hair situation has escalated. While he once had just a sprinkle of chest hair—much…
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When Your Toughest Challenge is Within: Battling Yourself as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother of over a decade, I’ve come to realize that my most formidable adversary is not the chaos of daily parenting or the external pressures of life. Instead, the greatest struggle I face is the one within myself. This internal conflict may not resonate with everyone. It’s not about battling…
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My Perspective as a ‘Bonus Mom’ to Three Wonderful Kids
Get Pregnant Fast “Hey, do you prefer being called a bonus mom or a stepmom?” my daughter, Lily, asked one afternoon as we lounged in the family room, enjoying some downtime together. Her question brought a smile to my face. It was an easy answer for me, one I’ve embraced for quite some time. “I…
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My Ex-Husband and I Were Good Friends, but Poor Partners
Get Pregnant Fast After tucking the kids in for the night, I paused at the entrance of our family room and asked my husband, “Do you have a moment?” My heart raced, although I kept that to myself. Friends of ours had recently divorced after 14 years, which made me reflect on the state of…