Tag: family dynamics
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Navigating the Challenges of Raising Four Daughters: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother of four daughters, I’ve grown accustomed to the well-meaning but often exhausting comments that come my way. I know that when we step out as a family, I can expect the same expressions of surprise and sympathy, and it’s become almost automatic for me to brace myself for the…
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When Should Your In-Laws Visit After the Baby Arrives?
Read more “I’m facing some tension with my mother-in-law regarding the timing of her visit after our little one arrives—did I mention our baby hasn’t even been born yet? She expressed her disappointment at not being invited for the birth, but I’m feeling overwhelmed at the thought of hosting my mother, grandmother, and mother-in-law right…
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What I Want My Son to Learn About My Depression
Get Pregnant Fast As a child, I grappled with the heavy burden of my mother’s depression that lingered long after my parents’ divorce. I often felt as though I was to blame, convinced that I could have done something to ease her pain. Now, as I navigate my own mental health challenges, I find myself…
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Father Loses Custody of Children Featured in Controversial Prank Videos
Get Pregnant Fast In a shocking turn of events, a father known as “DaddyOFive” has lost temporary custody of two children prominently featured on his YouTube prank channel. Mike and Sarah Martin, the parents behind the channel, have faced significant backlash for their videos, which showcase what many deem as cruel and abusive pranks directed…
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How Cognitive Therapy Transformed My Teen’s Life
Get Pregnant Fast My son faced a challenging year. As he transitioned from childhood to adolescence, our family dynamic changed drastically when my husband and I decided to separate. We tried to maintain stability for our children, but in retrospect, I question whether that approach was truly beneficial. It’s widely recognized that divorce can have…
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Why I Stopped Punishing My Child for Using Profanity
Get Pregnant Fast Hearing my seven-year-old son, Max, drop an f-bomb in front of me is certainly uncomfortable. It all started last year when he began expressing his frustration with colorful language. The first incident occurred at dinner. My father was at the table with the kids, as usual. I was serving up some spaghetti…
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What It’s Really Like to Be a Mom with Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Get Pregnant Fast From a young age, I’ve had the habit of chewing my fingernails down to the quick. It’s not a cute little nervous habit; it’s a compulsive act driven by an overwhelming sense of anxiety that seems to follow me every waking moment. While only my closest friends and family are aware of…
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Seeking More Respect from Your Sassy Kids? Here’s How to Get It.
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 29, 2023 Originally Published: July 29, 2023 It’s a universal truth: at some point, every child—no matter how polite or well-mannered—will unleash a wave of sass that can leave any parent dumbfounded. Whether it’s a toddler throwing a tantrum or a teenager rolling their eyes, disrespectful comments can emerge from…
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Unintentional Gaslighting: Why It’s Time to Reassess Our Parenting Approach
Get Pregnant Fast Life can be challenging for kids. “Stop whining,” “It’s not a big deal,” “Suck it up,” and “You’re fine” are phrases many of us have heard or even uttered in moments of frustration. As parents, we often respond to our children’s tears or complaints with skepticism, believing we’re guiding them toward resilience.…
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My 9-Year-Old Self-Diagnosed With Autism: A Journey of Discovery
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, during our bedtime routine, my insightful and wonderfully inquisitive 9-year-old son, whom I’ll call Jake, shared a story about his day at school. It was a tale from recess where another child, Max, was throwing stones and making threats. Although Jake had friends rallying around him, he was clearly rattled by…