Tag: parenting
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The Myth of the Perfect Parent is Stealing Our Joy
Get Pregnant Fast When my first child was a toddler, I found myself captivated by a variety of crafting blogs. Admittedly, I lack any real crafting skills, but these blogs made it sound so effortless to whip up charming mittens or create a papier-mâché basket alongside my energetic 2-year-old. It appeared these crafty moms had…
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My Daughter’s Estrangement: A Journey Through Addiction and Regret
Get Pregnant Fast My daughter has chosen silence. She has disabled the tracker on her iPhone, retreating to her father’s home, harboring deep resentment towards me. And frankly, she’s justified. I’ve let her down in ways I can never fully amend. If this situation doesn’t improve, it will stand as my greatest failure as a…
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My Struggles with Self-Image and Their Impact on My Children
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jane Taylor Date: September 5, 2023 I have to admit something that weighs heavily on my mind: I struggle with my self-image. It’s a truth I’ve faced numerous times, and it’s likely not the last. I find myself making self-critical remarks about my appearance daily. After carrying and giving birth to…
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A Journey of Recovery: Insights from My Rock Bottom Experience
Get Pregnant Fast Letting go is not an option for me today. One misstep, a fleeting moment of self-pity, or a poor choice could strip away everything and everyone that fills my life with purpose and love. To outsiders, my life might appear dismal; I manage to get by from paycheck to paycheck in a…
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Navigating Guilt: Reflecting on My Child’s Premature Birth Six Years Later
Get Pregnant Fast November has always been a whirlwind for my family, with my eldest son’s birthday nestled between Halloween and Thanksgiving. This time of year kicks off a festive chaos that lasts until the New Year, filled with celebrations and family gatherings. However, my son’s birthday was meant to be a month after the…
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24 Tweets That Will Make Every Mom Say ‘SAME’
Get Pregnant Fast As mothers, we each make unique choices in our parenting journeys, and that’s perfectly fine. Some of us choose to breastfeed, while others may not or can’t. Co-sleeping works wonders for some families, while others would rather avoid it altogether. And let’s be honest—some moms can tolerate Caillou, while others would rather…
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The Unexpected Challenge of Parenting: Mental Fatigue
Get Pregnant Fast Image credit: Diego Cervo / Shutterstock When you become a parent, physical exhaustion becomes a constant companion. For those of us with multiple children, the idea of feeling well-rested might seem like a distant dream—one that may never come true. My eldest is almost a teenager, and I’m still on the lookout…
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The Unvarnished Reality of Blended Families
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, as we nestled into bed with a glass of red wine, Tom revealed that his son, Lucas, had recently hurt his feelings. He had planned an outing he thought Lucas would enjoy, but Lucas’s lukewarm response fell short of his expectations. This was just one of many disappointments my dear…
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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…