Tag: family support
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What to Write in a Baby Shower Card — Messages and Wishes
Read more Writing a message in a baby shower card can sometimes be a bit tricky, especially if you want it to resonate with the parents-to-be. Whether you’re close friends or family members, expressing your excitement and support is essential. Here are some tips to help you craft the perfect message. What to Include in…
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Postpartum Depression Almost Cost Me My Life and Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast Many of the memories from my daughter’s first year are a blur—faint and elusive, as though I’m watching a film without being able to grasp the storyline. I feel disconnected from the moments that should have been joyful, as if they were edited out of the footage. This is the unfortunate legacy…
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I Didn’t Truly Understand Fear Until We Faced Losing Our Child
Get Pregnant Fast As I hurried down the hospital corridor, my heart raced to keep pace with the nurses moving swiftly past me. They placed my daughter, Ava, into a large incubator with multiple access points. The hours that followed felt like a whirlwind of medical professionals, each one delivering urgent updates. The two questions…
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I’m Not Close With My Family, And That’s Absolutely Okay
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating family dynamics can be complicated, and for many, including myself, maintaining close relationships with family members isn’t always feasible. I’ve gone months without speaking to my brother, perhaps even up to half a year. My conversations with my mother occur roughly once a month, and with my father deceased, there’s no…
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Navigating the Challenge of Learning Differences in Children
Get Pregnant Fast When I sat down with Dr. Thompson, I felt a wave of anxiety wash over me. “He’s reading at a first-grade level,” I managed to say, trying to steady my breath. “What?” she exclaimed, her eyes wide with disbelief. “He’s ten!” I hesitated, swallowing the urge to remind her of his age.…
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Childhood Anxiety: Understanding the Challenge and How Parents Can Support Their Children
Get Pregnant Fast As the back-to-school season unfolds, social media is awash with images of cheerful, well-dressed children, symbolizing new beginnings. While many families embrace this fresh chapter with joy, for some, this time can be overshadowed by the realities of childhood anxiety. In our home, we have navigated the complexities of anxiety, particularly with…
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An Open Letter to Those Who Judge My 5-Year-Old for Using a Stroller
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Readers, I feel compelled to address the judgment I’ve encountered over the past few days regarding my daughter, Emily, and her use of a stroller. To those who have exchanged disapproving glances or whispered critiques behind my back, I urge you to come forward and engage in an open conversation about…
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What Healthcare Professionals Often Overlook About Welcoming a Child with Down Syndrome
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the journey of pregnancy can be daunting, especially when you learn that your unborn child may have a genetic condition. During my first pregnancy, I faced this very reality. At around 12 weeks, I received a phone call that would change my perspective forever. The MaterniT21 test indicated that my baby…