Tag: personal growth
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Breaking Free From Family Dysfunction: My Journey to Healing
Get Pregnant Fast I grew up in a household where my parents were trapped in a loveless marriage. Their frustrations manifested daily in the form of arguments that often escalated to shouting matches and, occasionally, physical altercations. My sister and I witnessed this turmoil, believing that their decision to stay together for our sake was…
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Four Valuable Lessons I Gained from My Partner
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother navigating the complexities of parenthood for over three and a half years—more if you factor in my pregnancy—I’ve become quite confident in my ability to manage life’s myriad challenges. I pride myself on forecasting the weather up to ten days in advance, coordinating our family’s hectic schedule, and knowing…
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In Search of My Ideal Mom Friend
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 21, 2017 Lately, I’ve realized I don’t have as many close friends as I thought. Don’t get me wrong—I have a rich history filled with wonderful friends from various stages of my life. I’m blessed with a fantastic family that often serves as my closest…
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Dear Firstborn,
Get Pregnant Fast It’s perfectly acceptable to experience failure, and then to fail again and again. Our relationship is unique; it’s not superior or less important than others, just distinct. You were the catalyst for my transformation, the gateway into motherhood. Your arrival marked the start of my journey. The moment you came into this…
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To the Individual Who Commented, ‘She’s Gained a Lot of Weight’
Get Pregnant Fast On a sweltering Fourth of July, I bumped into someone I hadn’t seen in a couple of years. The humidity had my hair plastered to my forehead, and my brave little boy sat snugly in my oversized yellow double stroller, the strap digging into my arm. My older son was jogging alongside…
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Exercise: A Valuable Investment in Yourself – Because You Deserve It
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all heard the mantra: exercise is crucial for a healthy lifestyle. While we recognize this truth, translating it into action can often feel like an uphill battle. I’m not addressing the unrealistic standards set by the media. Forget about that noise. There’s no need to impose absurd expectations by comparing ourselves…
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This Mom Completed a Triathlon to Show Her Daughter the Power of Perseverance
Get Pregnant Fast In an inspiring journey, Lisa Turner, a single mother from Cleveland, Ohio, transformed her life to teach her daughter the invaluable lesson that anything is achievable. At 35 years old and weighing 395 pounds, Lisa faced a moment that many mothers dread: her daughter began grappling with self-esteem issues. Struggling to find…
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Some Friendships Need to End, But the Pain Remains
Get Pregnant Fast When I first settled in my new town, I was a complete stranger to everyone around me. Building connections proved challenging, but everything changed with the arrival of my first child. It was through shared experiences of sleepless nights and breastfeeding that I began to forge meaningful relationships, often while waiting in…
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I’m a Wonderful Mom — I Just Raise My Voice Occasionally
Get Pregnant Fast One evening, as we were settling the kids down for bed with the windows wide open, I found myself delivering a somewhat animated talk about the importance of listening. Suddenly, the doorbell rang, and my heart sank. My immediate reaction was, “Oh no, what did they overhear?” The friendly elderly couple at…