Tag: resilience
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Navigating the Tougher Days of Being a Special Needs Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a journey filled with highs and lows, and the challenges can be profoundly different for those raising children with special needs. Recently, I stumbled upon an article in a magazine that stirred a whirlwind of emotions within me. It wasn’t about controversial topics like dietary choices or parenting styles; instead,…
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Our NICU Journey: Transforming Me into a Resilient Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Leaving my newborn in the NICU was one of the most heart-wrenching experiences of my life. Our daughter, born at just 31 weeks and 4 days, had a long road ahead. Her lungs were too immature to provide her with the oxygen she required, and her underdeveloped suck reflex meant she couldn’t…
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The One Statement That Grieving Parents Least Want to Hear
Get Pregnant Fast Grief is a profound experience that can strike unexpectedly, whether you’re at home in solitude or navigating the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Losing a child is an unimaginable heartache that I’ve carried since two of my triplets passed away four years ago. Recently, I encountered a moment that reminded me…
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On Those Days When You Just Can’t Cope
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be an uphill battle, and sometimes, we just lose our cool. It’s a fundamental truth that every parent can relate to. The way we each reach that breaking point may differ, but the experience itself is universal. We all have our own unique triggers that can push us over the…
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Is the Saying “Once a Preemie, Always a Preemie” True? Not Always
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast As we gathered near the entrance, my daughter, Emma, eagerly scanned the bustling room filled with excited children. It was her first day of preschool after a long summer, and she was thrilled to reconnect with friends. In her excitement, she struggled to voice her question, repeating it multiple times. Nearby,…
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Learning to Shoot a Bow and Arrow with My Feet Wasn’t as Hard as Becoming a Dad
Read more Meet Alex Thompson, a Paralympic archer who has turned challenges into achievements since he first learned to shoot a bow using his feet. Born without arms, Alex astounded everyone by qualifying for the London 2012 Paralympic Games on his very first try. As he gears up for the Paris 2024 games, he’s eager…
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The Challenge of Avoiding Overparenting: Striking the Right Balance
Get Pregnant Fast As my children mature, I find myself navigating the complex terrain of parenting—balancing the need to be supportive without being overbearing. It’s a constant tug-of-war between protecting them and allowing them the freedom to grow. I want to equip them for life, not create dependencies that might lead them to live in…
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Navigating the Challenges of Caring for Aging Parents
Get Pregnant Fast This year has brought unexpected challenges as one of my parents fell ill. Thankfully, their condition is improving, but I can’t help but feel utterly unprepared for this phase of life. It’s a time when I’m juggling the responsibilities of raising my young children while also making crucial decisions for my aging…
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My Father Was Arrested for Living in an Airport Terminal
By Jenna Matthews Dec. 24, 2017 Get Pregnant Fast As a child, I felt a rush of excitement every time I rode in a taxi with my grandparents instead of taking the subway. It was a small adventure, a rare treat that seemed to mark a special occasion. I didn’t realize then that my own…