Tag: resilience
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Embrace Hope: Finding Joy Beyond Depression
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Lifestyle Embrace Hope: Finding Joy Beyond Depression by Sarah Mitchell Sep. 15, 2023 Trigger Warning: Suicidal Thoughts/Attempts I hear it waft down from the upper floor—a door creaks open, followed by footsteps, and a hesitant voice calls down to me, “Mom?” For a fleeting moment, I entertain the idea of ignoring…
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As a Parent of Multiple Children with Special Needs, Here’s What I’d Like You to Understand
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent managing the complexities of raising multiple children with special needs, my life is a tapestry woven with both challenges and triumphs. My personal health struggles include asthma, endometriosis, dysautonomia, mitral valve prolapse, and major depression. Once I embraced motherhood, my list expanded: I became a mom to a child…
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What I Want All Single Moms—Including My Own—To Know
Get Pregnant Fast I vividly remember those evenings when my mother would come home from a long day at work, utterly exhausted. After greeting us as we returned from school, she’d whip up a quick dinner and then retreat to her bedroom for a much-needed nap. Often, she’d wake just in time to serve us…
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The Experience of Being a Young Mom Confronting a Cancer Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast You find yourself in a doctor’s office, hearing the words, “It’s cancer, I’m so sorry…” The moment the term “cancer” registers, everything else fades into a blur. I understand the fear that grips you; it’s overwhelming. In the midst of family gatherings, you might zone out, envisioning a future that unfolds without…
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Why I Will Continue to Display Spooky Halloween Decorations
Get Pregnant Fast There’s an ongoing discussion heating up on my neighborhood forum. It’s not just about the usual topics; two threads have taken center stage. One, which has sparked over 117 comments, discusses a county-sponsored deer culling initiative that has polarized conservationists and hunters against passionate animal advocates. The second thread, however, has caught…
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In the Wake of a Tragic Attack, Manchester Opens Its Heart with #RoomsForManchester
Get Pregnant Fast In the aftermath of a devastating attack at a crowded arena in Manchester, which claimed the lives of 22 individuals and left many more injured, the community has rallied together offering shelter, food, and companionship to those affected. The horrific incident targeted innocent concert-goers, including mothers taking their daughters to see Ariana…
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My Words Empower Women and Challenge Men
Get Pregnant Fast I can tell when my writing strikes a chord because of two things: Women from various corners of the globe reach out to share how my words resonate with them and encourage them to express their own truths. Men emerge from the depths of the internet to respond with aggression, insults, and…
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Putting on a Brave Face: The Indomitable Spirit of Mothers
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, mothers often find themselves donning a brave face to face the challenges that arise. It’s a role we embrace, even when the weight feels overwhelming. Reflecting on the harrowing events that have marked our society, I recall the tragic day in 1999 when two teenagers unleashed terror in a…
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The Inspiring Mother of Portland Hero: A Lesson in Love and Resilience
Get Pregnant Fast In light of such horrifying news, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with anger and despair. It might even seem appealing to shield our children from the world, keeping them safe within the confines of our homes. However, succumbing to fear is not an option. We cannot allow the dark forces of hate…