Tag: personal growth
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I Used to Be a Judgmental Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Confession: I used to be a critical parent. I thought I had all the answers when it came to raising kids. I even judged my own mother for her choice to switch to formula after a grueling month of breastfeeding struggles. I criticized other moms from the 1980s for using soy formula,…
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To My Longtime Friend — I Miss “Us”
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, my dear friend: It feels like ages since we last caught up, doesn’t it? Of course, we never let too much time pass without a quick hello. Yet, it’s been long enough for that familiar ache of longing to creep in — the yearning for you, and for the connection…
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You Deserve to Live Your Best Life—Here’s How
Get Pregnant Fast We all have that one friend who seems to have it all figured out. Take my friend, Sarah, for example. She’s not just into yoga; she practices aerial yoga. Her social media is a gallery of stunning images—yoga poses in blooming gardens, striking monochrome shots in her cozy living room, and moments…
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Toddler Inspires Mom to Embrace Her First Bikini – A Heartwarming Journey
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, body positivity and motherhood often clash, especially when it comes to embracing the changes that come with pregnancy. So many women struggle with feelings of insecurity about their bodies, particularly after giving birth. However, one courageous mother, inspired by her young daughter, decided to cast aside her doubts and…
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To the Friends Who Stepped Away During My Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast To Those Who Departed: True understanding of pain often eludes us until we find ourselves in the midst of it, grappling with its weight and eventually emerging on the other side. At the onset of my separation from my now ex-husband, my life was in utter disarray—literally unraveled. I was emotionally shattered…
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I Often Feel Like I’m Falling Short as a Parent
Parenting Insights Get Pregnant Fast I wouldn’t call myself lazy, yet some days, my environment suggests otherwise. Let me elaborate. Take a look at those picture frames over there. We moved into our house nearly five years ago, and I unpacked those photographs, leaving them temporarily in the corner of my bedroom. I planned to…
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An Open Letter to My Daughter: Acknowledging the Misogyny You’ll Face
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Emma, As I reflect on the world I’ve brought you into, I can’t help but feel a mix of frustration and sorrow. This society can be incredibly challenging for women, and I want to take a moment to express my apologies for the misogyny you will inevitably encounter. First and foremost,…
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This Is What Motherhood Truly Means
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Emily CarterJuly 24, 2023 Being a mother is like stepping into a world filled with unknowns. It begins with packing a hospital bag as one version of who you are, only to return home transformed, forever connected to a new life that’s now in your care. It involves signing forms…