Tag: motherhood
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What Moms Really Mean When We Say ‘I’m Fine’
Get Pregnant Fast One of my favorite internet memes features a dog sipping tea while wearing a fancy hat, sitting at a kitchen table engulfed in flames. The caption reads, “This is fine.” It never fails to crack me up because I relate to that dog on a profound level. As a perpetually tired mom…
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United Airlines Loses a Mother’s Cooler Containing 12 Days’ Worth of Breast Milk
Get Pregnant Fast Every mother can relate to the heart-wrenching experience of pumping and storing breast milk, often referred to as “liquid gold.” Imagine pouring your heart and soul into filling those small bags, only to have them go missing. This is the unfortunate reality for one military mom, Sarah Miller, who had to be…
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Artist Transforms Stretch Marks into Stunning Glitter Art
Get Pregnant Fast In a world dominated by filters and digital enhancements, embracing our natural bodies can be a daunting task. Many individuals struggle with body image, particularly when faced with the proliferation of seemingly flawless physiques on social media. However, artist Mia Carter is flipping the script on self-acceptance through her captivating photo series…
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Make It Work, Moms: Prioritize Your Self-Care
Get Pregnant Fast “Why did I come in here?” This is a common question among new mothers navigating the challenging waters of postpartum life, often referred to as “mommy boot camp.” These moms are frequently fogged by sleep deprivation and the whirlwind of postpartum hormones. They struggle with the simplest tasks, from taking a shower…
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8 Things to Anticipate When You’re Expecting Your Second Child
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating through your second pregnancy can be a unique challenge—one that comes with its own set of surprises. If you’re like me, you might find yourself yearning for the excitement of being a first-time parent. Don’t get me wrong; I love my kids, but the thrill of that first pregnancy feels like…
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Actress Julia Parker Embraces Authenticity with Honest C-Section Selfie
Get Pregnant Fast Mothers around the globe are applauding Julia Parker’s candid post-operative selfie. Gone are the days when childbirth and the postpartum experience were depicted solely through airbrushed, filtered images. Thanks to celebrities like Julia Parker, we’re getting a genuine glimpse into the real journey of motherhood. Recently, the actress shared an unfiltered post-birth…
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A Few Ways I Completely Botched Parenting Today
Get Pregnant Fast Today, my five-year-old son threw a fit during our drive home because I refused to buy him a new art set. The screams echoed in the car, a stark reminder of my own limits. I lost my patience, and I know I will likely do so again tomorrow. There are times when…
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What It’s Like to Parent with Hearing Aids
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting comes with its unique challenges, and for me, navigating this journey with hearing aids has added layers of complexity I never anticipated. I remember a moment in the car when my son, Ethan, called out from his car seat, eager to share something with me. Despite my best efforts — turning…
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A Candid Photo My Son Took Shifted My Perspective on Body Image
Get Pregnant Fast On a regular afternoon, my 7-year-old son excitedly brandished my phone, showcasing a candid shot he had captured of me without my knowledge. The image was blurry and poorly lit, but all I could focus on were my perceived flaws: the double chin, the wrinkles that have started to show, and the…