Tag: family dynamics
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I Stopped Yelling at My Kids, But My Tone of Voice Could Use Some Work
Get Pregnant Fast A few years ago, I found myself in a constant battle against yelling at my children. The guilt that accompanied my raised voice was overwhelming, and I made it my mission to break the cycle. Now, I can proudly say that most days, I don’t yell. However, as my children grow older,…
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Navigating Friendship with My Teen: A New Perspective on Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast There are moments that catch me off guard, like when my teenager and I are in the car belting out tunes from Taylor Swift or sharing laughs over the latest TikTok trends. It’s in the times we try on outfits for one another before heading out, or when she confides in me…
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Stop Judging: SNAP Recipients Deserve the Freedom to Choose Their Own Food
Get Pregnant Fast It seems the debate around SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits is heating up again, and this time the voice of dissent comes from none other than Richard Melville Hall, better known as Moby. This six-time Grammy nominee and self-proclaimed vegan has decided to weigh in, claiming that recipients of SNAP benefits…
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Actress Responds to Magazine’s Unauthorized Divorce Story with Poise
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent incident, actress Mia Thompson found herself in the crosshairs of tabloid sensationalism following her separation from her husband, Jake Matthews. Navigating a divorce is challenging enough, but the added scrutiny of fame only complicates matters. After an unauthorized article from a well-known magazine surfaced, detailing her post-split sentiments without…
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The Constant Quest for Busyness: Navigating Anxiety in Daily Life
Get Pregnant Fast People often ask if I ever take a break. Do I ever slow down or say “no”? How do I juggle everything? Honestly, I’m not sure. Do we ever truly have answers to these questions? We somehow navigate through our days, accomplishing what we can while setting aside what we can’t, only…
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Three Marriages in One: The Evolution of My Relationship
Get Pregnant Fast I recently found myself on break at work, engrossed in a thought-provoking article by Ada Calhoun in the New York Times. In her piece, she explores the transformations that occur within married couples over time. Her central message is that while we often assume the person we marry will remain unchanged, the…
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To My Toddler: Mom and Dad Are Living Separately, But Our Love for You Remains Unchanged
Get Pregnant Fast Dear little one, As part of our nightly routine, I gently lowered your fun polka dot shade, dressed you in your cozy pajamas, and we sang our beloved lullaby, “Twinkle, Twinkle.” But tonight, there was a palpable difference. The act of closing that shade felt monumental — a heavy reminder of the…
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Mom’s Mental Load: The Most Exhausting Part of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast The intricacies of motherhood are often challenging to articulate, especially to those who haven’t experienced it themselves. The daily mental checklist of tasks and responsibilities required to keep a family and household running smoothly can be overwhelming. Mom blogger Jenna Miller recently expressed these sentiments on her Facebook page, sharing a heartfelt…
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If I’m Being Honest, Motherhood Feels Overwhelming Right Now
Get Pregnant Fast When morning arrives, I’ve often been awake for hours, postponing the inevitable start of the day. The baby has been nursing intermittently, allowing both of us to linger in a sleepy haze a bit longer. To put it plainly, I feel utterly drained and wish I could just stay in bed forever.…