Tag: support
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Why I Chose to Open Up About My Infertility Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Four years ago, I felt as if my very essence had been torn away from me. It was a week reminiscent of this one—bright and summery, with a crispness in the air that hinted at the onset of fall festivities. While everyone around me buzzed with excitement for football and seasonal activities,…
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I Will Not Be the Old Lady Who Says, ‘It Goes So Fast’
Get Pregnant Fast The thought of wearing “granny panties” both brings a sense of comfort and a tinge of anxiety about growing older. It’s a perfect metaphor for how I feel about aging—it’s a blend of excitement and dread. You might think there is nothing thrilling about getting older, but have you spent time with…
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Escaping a Toxic Marriage: My Journey with an Abusive Sociopath
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: November 19, 2019 | Originally Published: November 13, 2017 After enduring twelve grueling years, I finally summoned the strength to leave a relationship that was flawed from the start. Each day was a battle, filled with guilt, confusion, dependency, anger, and sadness. Despite my desire to escape, I felt trapped, unable…
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Dads Can Handle It All When Moms Are Away
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: August 7, 2023 Originally Published: August 4, 2023 Every mother can relate to the chaos that ensues before a family vacation. It’s a whirlwind of laundry, errands, pet care arrangements, and planning for every conceivable scenario to keep the kids entertained (and safe) on the journey. The packing, cleaning, and list-making…
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A Letter to My Mother-In-Law After the Loss of Her Son
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Margaret, This year, like every year, I sent you a card. I filled it with words reflecting your qualities as a wonderful mother and grandmother, and I had the kids add their unique signatures in their playful scribbles. We also picked out a gift card for a nice restaurant, where you…
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Mom’s Photo Comparison Reveals the Uncomfortable Truth About Postpartum Depression
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful series of side-by-side images, one mom illustrates the stark contrast of postpartum depression—showing how it can appear that everything is fine on the surface, even when deep down, that’s far from the truth. Jessica Harper, a labor doula and childbirth educator, has bravely opened up about her own battle…
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The Second Stage of Labor: A Journey to Meeting Your Baby
Read more The second stage of labor is a pivotal moment, marking the time when your baby descends through the birth canal. This stage starts once the cervix is fully dilated and concludes with the arrival of your little one. During this period, strong contractions help push the baby downward, and you may experience intense…
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When a Stay-at-Home Mom Decides to Rejoin the Workforce
Get Pregnant Fast I always anticipated that my wife, Sarah, would want to return to work. She had dedicated several years to being a stay-at-home mom, and while we had managed well financially, she was ready for a change. Naturally, I was fully supportive of her decision. Over our 13 years together, we’ve navigated various…
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What Moms Really Mean When They Say “I’m Tired”
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jenna M. Collins Updated: Oct. 21, 2019 Originally Published: Oct. 7, 2017 She appeared utterly exhausted. Bone-weary. Overwhelmed, frazzled, but above all, tired. Naturally, she was. With four kids all under the age of ten, including a wailing newborn in her arms, her trip to the grocery store was a…