Tag: family dynamics
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My Mother’s Words Shaped My Self-Image
Get Pregnant Fast “Earlier today, when you were laughing on the bed… You looked ridiculous.” Those words from my mother cast a long shadow over my self-esteem. Each time I found something amusing, my instinct was to cover my mouth, hiding the noticeable gaps between my teeth. I would squint my eyes to mask the…
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Babies Who Resemble Their Fathers May Enjoy Better Health, Research Suggests
Get Pregnant Fast Are you noticing that your child bears a striking resemblance to their dad? You might feel a twinge of annoyance, but a recent study reveals that this could actually be a positive sign for your child’s health. Yes, you read that right—children who closely resemble their fathers are statistically more likely to…
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Lessons in Compassionate Parenting from My 95-Year-Old Grandmother
Get Pregnant Fast During a recent visit to my grandmother’s independent living community, I found myself on the floor playing cards with my mother and one of my daughters. It was the ninth day of our Midwest trip, where we were catching up with family—parents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and my beloved grandma. Unfortunately, my other…
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Navigating Life with an Eternal Optimist: A Realist’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast I’m not the type of person who greets the morning with a grin. It’s not that I lack happiness; rather, I constantly assess the pros and cons of my day ahead. This includes decisions I need to make, interactions with others, and potential situations I might encounter. For me, life is not…
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Navigating Separation: Why My Ex and I Chose to Part Ways Before Resentment Set In
Get Pregnant Fast My ex-partner and I made the decision to separate over a year ago, and it was a mutual choice. While we both believed it was for the best, the weeks that followed were some of the toughest I’ve ever faced. Today, we find ourselves on the other side of that challenging experience,…
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Navigating the Emotional Turmoil of Your Parents’ Divorce as an Adult
Get Pregnant Fast Divorce is often a traumatic experience, and it can feel like a waking nightmare, even when you’re an adult. You might anticipate the news, or it might hit you like a ton of bricks. I was blindsided. Growing up, my parents always portrayed themselves as the perfect couple. My dad often told…
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Why I Decided to Move My Family Abroad: A Personal Journey
Lifestyle Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Dec. 9, 2023 Originally Published: Dec. 20, 2017 The first time a stranger told me to “leave the country,” I was in Paris, celebrating my 31st birthday. I snapped a selfie at the Arc de Triomphe, captioning it, “Oui, Paris suits me!” The Eiffel Tower loomed majestically in the background,…
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The One Inquiry I Consistently Pose to My Kids After School: A Focus on Kindness Over Academics
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve discovered that the most important question I can ask my children when they return from school is not about their grades or homework, but rather, “What did you do today that was kind?” This simple yet profound inquiry has transformed our after-school conversations into something meaningful and impactful.…
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Study Reveals Stay-at-Home Dads Face Stress-Related Health Issues – Moms Say ‘You’re Not Alone!’
Get Pregnant Fast A recent study from Rutgers University, reported by the Daily Telegraph, has shed light on the health challenges faced by stay-at-home dads (SAHDs). The research indicates that men whose partners are the primary earners often experience stress-related health problems, including ulcers, heart disease, and chronic respiratory conditions. The findings were published in…