Tag: motherhood
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What to Expect from Your Body After Giving Birth
Get Pregnant Fast Congratulations on reaching the other side of pregnancy! The joy of welcoming a new baby is indescribable, but let’s be real—there are many aspects of postpartum recovery that no one prepares you for. After giving birth, it might feel like you’ve just come out of a battle. It’s a whirlwind of emotions,…
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I Wish I Had Known How Tough the Flu Can Be While Pregnant
Read more Hey there, fellow moms-to-be! So, let me share a little story from my journey. I’ve been cruising along in my pregnancy, feeling great and even managing to run 15 miles a week. Everything was going smoothly until I hit the 26-week mark and got hit hard by the flu. Picture me, lying in…
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What Parents Are Often Afraid to Admit
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a perplexing journey filled with expectations and realities that often clash. There are the promises we make about how we’ll raise our children, the beliefs we hold dear, and then there are the secrets we keep. I discovered early on, after the birth of my first child, that there…
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I Lie Awake at Night, Though Exhaustion Weighs Heavy
Get Pregnant Fast The stillness of my home is almost eerie. All of my kids are peacefully asleep, and yet, I find myself wide awake, utterly drained. It’s the kind of tiredness that seeps into your bones, making you yearn for rest. I long to crawl into bed, pull the covers over me, and melt…
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Celebrating the New Mom Bod: A Fresh Perspective on Postpartum Confidence
Get Pregnant Fast In recent times, it has become all too common for celebrity mothers to post stunning photos showcasing their quick return to pre-baby bodies. While some may have the genetic advantage to bounce back effortlessly, many new moms face the daunting pressure to shed their baby weight quickly—an expectation that can be incredibly…
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You May Not Recognize It, But You Are Beautiful
Get Pregnant Fast Yesterday, I did something I usually avoid: I stepped on the scale. I’m not sure what made me trek upstairs to unearth that digital contraption, but I found myself standing there, bare feet on its dusty surface, taking a deep breath. After glancing down, I was taken aback by the number staring…
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Regular Exercise: Transforming Me into a Better Parent
Get Pregnant Fast For most of my life, I’ve been a sporadic exerciser. Athleticism never came naturally to me, and the idea of sweating has never been appealing. Yet, I’m aware of the benefits of regular physical activity, which has prompted me to attempt to become one of those dedicated fitness enthusiasts. Unfortunately, those attempts…