Tag: Mental Health
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When “Frumpy” Becomes a Habit: A Call to Action for Moms
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jessica Lane As I sit down to write, I find myself in my trusty, worn-out pajama pants—yes, the ones with a tear in the fabric—and a T-shirt that has seen better days. My hair is hastily pulled back into a ponytail, not the polished look that you might aspire to, but…
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When Your Child Expresses Suicidal Thoughts: A Parent’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast When a loved one grapples with suicidal thoughts, it can be an excruciating experience. When that loved one is your child, the pain is magnified a hundredfold. Witnessing your child battle depression and hearing them express a desire to end their life is a heart-wrenching ordeal that can leave any parent feeling…
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Aripiprazole and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Read more Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that often emerges in young adults during their 20s. Fortunately, medications like aripiprazole can significantly improve the quality of life for those grappling with this disorder. However, since schizophrenia frequently arises during reproductive years, it raises important questions about the safety of using aripiprazole during pregnancy.…
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4 Ways Over-Parenting Harms Children
Get Pregnant Fast The impulse to safeguard and nurture our children is a sentiment shared by all devoted parents. However, what many may not realize is that over-parenting can be more detrimental than beneficial for kids. Picture this: parents hovering protectively over their children at the playground, always within arm’s reach. They rush to soothe…
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Let Your Kids Choose Their College Major—It’s Their Future, Not Yours
Get Pregnant Fast It’s incredibly tempting to take control of your child’s educational journey. One moment, your little one is joyfully squishing bananas into their face, and the next, they’re around 12 years old, showcasing a knack for disassembling the family computer, upgrading its RAM, and setting up a lightning-fast home network. Naturally, the thought…
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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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Why Telling Someone With Depression to ‘Cheer Up’ is Misguided
Get Pregnant Fast In moments of witnessing a loved one in distress, especially when struggling with depression, the instinct to help can be overwhelming. We want to alleviate their suffering and ease their pain, but suggesting they simply “cheer up” can be detrimental. Such well-meaning advice often fails to acknowledge the complexities of depression and…
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Moms’ Mental Wellness: Navigating Postpartum Challenges
Read more Becoming a mom is a transformative experience, filled with joy and excitement, but it can also present unexpected challenges, especially regarding mental health. After giving birth, many mothers like Sarah and Emily may experience a mix of emotions, including anxiety, sadness, or even feelings of being overwhelmed. This emotional rollercoaster is often referred…
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Therapy Has Made Me a Better Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Let me be clear: I used to despise therapy. I viewed it as a predictable exercise in futility. Oh, we’re discussing my childhood now? How unique. Can we skip the childhood drama? Oh, you want to dive into my parents’ divorce? Shocker. I thought my close friends, a good bottle of wine,…