Tag: emotional support
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Navigating Life Alone: The Challenges of a Partner’s Work Travels
Get Pregnant Fast It’s tough when my husband is away for work. I’m not referring to the brief periods when he’s out running errands or at work; I’m talking about those longer stretches when he travels for business. Am I capable? Absolutely! Am I resilient? Without a doubt! Am I independent? You bet! Yet, despite…
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Navigating Fear: Supporting Older Children Through Their Anxieties
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom! I’m scared!” I don’t know how many times I’ve been jolted awake by this plea from my three kids. While I anticipated such calls during their toddler years, my youngest two are now 13 and 9, and it’s not uncommon for them to wake me in the night, either from a…
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Prepare Yourself: Navigating Your Child’s First Heartbreak
Get Pregnant Fast The first time I experienced heartbreak was in middle school. His name was Ryan, and on a seemingly ordinary Wednesday afternoon, he gently ended things beside my locker. I missed my favorite class and found solace in the girls’ restroom, crying into my friend Emma’s denim jacket. Getting over him took what…
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A Heartfelt Gift: Actress Mia Hart Shares Kidney Donation Story
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching revelation, actress and singer Mia Hart recently took to social media to announce that she underwent a kidney transplant, with her best friend, actress Tara Lane, as her donor. This heartfelt update was shared in an effort to explain her absence from promoting new music over the summer. In…
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Midwives vs. Doulas: Understanding the Distinction
Read more Bringing a new life into the world can feel like navigating a complex maze of terms and roles. Among the most frequently mentioned are “midwife” and “doula.” Though they may sound similar, their functions during pregnancy and childbirth are distinct. Here’s a friendly guide to help you understand the differences and how each…
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10 Signs You’ve Discovered Your Mom Best Friend Forever
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating motherhood can be a rollercoaster ride, but having a reliable friend by your side makes it all the more manageable. I’ve been fortunate to forge meaningful friendships throughout my life, but my mom BFF, Sarah, stands out as an indispensable companion on this parenting journey. We crossed paths when we were…
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The Unforeseen Consequences of Divorce: Losing Friends and Family Along the Way
Get Pregnant Fast Divorce can be a tumultuous journey, marked by emotional upheaval and unexpected losses. Many of us have heard the phrase, “Friends are forever, but relationships come and go.” Perhaps it’s a cliché, but its truth resonates deeply, especially when a marriage dissolves. The reality is stark: when a marriage ends, it often…