Tag: support
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Permission for the New Mother: A Go-Ahead I Wish I Had Received
Get Pregnant Fast When I found out I was expecting my first child, Lucas, I felt radiant. From the moment I knew he was a boy, I envisioned his name and embraced the journey ahead. A friend captured beautiful maternity photos of my growing belly. I read stories aloud, sang lullabies, and prepared for his…
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To the Partner of a Functional Alcoholic
Get Pregnant Fast By: Clara Jensen Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 Originally Published: Oct. 25, 2017 My spouse is incredibly close to ideal, embodying the dream partner I envisioned while playing dress-up in my mother’s vintage gowns. He’s the devoted dad that every child deserves, the kind of guy who looks me in the eyes and…
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Navigating the Challenges of Parenting a Child with Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast My teenage son has been anxious about his upcoming school play for weeks. He has a deep passion for acting and enjoys being part of the theater, but this particular performance is causing him immense stress. It would be the longest he’s ever performed on stage, but it’s not the act of…
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Navigating Parenthood Amid Suicidal Thoughts
Lifestyle Get Pregnant Fast Updated: April 7, 2021 Originally Published: January 23, 2018 As dawn breaks, the first rays of sunlight seep through the narrow gap in my curtains, stirring me awake. I inhale deeply; the warmth of the day fills my senses. But as I exhale, a stark reality hits me: I’m still here.…
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My Life Stopped When My Child Passed Away, But I Found a Way to Navigate the Good and Bad Days
Get Pregnant Fast When a child dies, it feels as though the world has come to a standstill. Yet, life continues for everyone around you, and that reality can be infuriating and painful. You may wish for others to experience joy without the shadow of your grief looming over them. At the same time, witnessing…
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Celebrity Mom Shares a Relatable Parenting Tool We All Know Too Well
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where parenting decisions are constantly scrutinized, celebrity mom Jessica has once again shown that she is just like the rest of us—only with a bit more fame and talent. Recently, she took to Instagram to share an all-too-familiar moment for many parents, particularly moms. Despite being in the public…
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I’m a Sober Mom, and Sometimes I Feel Isolated
Get Pregnant Fast One morning, over a year ago, I stood in front of the mirror and couldn’t recognize the person staring back at me. The reflection showed a beer belly that I had acquired from years of indulging in liquid calories, not to mention those extra pounds I gained by giving in to unhealthy…
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What I Needed Most When My Son Was Diagnosed with Autism
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jenna Carter Date: Jan. 3, 2018 “When you can’t find the silver lining, I will be here with you in the shadows.” — Unknown Receiving a diagnosis of autism for your child, or any neurological condition, can be overwhelmingly frightening. Perhaps you had an inkling of what was to come, or…
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Best Products for Managing Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy
Read more Pregnancy can bring about many unexpected challenges, and one of the more uncomfortable afflictions many expectant moms face is hemorrhoids. The pressure from your growing baby and hormonal changes can lead to these pesky nuisances. Thankfully, there are some great products out there to help you find relief. Here’s a rundown of the…
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Support and Kindness: Embracing the Reality of Raising a Child with Autism
Get Pregnant Fast To all the parents, friends, and loved ones of those navigating the complexities of autism, this message is for you. We understand that you may feel caught in an uncomfortable position. If you acknowledge that something might be off with our child’s development, it can lead to defensiveness on our part. Conversely,…