Tag: parenting struggles
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Sometimes We Just Need Our Kids To Quiet Down, And That’s Totally Normal
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast When I walked into my six-week postpartum check-up after welcoming my third child, I probably resembled a zombie. My midwife immediately recognized my exhaustion, saying, “You’re in the thick of it now. It’s tough, I know. Sometimes, I just want to tell my kids to be quiet. Just stop talking for…
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Mom’s Generosity Dismissed: A Kind Stranger Steps In
Get Pregnant Fast In the hustle and bustle of motherhood, it’s common for moms to keep a mental tally of their expenses, often sacrificing personal desires for their children’s needs. Erin Thompson, a dedicated mother of four from Virginia, recently shared a touching incident that resonated with many parents. Erin recounted her experience at a…
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The Flaw in the ‘Eat It or Starve’ Mindset: Some Kids Truly Can’t Afford to Starve
Get Pregnant Fast One of the most surprising challenges I’ve faced as a parent is the struggle to feed my kids. I envisioned children who would eagerly devour an array of nutritious meals, expressing gratitude and good manners at the dinner table. Instead, I find myself navigating the complexities of two incredibly picky eaters, each…
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I Struggle With Postpartum Depression, And The Guilt Is Overwhelming
Get Pregnant Fast From a young age, I dreamed of motherhood and envisioned a bustling household filled with children. I was that person who fantasized about “having four kids and being a stay-at-home mom!” I believed that a van full of kids would bring me ultimate happiness. My mindset was that having children meant endless…
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This Viral Post Celebrates All the ‘Hot Mess’ Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Motherhood is an immense challenge. With countless responsibilities vying for attention, it often feels like we’re drowning under piles of laundry and endless appointments. Keeping everything together isn’t easy, and while some moms appear to have it all figured out, many of us relate to the “hot mess” experience. A recent viral…
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I Apologize for Not Being the Friend I Aspire to Be
Get Pregnant Fast Over the past few years, I’ve been fortunate to connect with some incredible mom friends and maintain bonds with old pals who are also navigating motherhood. I’m surrounded by a strong family of resilient women and sisters who excel at being super-moms. So, I want to take a moment to express my…
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The 5 Steps to Join ‘The Club of Moms with Fighting Siblings’
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting The 5 Steps to Join ‘The Club of Moms with Fighting Siblings’ by Jessica Lane Updated: Feb. 19, 2021 Originally Published: July 15, 2017 It’s an undeniable truth of parenting: kids will squabble over the most trivial things. Picture this: your 3-year-old is wailing like a banshee because she can’t…
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Viral Post Captures the Struggles of Exhausted Working Moms
Get Pregnant Fast A recent post by popular blogger and YouTube star, Sarah Thompson, has resonated deeply with many readers, particularly working mothers. In her heartfelt Facebook update, Sarah shares an emotional story from her past that highlights the challenges of juggling work and motherhood. Once a mother of three struggling to make ends meet,…
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Lego Dad Instagram Account Highlights the Realities of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Who would have thought that a simple piece of plastic could resonate so deeply with parents? If you believed Legos were merely toys for children or hazards for parents’ feet, think again. A comical Instagram account captures the not-so-glamorous aspects of parenthood through the lens of a Lego minifigure. The Lego Dad…