Tag: emotional well-being
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Why “Do Your Best” Is Misguided Advice
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting and self-improvement, one phrase has long been touted as a guiding principle: “Do your best.” However, after years of internal struggle and self-doubt, I’ve decided to challenge this notion. The truth is, this well-intentioned advice can often weigh heavily on our hearts and minds, creating unrealistic expectations…
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I Apologize for My Words When Hunger Strikes
Get Pregnant Fast Occasionally, my partner returns home after a long day and casually mentions that they skipped lunch. They say it so nonchalantly, without a hint of urgency, and without immediately searching for a snack. Each time this occurs, I can’t help but look at them in disbelief. How can someone simply forget to…
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You May Need to Disconnect From Your Parents to Thrive
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Lifestyle You May Need to Disconnect From Your Parents to Thrive by Jessica Hartman Updated: September 21, 2020 Originally Published: June 3, 2017 If the title of this article made you think, “Are you serious? They brought me into this world and did their best,” you might not be familiar with…
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Understanding the Key Distinction Between Postpartum Depression and the Baby Blues
Get Pregnant Fast Welcoming a baby into the world is an experience filled with joy and wonder, but it can also be incredibly challenging. The early days of motherhood can be overwhelming, and it’s not uncommon to find yourself struggling amidst the beauty of this new chapter. As a new mother, I was taken aback…
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When Anxiety Becomes the Bully in Your Child’s Mind
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a relentless tormentor in my child’s life, and it’s not someone we can confront. This insidious bully shadows my son, creating a cloud of dread that hovers over him each day. No matter where he goes or what he tries, this anxiety remains an unwelcome companion. He’s attempted to engage with…
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My Son Was Abandoned by His Father (And We Are Finally Starting to Heal)
Get Pregnant Fast The term “ghosting” became part of my vocabulary after I separated from my ex-husband. The first man I dated post-separation seemed perfect until one day, he disappeared without a trace. The emotional fallout was real and painful. Yet, as I soon discovered, the heartache I felt from being ghosted by a fleeting…
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I’m Exhausted From Being a ‘Strong’ Single Mom
Get Pregnant Fast I’m worn out. Not just physically, but mentally drained. Every single day feels like I’m carrying an additional burden on my shoulders, and it’s a struggle just to stay upright. As a single mom, my greatest desire is to find someone to help share that load, or at the very least, to…
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Navigating the Challenges of Autism While Cherishing My Son
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 7 p.m. Your child is in full meltdown mode, resisting bath time with all his might. Tears stream down his face, marking a path through the day’s grime. You’ve tried everything—bribes, a calm voice, visual schedules, and timers—yet nothing seems to work. The simple request for a bath has turned into…
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Feeling Ignored? Prioritize Yourself Now
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, it’s easy to feel overlooked. Today, I made a choice that many might judge: I put myself first. I ventured out to see a play with a friend—someone outside my immediate family—knowing that my son would miss his soccer tournament. When one of his friends inquired about his absence,…
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Why Are Moms Frequently Angry?
Menu: Parenting Get Pregnant Fast You can feel it creeping up, starting at your feet. Someone carelessly leaves their shoes in the hallway, and you nearly trip over them while balancing a laundry basket. Another child, yet again, forgot to flush the toilet. The irritation reaches your knees, and you’re starting to simmer. A bill…