Tag: emotional well-being
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I Thought I Was Becoming an Anger Monster—Until I Discovered My Anxiety Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast It begins with a significant life change—a major transition like welcoming a new child into your family. For me, it started after the birth of my third child. Initially, I chalked it up to the stress of managing three little ones. But over time, I found myself erupting with anger over trivial…
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Motherhood: More Than Just a Life of Servitude
Get Pregnant Fast As a single mother, I once made the tough decision to step back from my adult child during a challenging time. Did I feel guilty? Absolutely. But in hindsight, I realize that my feelings of guilt stemmed more from my own issues than from our relationship. My son and I are on…
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Understanding Life with a Child Who Has Tourette Syndrome
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent navigating the complexities of raising a child with Tourette syndrome, I’ve learned that this neurological disorder is often misunderstood. Tourette syndrome is marked by involuntary vocal and motor tics, frequently identified during childhood. Contrary to common misconceptions, not all children with Tourette syndrome experience coprolalia, or involuntary swearing. Additionally,…
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Why Teen Girls Should Track Their Menstrual Cycle
Get Pregnant Fast If you were to ask a typical teenage girl to explain the details of her menstrual cycle, she might struggle to provide more than a few basic facts: it happens monthly, can be messy, and often leads to cravings for comfort foods like chocolate and fries. However, what many of these girls…
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Navigating Motherhood with Bipolar Disorder: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepared for a long weekend getaway, I was unaware that I was slipping into a depressive episode. Amid the chaos and excitement of packing, I neglected to check in on my mood. It wasn’t until I found myself snapping at my children that I recognized the signs. Almost immediately, regret…
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The Baby Blues
Read more You might have imagined feeling ecstatic after welcoming your little one, but if you’re experiencing unexpected sadness instead, rest assured you’re not alone. Many new mothers encounter what’s known as the baby blues. Here’s a closer look at this common experience. What Are the Baby Blues? The baby blues refer to a range…
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A Mom’s Mental Wellbeing Is CRUCIAL: Stop Overlooking It
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Your children are thriving, your partner is doing well, and everything seems to be in order. But what about you? You tell yourself that you’re doing great. Everything is fine, right? For many mothers, the facade of being “fine” is simply a survival…
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Do We Really Need to Push Our Children to Be the Best? I Don’t Think So
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s parenting landscape, many of us grapple with the question of whether we should push our children to be top achievers. A recent article that has gained traction is titled “In Praise of Average Kids.” In it, the author, Jamie Peterson, shares a personal story about her son, Max, who expressed…
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If Your Self-Esteem Took a Hit After Welcoming a Baby, You’re Not Alone
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a well-known fact that having a child alters your life in countless ways. While much focus is placed on the physical changes pregnancy brings, the emotional impact of becoming a mother can be just as significant. A recent study indicates that the arrival of a baby can negatively affect a mother’s…
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The Constant Fear of Loss: A Daily Struggle
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 4:30 p.m., and my partner is still not home. No calls, no texts, no prior mention of staying late. As a public school teacher, his typical arrival time is around 3:45 p.m. Anxiety sets in. Rationally, I know a student or parent likely kept him longer, but my mind is racing…