Tag: relationship advice
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I’m Not Afraid to Say That Therapy Rescued My Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast As the warm summer rays streamed through the screened windows, I could hear our kids playing outside, blissfully unaware that their parents’ marriage was teetering on the brink of collapse. We had always masked our tensions, never displaying our conflicts in front of them, but that particular day was different. After years…
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Before Introducing Your Children to a New Partner, Align with Their Other Parent
Get Pregnant Fast When a couple decides to part ways, the emotional upheaval can be overwhelming. Transitioning from a married life to single parenthood is a significant shift that comes with its own set of challenges. For those with children, their emotional well-being must be prioritized during this tumultuous time. Navigating these changes can be…
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Why My Partner and I Have Only Enjoyed 5 Dates in 5 Years
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother of three, I often reflect on how little time my partner, Alex, and I have dedicated to each other since our eldest child, Max, entered our lives. With Max now five, our dating history in that time can be counted on one hand. You could literally wave goodbye to…
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We All Have Moments When We’re the ‘Not-So-Great Partner’ in Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks ago, I stumbled upon an article that truly made me pause. It’s rare for a blog post to compel me to set my phone down and reflect on its message, but this one did. In “Dear Not-So-Great Husbands, This Is Your Wake-Up Call,” writer Mark Tyler asserts that many…
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Finding Time for Each Other in a Dual-Income Family
Get Pregnant Fast When both partners are working full-time, carving out quality time for your spouse can feel like a daunting task. My partner, Alex, and I both have demanding careers, while our children are busy with daycare, preschool, and elementary school activities. Between before-school and after-school care, summer camps, and weekend sports, our calendars…
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Help Me, Sarah! I’m Struggling with My Partner’s Smell Since I Became Pregnant
Read more “I’m finding it really difficult to deal with my partner’s scent since I got pregnant, and it’s not a pleasant experience. I hate that I keep pushing him away. What can I do?” If you’re experiencing heightened sensitivity to smells during your pregnancy, you’re definitely not alone. Many expectant moms report that their…
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When Your Partner Struggles with Alcohol: A Journey of Hope and Healing
Get Pregnant Fast When your partner begins to drink excessively, it can often catch you off guard. Initially, you might dismiss it as just a tough week, a rough month, or a passing phase. You convince yourself that this too shall pass, and you may even choose to stop drinking altogether to ensure someone can…
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Breaking Free From Family Dysfunction: My Journey to Healing
Get Pregnant Fast I grew up in a household where my parents were trapped in a loveless marriage. Their frustrations manifested daily in the form of arguments that often escalated to shouting matches and, occasionally, physical altercations. My sister and I witnessed this turmoil, believing that their decision to stay together for our sake was…
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$2,000 Cowboy Boots and Fancy Watches — Should Dads Receive Push Presents Too?
Read more As a first-time mom, I was nearing the end of my pregnancy, feeling the discomforts of carrying a baby—think intense heartburn and an inability to find a comfortable position. The idea of giving my husband a gift for becoming a dad seemed utterly ridiculous at the time. After all, I was the one…