Tag: emotional health
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You’re Not Obligated to Love Your Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Family is often touted as the cornerstone of our lives, the ones who should be there for us unconditionally. But this notion can lead to immense personal turmoil. Years ago, I made the brave choice to prioritize my well-being over blind loyalty, ultimately distancing myself from my family in my late teens.…
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Understanding the Emotional Toll of Secondary Infertility
Get Pregnant Fast A few months back, my OB-GYN introduced me to the term “secondary infertility” during a routine appointment. My partner and I felt prepared to expand our family two years ago, filled with hope and anticipation for baby number two. However, each passing month has transformed our initial excitement into anxiety and heartache,…
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Who Needs a Partner When You Have a Dog?
Get Pregnant Fast I affectionately refer to our golden retriever, Max, as the “Post-Divorce Pup.” My children and I rescued him from the local animal shelter just one month after finalizing my divorce. Max was around a year old—thin, timid, and sporting a bandaged tail that wagged hesitantly against the cold floor of his kennel.…
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A Nurse Practitioner’s Perspective: The Importance of Advocating Against Healthcare Inequities
Get Pregnant Fast Today, I treated your forehead laceration, a painful reminder of the violent encounter you endured. As I carefully stitched the wound with two layers of sutures, I reassured you that the scar would likely blend with your eyebrow over time. I helped you apply makeup to conceal the bruises on your neck…
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Dear Daughter, I’m Sorry for Being Hard on You
Get Pregnant Fast As I catch a fleeting glimpse of you at your desk, engrossed in your own world, I find myself hesitating to intrude. I don’t rush to check on the project consuming your focus, nor do I fret about whether you need support while your siblings play together without you. Instead, my attention…
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If You Want to Raise Emotionally Resilient Kids, Start with Your Own Well-Being
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, our family hit an emotional rough patch. My husband, Jake, was overwhelmed by work-related stress, while I was navigating some tricky boundary issues with my own parents and dealing with my own professional pressures. To add to the mix, our son, Lucas, struggled with sleep, often plagued by…
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I’m Tired of Perfecting My Infertility Poker Face
Get Pregnant Fast After the arrival of my first child, I envisioned myself as one of those women who effortlessly became pregnant, just like my mother. The thought of facing infertility was far from my mind—until it became my reality. Two years of longing for a positive pregnancy test had passed when I began to…
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Shannon Blake Shares Impactful Image for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartfelt tribute for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, actress Shannon Blake continues to share her unfiltered journey through her battle with cancer. Known for her roles in iconic series like “Charmed” and “Beverly Hills, 90210”, Blake has bravely documented her experience over the past two years, culminating in her announcement last…
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Why I’m Choosing Birth Control Despite Wanting Another Child
Get Pregnant Fast In the quest for a second child, I find myself making the difficult decision to return to birth control. My partner, Jason, and I have faced the challenges of secondary infertility for a couple of years now. Two years might seem like a fleeting moment in time, but it’s an eternity when…