Tag: holidays
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The Misguided Trend to Criticize Mother’s Day is Unfounded
Get Pregnant Fast Every year, as Mother’s Day approaches, a wave of blog posts and articles emerge urging mothers to consider those for whom this holiday may be painful. There’s an increasing push for mothers to step back and allow space for those who have experienced loss. I speak from experience as someone who has…
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Navigating Divorce During the Holidays: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, I found myself at the dining room table, watching my children gleefully sledding down the snowy hill in our backyard. Was it 2015? 2016? The specifics escape me, but what remains vivid are the feelings of joy and contentment I experienced that day. Those moments are etched in…
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Navigating Family Dynamics After Divorce: A Reflection on Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, the news of my parents’ divorce hit me hard, like it does for most children. I was just five years old, and the prospect of change felt overwhelming. Initially, I struggled to find any silver lining in this new family structure. However, as time passed, I came to realize that…
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If Grief Is Casting a Shadow Over Your Holidays, You’re Not Alone
Get Pregnant Fast On a chilly December afternoon four years ago, I found myself amidst a chaotic holiday decorating spree. Boxes full of garlands, ornaments, and seasonal decorations cluttered my living room as I endeavored to create a festive atmosphere before my family returned home. With twinkling white lights softly illuminating the mantle—a task that…
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Can We Treat Our Kids Better This Christmas?
Get Pregnant Fast As the holiday season approaches, it’s puzzling how it often brings out the worst in people. Let’s pause for a moment before diving into the question: why do so many adults seem to forget that their children are, in fact, individuals with feelings? Christmas is a time I genuinely cherish. I adore…
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Holiday Cheer: How Co-Parenting Can Be a Success
Get Pregnant Fast Co-parenting, particularly during the holiday season, can pose significant challenges. It’s a time when family connections are most poignant, making it easy for emotions to run high, especially when navigating time with children between separated partners. However, as demonstrated by actors Sarah Mitchell and her ex-husband Alex Carter, co-parenting can flourish when…
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Family and Friends, Please Stop Overloading My Kids with Gifts
Get Pregnant Fast Every time the dust settles after a holiday or one of my children’s birthdays, I find myself grappling with a post-celebration hangover. Alongside this, I feel a strong inclination to grab a trash bag and purge the excess toys and gifts that have taken over our home. This ongoing cycle leaves me…