Tag: unconditional love
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My Dog is My Lifeline: Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit here, I can’t help but notice the loyal gaze of my dog, Bella, who has been by my side for the past six hours. Her deep, brown eyes occasionally glance my way, and she lets out a dramatic sigh as she shifts her focus between me and the window.…
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Alternatives to Saying ‘All I Want Is A Healthy Baby’
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, my 6-year-old daughter attended her first baby shower. A close family friend is expecting a baby girl, and the party was child-friendly, which thrilled my kindergartner. She was captivated by the pink decorations and the candy buffet, and on our way home, she bombarded me with questions. “Mom, if someone has…
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Lessons in Compassionate Parenting from My 95-Year-Old Grandmother
Get Pregnant Fast During a recent visit to my grandmother’s independent living community, I found myself on the floor playing cards with my mother and one of my daughters. It was the ninth day of our Midwest trip, where we were catching up with family—parents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and my beloved grandma. Unfortunately, my other…
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Exploring the Joys of Motherhood: What Moms Cherish Most
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting often comes with its share of challenges and frustrations. It’s easy to fall into the trap of venting about sleepless nights or temper tantrums. Yet, amidst the chaos, there are moments of beauty and joy that remind us why we chose this path. We frequently hear naysayers question why anyone would…
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Acknowledging My Shortcomings as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a journey filled with highs and lows, and I have to admit that I don’t always meet my kids’ needs in the way they deserve. This realization hit me hard over the weekend when my son, Ethan, got into an accident that left him injured. While I won’t delve into…
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I Was Once a Gay Kid, and Your Child Might Be Too: Embrace Acceptance Today
Get Pregnant Fast Long before I became a parent, I was a young gay child. It all started in kindergarten when I developed my first crush on our student teacher from a nearby college. I was utterly enchanted, and when she departed at the semester’s end, I felt a heartache I had never known before.…
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My Parents Served as the Ultimate Lesson in Parenting Mistakes
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself questioning my choices. Am I doing this right? Am I ensuring my children feel supported and loved? The truth is, most of us grapple with these doubts. Even fewer of us can claim to have had perfect role models in our own parents. Most parents,…
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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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I Never Expected My Father to Be My Rock During My Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast For nearly a week, I carried a heavy secret before finally picking up the phone to call my dad. He had sensed my distance over the past few months, but I had masked it as just the usual stress from work and family life. I could hear the concern in his voice…
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An Open Letter to My (Very Untidy) Teenage Son
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Lucas, As your 15th birthday approaches, I know you likely have countless questions about life. Please remember, you can ask me anything—I’m here to provide honest answers and unwavering support. You will always have my heart, no matter what. Sometimes, I think I underestimate your capabilities, my brave young man. When…