Author: mutony
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Rage: The Most Frightening Symptom of Postpartum Depression
Get Pregnant Fast It was the rage that truly unsettled me. I anticipated feeling downcast, sad, and irritable—emotions that certainly came, but the intensity of the rage was something I never saw coming. This overwhelming anger ultimately pushed me to seek help. About five weeks after the arrival of my second daughter, Lily, my husband…
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How to Be the Ultimate Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mom is no easy feat, especially when you’ve burned the midnight oil scrolling through your phone, only to be jolted awake by the sound of your youngest stirring at the crack of dawn. After you manage to whip up breakfast and set up a cartoon to keep them entertained, you…
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Baby Shower Jealousy: A Perspective on Adoption Celebrations
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom of three, I’ve never had the chance to enjoy a baby shower. My daughter entered the world in 1992, while I adopted my two sons from China in 2012 and 2013 when they were just two and three years old. Now, I find myself navigating life with a twenty-two-year-old…
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20 Justifications for Tucking Your Kids In Early
Get Pregnant Fast Life can get overwhelming, especially when the kids seem to have boundless energy while you feel like you’ve run a marathon. If you’ve ever declared a spontaneous early bedtime just to regain a bit of sanity, you’re certainly not alone. Here are 20 reasons why you should consider sending your little ones…
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Understanding the Distinction Between Empowering Women and Objectifying Them
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, Lane Bryant launched its #ImNoAngel campaign, taking a bold stand against the conventional beauty standards often portrayed by brands like Victoria’s Secret, which typically celebrate a narrow definition of sexy — ultra-thin bodies paired with ample bosoms. The campaign’s mission is clear: to showcase that women of all shapes and sizes…
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Navigating My Daughter’s Relationship with My Ex’s New Partner
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a complex journey, especially when it comes to navigating the dynamics of co-parenting with an ex. I knew it was only a matter of time before Mia, my former partner, started dating again. I was okay with it; we had a solid history that made rekindling our relationship unrealistic,…
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Three Crucial Words to Share with Our Teens: ‘Cut the Nonsense’
Get Pregnant Fast At some point in our lives as parents, we must take a long, hard look at the teenagers we’ve nurtured with love and dedication. It’s time to smile and say, “Cut the nonsense.” These three words not only guide our children toward becoming better adults but also contribute to creating a more…
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Survival Parenting: A Practical Guide to Making it Through the Day
Get Pregnant Fast The clock strikes 3 a.m., and your baby is wide awake, refusing to go back to sleep. By 4 a.m., the bed is soaked, and your 4-year-old has been using you as a personal wrestling mat throughout the night. Now it’s 7 a.m., and the kids are starting to stir. You’re running…
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Disciplining Your Child: Navigating Parenting When Time is Limited
Get Pregnant Fast As I turned to my partner, I found myself saying, “She needs to understand that her actions have consequences.” My thoughts trailed off, leaving me pondering what it truly means to raise a child when the future may not be as certain as we hope. Every child has vital lessons to learn…