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Regretting Motherhood: My Love for My Child Doesn’t Change My Feelings of Regret
Get Pregnant FastWhat does it feel like to have regrets about becoming a parent? This is my personal journey, and it’s worth sharing.I meticulously planned my pregnancy, convinced I wanted a child so much that I married the first man…
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The 5 Types of Sales Associates You Encounter While Shopping
Get Pregnant FastWhen you venture into the world of retail, you may find yourself leaving with a delightful assortment of items, all neatly bundled and waiting to bring you joy. These treasures can evoke a sense of satisfaction, even before…
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9 Surprising Things That Make Me Feel Alluring
Get Pregnant FastLet’s chat about those little moments that somehow ignite an unexpected spark of allure. Here are nine quirky instances that leave me feeling sexy, even though they probably shouldn’t. Dancing Solo in the Kitchen: There’s something about being…
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There’s No “You Owe Me” in Marriage
Get Pregnant FastIt was one of those chaotic toddler tantrum Tuesdays when I found myself calling my husband, Greg, to see if he was finally done with work. Honestly, I was desperate for a break—or at least some help. When…
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50 Reasons I Feel Stuck in the Middle of Life
Get Pregnant FastAs I approach my late forties, I find myself firmly planted in the midst of middle age. Let’s be real: not many of us reach 90, so I’m likely on the downward slope. I don’t feel old, but…
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Let’s Ditch the Norms and Create a Commune
Get Pregnant FastWhen I mention the term “commune,” a flood of images might rush to your mind: free love, communal kitchens overflowing with simmering pots, children and adults alike wandering barefoot in a haze of empowerment, flower crowns, and perhaps…
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Carving My Own Path Through My Mid-30s
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: August 19, 2023 Originally Published: June 28, 2023On a sunny Tuesday afternoon last month, I arrived at my son’s kindergarten class with a colorful assortment of cupcakes, party hats, and juice boxes to celebrate his sixth birthday.…
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Times Moms Should Hit Pause, Reflect, and Breathe
Get Pregnant FastWhen you look up the term “mother,” you’ll find a straightforward definition: “One’s female parent.” While that’s accurate, we, as mothers, understand that the essence of motherhood goes far beyond biology. It’s a daily commitment that demands a…
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The Reality of Parenting While Under the Weather
Get Pregnant FastRight now, I’m battling a chest infection that might as well be pneumonia, bronchitis, or even something as dire as the bubonic plague. As a self-employed mother of two, visiting the doctor is way down my long to-do…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant FastI won’t sugarcoat it—I’ve been yearning for my girl Ella this summer (yes, Ella Harper and I are on a first-name basis). At first, I thought it was a bit odd—maybe I was just trying to escape my mundane routine and dream of a more thrilling life like hers. But then it hit…
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From One Rage Cleaner to Another: Feels Good, Doesn’t It?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the infamous “rage clean.” You know the drill: one minute, everything is fine, and the next, you’re on your hands and knees, vacuuming up that random rock your child decided to bring inside—only to leave it on the floor for days. At first, it didn’t bother you, but now, seeing that…
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Navigating the Challenges of Parenting Spirited, Emotional, or Difficult Children
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be an incredible journey filled with joy, but for those raising spirited, emotional, or challenging children, it can often feel like an uphill battle. My first experience with this was when my daughter, Lily, now 20, was born. She was an exceptionally colicky baby, crying incessantly for nearly the first…
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17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Sons, As you grow into young men, I have countless lessons to share with you about life, strength, and respect—both for women and for yourselves. But today, I want to focus on some fundamental truths that, while not the most profound, will certainly make your lives easier as you navigate the…
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13 Thoughts Moms Have While at the Orthodontist
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, I find myself spending about an hour every couple of months at the orthodontist’s office. By my calculations, this will total around 72 hours by the time my third child completes their orthodontic journey. Despite the frequency of these visits, I can’t help but be plagued by the same…
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13 Essential Lessons About Money I Want to Share with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my kids on a trip to my grandmother’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the house she grew up in and the stories of her childhood antics, including dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store. But what struck them the most was the stark…
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Confessions of a Not-So-Retired Baseball Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, baseball isn’t just a sport; it’s woven into the very fabric of our lives. When the time came for our daughter to step up to the plate, we knew she had some big expectations to meet. With two teenage brothers who have spent countless hours on the field, and…