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A Life Without Children: Reflections on Parenthood
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“Honey, You Might Smell” and Other Hard Truths for New Moms
Get Pregnant FastHey there, new moms! Before you get defensive, let’s chat about some things that might be a bit tough to swallow. I promise I’m coming from a place of compassion and understanding. You need to hear these truths…
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To the Man Who Assumed I Was Expecting
Get Pregnant FastI was dressed in one of my favorite ModCloth A-line dresses that day, complete with pleats that swayed as I stood there. My kids were darting around the church garden, their laughter filling the air. Just as I…
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Rage: The Most Frightening Symptom of Postpartum Depression
Get Pregnant FastIt 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…
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6 Things I No Longer Care About in My 40s
Get Pregnant FastHey there! As a woman navigating the middle-aged landscape, there’s a certain freedom that comes with this phase of life. If I’m lucky enough to live to 95, I’m currently in the middle of my adventure. Looking back,…
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How to Be the Ultimate Mom
Get Pregnant FastBeing 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…
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Baby Shower Jealousy: A Perspective on Adoption Celebrations
Get Pregnant FastAs 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…
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Hemorrhoids: The Unspoken Reality of Pregnancy
home insemination syringePregnancy can be a beautiful journey, but it often comes with unexpected challenges. One of these is the development of hemorrhoids, a condition that many expectant mothers experience yet few openly discuss. As someone who once believed hemorrhoids…
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Why I Give My Introverted Child Time Alone
Get Pregnant FastAs I sit at my kitchen desk, typing on my laptop, I hear my 11-year-old son, Jake, engrossed in a book in the living room. He expressed a desire for some alone time, and I couldn’t be more…
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Teaching Our Kids to Appreciate the Ordinary
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: Dec. 20, 2023 Originally Published: June 8, 2023Today was, by most standards, just another ordinary day. We all experience countless days like this—filled with nothing particularly remarkable, no grand celebrations or monumental achievements. Yet, it’s these seemingly…
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- Reciprocal Advantages: Maximizing Your Travel Experience
- 6 Reasons I’m Dreading Overnight Camp
- Essential Items for Your Newborn: A Guide for New Parents
- A Mom of Daughters: Navigating the Journey of Parenting Girls
- Reflections on What Could Have Been: A Journey Through Parenthood
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Reciprocal Advantages: Maximizing Your Travel Experience
home insemination syringeTraveling is a cherished family activity for us, especially during extended weekends when we explore nearby cities. The concept of reciprocity significantly enhances our travel adventures.In our hometown, we frequently visit local attractions like the zoo and science center. Investing in a family membership usually pays off after just a couple of visits.…
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6 Reasons I’m Dreading Overnight Camp
home insemination syringe Two weeks ago, I placed my son Jake on a bus headed to an overnight camp for two months. To be completely honest, the choice to send him was not entirely voluntary, neither for him nor for us as parents. Initially, Jake was excited about the adventure, but as the departure approached,…
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Essential Items for Your Newborn: A Guide for New Parents
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A Mom of Daughters: Navigating the Journey of Parenting Girls
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Reflections on What Could Have Been: A Journey Through Parenthood
home insemination syringe Parenting can evoke profound emotions at unexpected moments. Recently, while driving my partner to work, a moment of nostalgia washed over me. As she scrolled through Facebook, she came across a photo of old friends with their children. I inquired, “Didn’t they mention having four kids now?” They did. Suddenly, it struck…
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6 Reasons My Husband Is Likely to Outlive Me
home insemination syringe I consider myself fortunate to be married to a man who is not only a fantastic partner but also a dedicated father. This dynamic is beneficial for both me and our children, especially since he is likely to outlive me. Here’s why: 1. He Doesn’t Hold On to Everything. My children constantly…
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8 Aspects of Life Before Parenthood That I Long For
home insemination syringe It’s not uncommon for mothers to occasionally reminisce about life before kids. Whether it’s every hour or just a few times a day, the challenges of motherhood can be overwhelming, often leading us to reflect on a time when we had more freedom and less responsibility. While I cherish my children deeply,…
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Empowering My Daughter to Embrace Puberty
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A Call to Hollywood: Respect Our ’80s Nostalgia
home insemination syringe Dear Film Executives, I extend my gratitude for yet another disappointment, this time with the recent adaptation of Jem and the Holograms. Based on the trailer, it seems that fans from the ’80s are once again forced to stifle their excitement, tucking away their vibrant pink makeup and cherished collectibles, all while…
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The 10 Myths I Share with My Children
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