Tag: confidence
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To the Mom Who Stood Out at Drop-off This Morning
Get Pregnant Fast This morning was one of those chaotic ones again. You know the type — the kind where I’m zipping in and out of the driveway because more than one child forgot it was day for library books, silly hats, or pajamas. As I hopped out of the car to hand-deliver an urgent…
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See, Mom? Madonna Didn’t Make Me a Wild Slut!
Get Pregnant Fast As the youngest of four and my mom’s only daughter, I came into a world filled with feminine expectations. My mom, one of nine sisters, had visions of me adorned in frilly dresses, hair bows, and an array of dolls. However, being raised with three brothers, I didn’t quite fit the mold.…
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Embracing My Feistiness at 47: A Reflection on Age and Beauty
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a curious thing, how as the years pass, we often become more at ease with ourselves, even when time gives us fewer reasons to feel that way. When we’re young and deemed beautiful, we may grapple with insecurity and self-doubt. Helen Mirren encapsulated this notion perfectly when she said, “One of…
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Not Sorry: 25 Things We Should Stop Apologizing For
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a certain weight to the phrase “I’m sorry.” It can express genuine regret or serve as a polite placeholder in conversation. But more often than not, we find ourselves apologizing when we really shouldn’t. Women, in particular, have a tendency to over-apologize, often seeking approval or trying to smooth over situations…
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Our New Favorite Swimmer and His Dad’s Unique Pre-Race Ritual
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of sports, there are countless stories that inspire us, but few are as heartwarming and humorous as that of Canadian swimmer Marco DiLorenzo and his father. Before each race, Marco engages in a playful gesture that makes viewers do a double take: he flips the bird. While some might…
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7 Strategies to Help Your Child Overcome Self-Consciousness About Exercise
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often want to encourage our children to embrace physical activity, but sometimes self-consciousness can hold them back. Take the case of Laura Mitchell, who tried to get her son involved in soccer and swimming as a young child. However, as he grew older, he became increasingly hesitant to participate.…
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This One’s for the Fair-Skinned: Embracing a Summer Without Tans or Bronzer
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever been approached by well-meaning strangers on sunny days with the concerned suggestion, “You really should apply some sunscreen”? Do you find yourself reaching for the “Ivory” shade in the makeup aisle, only to realize it’s still too dark for your complexion? Have your photos in natural light ever made…
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What I Want My Daughters to Understand About Beauty
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom, why don’t you wear makeup?” my daughter asked me today. Honestly, I wasn’t shocked. Lately, I’ve been in a phase where simply taking a shower and changing out of my workout clothes feels like a small victory. I’ve never been one to pile on makeup. In fact, the little I do…
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Empowering My Daughter’s Fashion Sense: A Confidence Builder for Both of Us
Get Pregnant Fast By: Alex Taylor Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 Originally Published: Dec. 19, 2022 The color schemes of my childhood outfits could rival a painter’s palette. I have my parents to thank (or perhaps blame) for my eclectic wardrobe choices. They dressed me until I reached the age of 7, when I decided it…