Tag: personal growth
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Lessons in Friendship: Insights from Life’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast I first forged a genuine friendship when I was just three years old, following my family’s move from Philadelphia to the tranquil hills of Pennsylvania’s Appalachian Mountains. One of my earliest memories is of sprinting down our long, dusty driveway to meet my new friend, Sarah. She was a year older and…
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10 Ways Motherhood Has Turned Me into a Rock Star
Get Pregnant Fast As a young girl in the vibrant 80s, I dreamed of becoming a punk rocker with pink hair and starry earrings, living a life filled with glamour. Fast forward to today, and while I might not be a rock legend in the spotlight, my life as a mom feels just as thrilling.…
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8 Ways Divorce Transformed Me Into a Better Parent
Get Pregnant Fast While we often hear that children are “resilient,” the reality is that divorce can leave lasting emotional marks. As someone who experienced my parents’ divorce firsthand, I promised myself I would shield my kids from such trauma. However, after 18 years of marriage and raising two children, I found myself facing the…
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The Transformative Quote That Revolutionized My Parenting Approach
Get Pregnant Fast When you step into the world of parenthood for the first time, everyone seems eager to share their wisdom. “Make sure she wears a hat!” “Feed her every two hours, no exceptions!” “Keep her indoors! She might catch a cold!” “Adjust her head; she doesn’t look comfortable.” “Where’s that hat? She must…
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The Joys of Embracing Your 40s
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jamie Spencer Updated: Aug. 2, 2016 Originally Published: May 13, 2015 Let’s be honest, I might not always tell the truth about my age. Sure, there’s a hint of vanity in it, but mostly I’ve been inspired by the time a little girl in my daughter’s dance class blurted out…
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The Mom Who Bakes Cookies
Get Pregnant Fast I always envisioned myself as the mom who baked cookies. Growing up, I imagined my children coming home from school to a warm plate of chocolate chip cookies waiting for them. Perhaps I got this idea from classic television shows? Regardless, that was the mother I aspired to be. My home would…
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In a World Dominated by Transformation Photos, I Struggle to Embrace My Own Worth
Get Pregnant Fast There’s something that’s been weighing heavily on my heart lately. I know that sharing this may stir up some strong feelings, but my goal is not to criticize; it’s to uplift. So, let me be clear: we are enough just as we are! In recent years, we’ve made significant strides in promoting…
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If You Want to Date My Son: A Parent’s Perspective on Relationships
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be clear: I’m genuinely happy that my son is exploring the world of dating. After a long and challenging journey into young adulthood, it would be counterproductive for us to become possessive or controlling just as he begins to forge his own personal life. We didn’t raise this remarkable young man…
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Hey Mom, I Just Want to Say Thank You: I Finally Understand
Get Pregnant Fast As I stood in the delivery room, the reality of the moment hit me hard. Just the night before, I had vowed to remain calm and composed, but as the contractions intensified, I felt like I was being torn apart. It was as if I was experiencing some ancient form of torture,…
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How My Infertility Journey Introduced Me to a Sisterhood I Never Knew Existed
Get Pregnant Fast Years ago, just hours after learning that my first IVF attempt had failed, I made an impulsive decision to get a tattoo. This wasn’t my first ink, nor would it be my last, but it was by far the most spontaneous one. Overwhelmed with emotion and tears streaming down my face, I…