Tag: personal growth
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Joke All You Want, But My Sorority Days Were Truly Remarkable
Get Pregnant Fast Nearly 25 years ago this fall, I took the plunge and pledged to a sorority. Yes, I was one of those girls—the quintessential sorority sister of the early 90s. We were often labeled as bowheads, accused of purchasing friendships, and became the punchline for countless blonde jokes and bimbo remarks. Our teased…
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Parenting Resolutions for a Happier Year
Get Pregnant Fast As we step into a new year, I’ve decided to ditch the typical resolutions that I know I’ll abandon in just a couple of days—like cutting back on sweets or swearing less. This time, I’m focusing on commitments that I genuinely believe I can honor. Lowering Expectations First and foremost, I resolve…
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A Letter to the Girls of ‘Girls’ About Sex, From Their Cool Aunt
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, fabulous gals! First off, I just want you to know how much I admire each and every one of you. It’s infuriating to see those basement-dwelling trolls trying to tear you down with their outdated views about sexuality. Their issues say more about them than they do about you, so…
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Pregnancy: My Journey Toward Self-Acceptance
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, friends! I’m here to share my personal journey with food addiction and self-acceptance. For years, I struggled with food dependency, a negative body image, and emotional ups and downs. I often found myself comparing my size to others, obsessing over how I appeared, and avoiding mirrors at all costs. It…
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Everything I Discovered About Parenting (But You’ll Have to Uncover for Yourself)
Get Pregnant Fast When I embarked on my parenting journey nearly seven years ago, it was far from seamless—more akin to squeezing into a pair of skinny jeans I hadn’t worn in ages. The transition to motherhood was awkward and clumsy, leaving me gasping for breath and feeling out of place. The emotional rollercoaster was…
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Did You Ever Imagine We’d Reach This Point, Mom?
Get Pregnant Fast For much of my early life, Mom, we communicated in two distinct dialects. My conversations revolved around crushes and friendships, while yours were steeped in literature and education. Each evening, we stood on opposite sides of a vast chasm, where you encouraged me to carve my own identity, while I yearned to…
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5 Ways My Kids Are Inspiring Me to Be Braver
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it: I’ve always been a bit of a scaredy-cat. From creepy crawlies and birds to awkward social interactions and the dreaded phone call, fear has been a constant companion. As an introvert and a chronic worrier, I spent three decades comfortably nestled in my cozy little bubble of apprehension. However,…
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Your Belly is Beautiful: Embracing Change and Growth
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom, your belly is kind of big there,” my four-year-old remarked, her tiny finger playfully poking my midsection. For a brief moment, I felt a rush of defensiveness surge within me. “Actually, it’s not fat,” I thought about replying, my inner voice echoing the insecurities I’ve battled for years. But I held…
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My Transformative Journey in Motherhood: Realizing I Am Enough
Get Pregnant Fast The experience of motherhood has profoundly shaped my life in two significant ways. It has both dismantled my preconceived notions and unveiled my true self. I’m not framing this in a negative light; rather, I’m sharing my journey with honesty. Having embraced motherhood for over eight years, I’ve simultaneously embarked on a…