Tag: personal growth
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I Made the Tough Decision to Cut My Mother Out of My Life for the Sake of My Family
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, I often felt a sense of anxiety and confusion that I couldn’t quite put my finger on. I thought that my feelings were somehow my fault, not realizing that they stemmed from my complicated relationship with my mother. Years later, after diving deep into therapy and gaining self-awareness, I started…
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8 Essential Lessons I Want My Daughter to Learn
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat with my daughter, enjoying a delightful afternoon of pedicures and chatting about her upcoming kindergarten adventure, I couldn’t help but eavesdrop on another mother-daughter duo nearby. They were animatedly discussing the girl’s first year of college, and I exchanged a knowing glance with the other mom. In that fleeting…
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A Few More Things I’ve Decided Not to Care About (And You Shouldn’t Either)
Get Pregnant Fast I had a bit of a breakdown last night. And when I say “breakdown,” I mean the kind that involves some loud, irrational shouting and maybe a few choice words, followed by a retreat to the bathroom with my phone and a box of Thin Mints—yes, that kind of breakdown. I could…
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7 Ways Motherhood Has Made Me More Like My Partner
Get Pregnant Fast I wouldn’t classify myself as a total girly girl before becoming a mom, but I did enjoy dressing up, wearing makeup, and accessorizing. Now, I feel like I might need to enroll in a makeup course once my kids are grown because I hardly remember the last time I applied any. After…
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Why I Say No When My Daughters Ask for Help
Get Pregnant Fast During a recent family getaway, I found myself with a rare moment of tranquility, nestled in a cozy spot, engrossed in a captivating book. Just as I was sinking into the narrative, one of my daughters strolled in to use the bathroom attached to our suite. In my usual effort to fend…
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Infertility Took Over My Life, And I’m Ready to Say Goodbye
Get Pregnant Fast When a new presence enters your life, you can never truly predict the depth of that relationship or the ways it will transform you. It’s a mystery whether that connection will flourish for years or if it will end in heartbreak shortly after it begins. There wasn’t a specific moment I can…
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I’m Surprisingly Okay With My (Soon-to-Be Ex) Husband Dating Again
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat at my kitchen island on a snowy Friday night, cross-legged and savoring a bag of Doritos, I couldn’t help but reflect on the whirlwind of emotions surrounding my soon-to-be ex-husband, Jake, who was out on a date for the first time since our separation. It’s a peculiar feeling, really—being…
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How Autism Positively Transformed My Life
Get Pregnant Fast When my son, Alex, was just over two years old, medical professionals informed me that he was unlikely to ever engage in conversation, attend school like his peers, comprehend social nuances, or grow into a functional adult. I vividly remember sitting just inches from him, banging a spoon against a pot while…
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What I’ve Discovered About Nurturing a Relationship Over Two Decades
Get Pregnant Fast In my younger days, I was an avid photographer, capturing the essence of every moment. My collection of albums chronicles the chapters of my life, and my son loves flipping through these memories, wondering about the stories behind each snapshot. One afternoon, I caught him nestled in the closet, engrossed in a…
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Motherhood Has Turned Me Into a Wreck by Jamie Larson
Get Pregnant Fast I used to be an adventure junkie, always chasing the next thrill. Whether it was leaping off bridges or exploring uncharted territories, I dove in without a second thought—literally! However, everything shifted dramatically after my children arrived. It wasn’t an overnight transformation. In the first year of my twins’ lives, I sought…