Tag: relationships
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The Age-Old Debate: Can Men and Women Be Friends?
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever found yourself pondering the age-old debate about whether men and women can truly be friends? Remember that iconic exchange in the film When Harry Met Sally? Harry insists that platonic friendships between the sexes are impossible because sexual tension always rears its head. Sally argues otherwise, claiming she has…
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6 Phrases That Shift Meaning After Becoming a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Being a parent transforms your life in ways you never anticipated. The once-familiar phrases you used to express feelings or intentions suddenly take on new meanings. Here are six phrases that will likely change for you after welcoming little ones into your world. 1. Let’s Get to It Before becoming parents, saying…
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It’s More Than Just A Game: Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast Last year, when the Eagles faced off against the Giants in a crucial match, my partner and I made the decision to let our eldest son, Max, take a day off school to be part of the experience. As the two of them cheered for their team, I found myself at home,…
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Why I Call Bullshit on the ‘Soulmate’ Concept
Get Pregnant Fast When I shared the news of my engagement, a colleague exclaimed, “I’m so thrilled you’ve found your soulmate!” I paused, reflecting on that term: soulmates. The connection just wasn’t there. As I envisioned my fiancé, I struggled to reconcile the notion of soulmates with our relationship. Was I making a mistake? Was…
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The Key to a Lasting Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast Five years ago, my partner surprised me with a set of electric toothbrushes for Christmas. You might be thinking, “What a gift blunder!” But surprisingly, I’m the kind of person who finds joy in receiving practical gifts. My partner, James, has a talent for making even the most mundane items feel special.…
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Gentlemen, Just Go for the Vasectomy. It’s Not So Scary.
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to vasectomies, I’ve encountered a plethora of narratives—most of which do not paint a pretty picture. I’ve heard tales of unfortunate souls being prepped by someone whose hands felt more like sandpaper than silk. There are horror stories of men needing to undergo the procedure multiple times because the…
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10 Insights About Marriage That Took Me by Surprise
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to marriage wisdom, I’ve been around the block. With one divorce and countless relationships under my belt, there’s a lot I wish I had known before saying “I do.” Before diving into my lessons, let’s clarify what marriage really is. While it often encompasses the idea of a “relationship,”…
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10 Reasons My Child Is Not My Best Friend
Get Pregnant Fast When my 4-year-old, Lily, looks up at me and declares, “You’re my best friend!” I can’t help but smile. It’s a sweet sentiment, but let’s be real—there’s a lot more to friendship than just heartfelt declarations. As I mentally sift through her request for reciprocation, I think, “Sorry, kiddo, but you’re definitely…
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Video Highlights the Contrast Between a ‘Mom Cold’ and a ‘Man Cold’
Get Pregnant Fast A humorous video is creating a buzz online as it illustrates the stark differences in how men and women cope with a common cold. The term “Man Cold” has become a popular way to describe how many men seem to struggle more than women when they catch a minor illness. This video…
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There’s No “We” in Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast The other evening, I overheard a man say, “We are pregnant,” and I felt a rush of heat coursing through my veins. My cheeks turned flush, and a wave of frustration washed over me. It reminded me of all those times I heard “we” and “our” during my own pregnancy. For me,…