Tag: relationships
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Why I Call My Husband ‘Daddy’ (And It’s Not What You Think)
Get Pregnant Fast I refer to my husband as “Daddy.” No, it’s not for the reasons you might assume. When it’s just the two of us after the kids are tucked in, I call him by his actual name. But during the daylight hours, it’s all about “Daddy, did you see the weather forecast?” or…
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5 Contradictions of Living with Mental Illness
Get Pregnant Fast Hey friends, let’s chat about a topic that many of us can relate to: living with mental illness. It’s a journey filled with ups and downs, and—let’s be honest—plenty of contradictions. I’ve been navigating this wild ride for nearly a decade now, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that mental…
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Do You Recall the Days Before Kids?
Get Pregnant Fast Remember those carefree days before the little ones arrived? I can vividly picture my partner and I sneaking in some afternoon intimacy on the couch, right after that delightful morning session. Ah, those were some truly wonderful moments. Fast forward to today, and my husband might as well forget about our intimate…
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Navigating Dating When Your Child Has a Chronic Illness
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to dating, knowing when to share that your child has a chronic illness can be a tricky proposition. Do you break the news on the first date over a salad, or is it better to mention it in your online dating profile before any flirty exchanges begin? Imagine this:…
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I Used to Think My Partner Was Self-Centered, But Now I Understand
Get Pregnant Fast Something incredible occurred recently. My partner, Alex, and I were cozied up together on the couch. He was browsing the internet (is that still a thing?) while I was engrossed in a novel. Our kids were bouncing around like little tornadoes, and suddenly, our youngest flopped down on a pillow and gasped,…
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I Love You, Darling, But Your Driving Is Driving Me Crazy
Get Pregnant Fast Picture this: a typical weekday morning at 7:30 a.m., and we find ourselves stuck in traffic. My partner, who’s graciously driving me to work, is juggling a cup of coffee in one hand, blowing his nose with the other, and steering with his knees while engaging in a heated debate with the…
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To the Isolated Mom Whose Partner Works Excessively
Get Pregnant Fast Endless phone calls during dinner, urgent demands for attention late at night, and texts that interrupt every social gathering—it often feels like there’s a third entity in our relationship, and it’s not another partner. It’s my husband’s job. If it were an affair, I might have a fighting chance, but how do…
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Do You Suffer from This Common Parent Disorder?
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it, if you’re a parent, there’s a good chance you’re dealing with a particular condition that often goes unnoticed. But don’t worry; I’m here to shed some light on this all-too-common issue. Let’s rewind to three years ago—2012. It’s 8:30 AM, and I’m looking sharp in my stylish, stain-free outfit,…
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10 (Mostly) Awesome Realities About Sex in Your 40s
Get Pregnant Fast By: Laura Jensen As high school sweethearts, my husband Jake and I have shared 15 years of marriage. You might think that after all this time, things would get a bit stale in the bedroom, but we’ve consistently found ways to keep our intimate life exciting. However, sex has evolved considerably since…
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6 Quirks I Tolerate Because I Adore My Husband
Get Pregnant Fast “If only you could borrow my eyes, you’d understand how amazing he truly is.” My grandmother would say this whenever someone dared to speak ill of my grandfather. Their love was something special, a genuine connection that made them overlook each other’s imperfections. I firmly believe that everyone should experience such profound…