Tag: resilience
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Reassuring Our American Daughter About Her Persian-American Heritage
Get Pregnant Fast In a quiet moment last night, my wife, who has been my partner for over three decades, entered the living room where I was immersed in preparing for a discussion on American literature, specifically Henry James’s “The Art of Fiction.” My focus on the rich themes of democracy and truth in literature…
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Young Robotics Champions Face Unjust Remarks After Victory
Get Pregnant Fast In a shocking turn of events, a group of fourth-graders from a winning robotics team encountered hurtful racial comments following their success at a recent competition. While victories are typically celebrated, the triumph for the five students from Riverview Elementary School was marred by derogatory remarks hurled at them by adults. The…
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Confessions of an Unintentional Sports Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: December 18, 2023 Originally Published: June 4, 2023 Every time I mention that my 8-year-old daughter trains for a staggering 12 hours a week on a competitive gymnastics team, I encounter two distinct reactions. The first is an exuberant, “Wow, she’s going to the Olympics, right?” The second is more subdued:…
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Let’s Move Beyond the Definition of ‘Single Mom’
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting discussions, the definition of a “single mom” often sparks heated debates. Before stepping into this role, I too had a preconceived notion of what a single mother looked like. The common image conjured is that of a woman juggling multiple responsibilities, working tirelessly to make ends meet…
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How My Divorce Transformed Me into a Better Mom
Get Pregnant Fast When my ex-partner revealed his desire for a divorce, I felt like my world was crumbling. I was overwhelmed, not only by the thought of being single for the first time in over a decade, but also by the responsibility of raising a toddler. How could I balance my demanding career as…
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The Reality of Being a Mom with Cancer
Get Pregnant Fast Three words: You have cancer. Those words can turn your world upside down. They steal the breath from your lungs and leave a heavy weight in your chest. The impact is humbling and devastating. You hear those words echo in your mind, a constant reminder of your new reality. No one wants…
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Lessons Learned During Your Spouse’s Military Leave
Get Pregnant Fast Today marks the final day I wake up alone. It’s the last morning of brushing my teeth while balancing on one foot and trying to keep my overly curious ten-month-old from exploring the toilet. It’s the last day of preparing breakfast for my three-year-old while soothing my teething infant. Tonight, after putting…
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The Mississippi Hat That Concealed the Pain
Get Pregnant Fast During my freshman year of college, I quietly slipped into a middle seat in a bustling classroom. As I stared down at my notebook, I began to jot notes about rocks and some science I clearly failed to remember, as I can’t even recall what class it was. Hiding my unkempt ponytail…
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Teaching My Kids Life’s Unfairness: A Path to Empathy and Resilience
Get Pregnant Fast Fairness. It’s that sticky topic that seems to ignite every sibling squabble. As a parent, it’s exhausting to hear my children debate the concept of fairness at length. “She has more ice cream than I do! It’s not fair!” “He’s one millimeter closer to the couch’s center—how’s that fair?” “There’s a chance…
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Shannen Doherty Expresses Gratitude to ‘Maggie’ for Support During Cancer Treatment
Get Pregnant Fast Shannen Doherty has been remarkably open about her cancer journey, sharing both the struggles and victories on social media. Recently, she took to Instagram to celebrate the conclusion of her radiation therapy, expressing heartfelt thanks to her medical team and one notable “cancer warrior” named Maggie. In a touching post, Doherty reveals…