Tag: expectations
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Why Embracing “Good Enough” Makes Me a Better Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Becoming a mom is often described as having your heart forever outside your body, and let me tell you, that sentiment rings truer than I could have ever imagined. From the moment we step into motherhood, a whirlwind of worries consumes us, coupled with the unrealistic expectations society places upon us. We’re…
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Parenting Standards Are Just Too High — I’m Done (And You Should Be Too)
Get Pregnant Fast I’m done. About three years ago, I reached a breaking point. The immense pressure I had placed on myself as a parent, along with my tendency to micromanage my children, left me feeling overwhelmed and bitter. It became clear that no one in my family wanted to be around me when I…
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15 Myths I’ve Shared About My Parenting Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 22, 2015 Originally Published: November 23, 2012 As parents, we often find ourselves navigating a minefield of expectations—some spoken, some implied, and others seemingly pulled from some elusive Parenting Manual that I clearly missed out on. I wasn’t handed a copy in the hospital, and that explains a lot about…
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5 Things I Simply Won’t Do for My Daughter’s Birthday
Get Pregnant Fast As my little sunshine prepares to celebrate her 3rd birthday, I find myself reflecting on the overwhelming pressure many parents feel during special occasions. With the expectations that come from social media and the endless parade of Pinterest-perfect parties, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters. So, in an effort…
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Why I’m Not Focused on Raising an ‘Exceptional’ Child
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks ago, while browsing a parenting forum, I stumbled across a conversation that struck a nerve. A parent was utterly distraught, convinced that her child’s lack of “gifted” status meant a bleak future. She lamented, what could she ever expect if her child was simply “average”? I couldn’t help but…
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Christina Aguilera’s Empowering Words for Stressed-Out Moms
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where motherhood often feels overwhelming, Christina Aguilera offers a refreshing perspective that resonates with many moms. The renowned singer and actress, known for her chart-topping hits and candid approach to life, recently shared her thoughts on the challenges mothers face in an interview with a popular magazine. Aguilera, who…
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Why I’m Saying ‘Yes’ to My Kids More Often
Get Pregnant Fast Every morning starts with a familiar scene: my kids bouncing on our bed. We’ve got a queen mattress side-carred to a single boxspring on the floor, creating a perfect trampoline for little ones. Sure, they can’t hurt the mattress, and the risk of falling is minimal, but the sheer energy radiating from…
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Uber Driver Abandons Laboring Mom, Still Charges Her
Get Pregnant Fast Imagine being in the throes of labor, desperately needing a ride to the hospital, only to be left stranded by your Uber driver. This nightmarish situation became a reality for Melanie and Jason, a couple in New York City, when their Uber driver refused to take them because he was concerned about…