Tag: personal growth
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How Motherhood Has Changed Me for the Worse
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting advice, the common narrative suggests that becoming a parent enhances your character and makes you a better person. However, I find myself at odds with this notion. Recently, I shared my thoughts with my partner, Jamie, who confidently asserted that parenthood has improved me—it hasn’t. Let me…
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The Case for Unlimited Screen Time: A Fresh Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, my parents didn’t impose restrictions on how much time I spent in front of the television. To be honest, it seemed like they preferred not to deal with the hassle. Yet, despite the lack of pressure regarding academics, I thrived—enough to earn a degree from an Ivy League school. Interestingly,…
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Finding Grace Amidst Tragedy: Lessons from Jane Thompson
Get Pregnant Fast In her poignant reflection, Jane Thompson once posed a powerful question: “What would you do if you weren’t afraid?” I responded with, “I would give it my all.” Jane’s insight into how fear can hinder our potential resonates deeply with me and often surfaces whenever I feel apprehensive about pursuing my dreams.…
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A Heartfelt Note to My Stepdaughter on the Brink of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Emma, Yesterday, we shared two wonderful chats, each lasting half an hour, and both ended with you saying, “I love you.” Those sideways half-hugs have blossomed into warm, full embraces, and I can’t tell you how much joy that brings me. I still cherish the turkey magnets you and Grandma crafted…
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The Illusion of Adulthood
Get Pregnant Fast When we’re little, we can’t wait to grow up. At age 3, being 5 sounds glorious—school, playground royalty! By 5, the allure of being 10 beckons, with homework and sleepovers. At 10, we yearn for the teenage years, filled with independence and freedom. Once in our teens, it’s the driver’s license, college…
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The Case for Standing Tall: Embracing Balance in Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast After the arrival of my second child, I took a brief three-week break from work. Some may view this as a luxury, but since I primarily work from home, returning to my duties felt like an extension of maternity leave. I was still in my comfy yoga pants, after all. Yet, diving…
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13 Valuable Lessons My Husband Can Take from Our Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast While my three-year-old son has a long road ahead filled with learning and growth, I’ve noticed that he’s already grasped some important life lessons that many adults, including my husband, might benefit from revisiting. Here are thirteen insights from my toddler that I believe could enhance my husband’s approach to life and…
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7 Ways Parenthood Enhanced My Writing Routine
Get Pregnant Fast Becoming a parent can transform many aspects of life, including your creative practices. I never imagined that my unexpected pregnancy at 41 would lead me to become a more productive writer. Now, with my little one just over 20 months old, I find that the lessons learned from parenting seamlessly apply to…
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5 Reasons I’m Embracing My Late 30s
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate through my late 30s, I find myself reflecting on the journey that has shaped me. After years filled with challenges—like growing up amidst divorce, experiencing anxiety, and enduring the ups and downs of motherhood—I’ve learned a thing or two about resilience. Now, as I approach my 40s, I’m realizing…