Tag: self-improvement
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Am I A Good Father? And Other Questions Without Clear Answers
Get Pregnant Fast Every day, I find myself pondering whether I’m a good father. It’s reassuring to see my child show love for me most days, and the fact that my partner hasn’t walked out on me is a plus. Still, it will take years to truly evaluate my parenting skills. On paper, I meet…
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7 Reasons Why a Relaxed Summer is the Perfect Plan for Your Child
Get Pregnant Fast As a kid, I was the quintessential bookworm. I immersed myself in stories, dabbled in theater, and spent countless hours crafting narratives that were more about my imagination than reality. While my peers were off working summer jobs or attending camps, I found myself at my grandparents’ beach house, surrounded by retirees…
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10 Things I Wish I’d Done Before Becoming a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast A little over a year after my partner and I tied the knot, we made the decision to stop using birth control and see where life would lead us. At the ages of 24 and 25, we felt it was time to embrace parenthood and step into the next chapter of our…
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I Quit Caffeine and Alcohol: Here’s What Happened
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is filled with a host of ironies, not the least of which is that the very comforts we crave—wine, coffee, soft cheeses, restful sleep—are strictly off-limits during this time. It’s truly when we need these indulgences the most. What really grinds my gears? When I come across a man lamenting the…
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9 New Year’s Resolutions Every Mom Should Embrace Right Now
Get Pregnant Fast As we step into a new year, many of us make promises to ourselves that, let’s face it, often fall flat by February. We resolve to quit eating carbs, stop drinking wine, hit the gym regularly, and meditate daily. But instead of overwhelming ourselves with lofty goals, why not opt for more…
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7 Alternatives to the Kylie Jenner Lip Challenge That Are Way More Fun
Get Pregnant Fast Have you seen the latest trend where young folks are trying to plump their lips by sucking on shot glasses? Sure, Kylie Jenner is adorable, but seriously, what are people thinking? This bizarre trend is not only reckless but downright dangerous. Let’s put a stop to it now. Instead, here are seven…
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Parenting Resolutions for a Happier Year
Get Pregnant Fast As we step into a new year, I’ve decided to ditch the typical resolutions that I know I’ll abandon in just a couple of days—like cutting back on sweets or swearing less. This time, I’m focusing on commitments that I genuinely believe I can honor. Lowering Expectations First and foremost, I resolve…
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5 Ways My Kids Are Inspiring Me to Be Braver
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it: I’ve always been a bit of a scaredy-cat. From creepy crawlies and birds to awkward social interactions and the dreaded phone call, fear has been a constant companion. As an introvert and a chronic worrier, I spent three decades comfortably nestled in my cozy little bubble of apprehension. However,…
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I’m a Worrywart Mom Who Longs to Be a Warrior
Get Pregnant Fast Yesterday felt like an ordinary day. I overslept, which is becoming a routine. From that moment on, the day began to spiral, as it usually does, sweeping me along for the ride. It wasn’t until I dropped my son off at daycare that I finally caught my breath. As I walked down…