Tag: adoption
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What My Emergency C-Section Taught Me
Get Pregnant Fast When I first discovered I was pregnant with my second child, I felt immense pressure to have a different birth experience than with my first. My first labor ended in an emergency C-section after my contractions stalled and my baby’s heart rate dropped. Before getting pregnant again, my doctor had suggested I…
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4 Insights Gained Through Adoption
Get Pregnant Fast By: Sarah Thompson Updated: July 20, 2020 Originally Published: November 25, 2015 When adoption is discussed on social media, you often encounter phrases like “born in my heart, not under it,” along with sentiments about being “chosen” or “blessed.” However, if you look deeper, you’ll find a complex tapestry of emotions, including…
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How My Infertility Journey Introduced Me to a Sisterhood I Never Knew Existed
Get Pregnant Fast Years ago, just hours after learning that my first IVF attempt had failed, I made an impulsive decision to get a tattoo. This wasn’t my first ink, nor would it be my last, but it was by far the most spontaneous one. Overwhelmed with emotion and tears streaming down my face, I…
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Navigating the Complexities of Parenting: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast The same judgments echo in my ears, no matter where I go. Whether it’s during preschool pick-up or at the checkout line, the criticisms are relentless. There’s no refund policy on parenthood. Children aren’t pets. Adoption is a lifelong commitment. Did she really think it would be simple? How could she? It’s…
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Rehoming My Adopted Daughter Was Never an Option
Get Pregnant Fast A few years ago, I found myself in a place of despair that I never thought I would experience. After a series of personal struggles, I sought help from a counselor. My then 5-year-old daughter, Maya, had just been diagnosed with PCDH19, a rare and severe form of epilepsy that carries no…
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Understanding the Language of Adoption: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast Whenever I encounter the phrase “given up” in relation to adoption, it strikes a chord within me, and I can’t help but cringe. My son, Leo, was not “given up.” In fact, I really dislike the term “given up” when discussing adoption and children. You might give up coffee. You could decide…
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Foster Mom’s Heartfelt Experience Redefines ‘Mommy’
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching blog post that has recently gained traction, foster mom and writer Emily, who shares her experiences on her platform, Foster The Family, has shed light on the profound meaning of the term “mommy.” Her story revolves around a two-year-old foster child who instantly referred to her as “mommy,” sparking…
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I Don’t Have a Birth Story to Share
Get Pregnant Fast I lack a traditional birth story, one filled with tender moments post-delivery or snapshots of my partner gazing at me in wonder after the miracle of childbirth. While the days my children were adopted may serve as cherished memories for my husband, they feel rather commonplace compared to the physical experience of…