Tag: personal experiences
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Viral Essay Sheds Light on the Experience of Being the ‘Plus-Size Traveler on a Plane’
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent poignant article that has captured the internet’s attention, a writer bravely shares the anxiety, discomfort, and outright discrimination faced by those identified as the “plus-size traveler on a plane.” This powerful narrative serves as a crucial reminder about the importance of compassion and kindness in our everyday interactions. The…
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Why Pregnancy Isn’t Glamorous: Leaky Breasts, Awkward Gas, and More
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get real: pregnancy isn’t exactly the picturesque experience many make it out to be. There, I said it! It’s a refreshing relief to voice this sentiment, akin to running freely through a wildflower meadow—full of life but not exactly magazine-cover material. Now, before you label me a Negative Nancy (I prefer…
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Hemorrhoids: The Unexpected Truth Nobody Warns You About
Get Pregnant Fast Years ago, when I could rise from bed without the aid of six Aleve and my skin still had some elasticity, I held a completely misguided view of hemorrhoids. In my youthful ignorance, I thought they were the most repulsive affliction known to humankind, and the very thought of experiencing them filled…
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The Mother I Was Meant to Be
Get Pregnant Fast In the journey of motherhood, we often find ourselves grappling with the image of the perfect mom we thought we would become. It’s a common thread among many women, the expectations we set for ourselves versus the reality we face. These visions, often painted by societal standards or personal experiences, can create…
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Finding My Place in a House Full of Boys: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast In 1992, I welcomed a wonderful baby boy, which came as a surprise because I had always envisioned myself with a daughter. Though no one had confirmed it to me, I just felt it deep down—as if maternal intuition was guiding me. During one visit with my 90-year-old Eastern European grandmother, her…
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Balance Is Just an Illusion
Get Pregnant Fast Early in our marriage, my partner and I agreed that one of us would stay home to care for our children during their formative years. I naturally took on the role of primary caregiver, juggling everything from playdates to laundry while my partner became the main breadwinner, ensuring our financial stability. This…
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Breastfeeding: It’s Not Always a Walk in the Park
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it: life can often be more challenging than we anticipate. Perhaps we set our expectations too high, or maybe we buy into those fairy-tale narratives too soon—think Prince Charming, white picket fences, and glass slippers. But let’s get real. How many frogs do you have to kiss before finding your…
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Embracing My Trekkie Roots: A Journey Through Space and Time
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up in the ’80s and ’90s, my teenage conversations were peppered with terms like tribbles, warp speed, and transporter beams. I was, without a doubt, a Trekkie from the start. Need some evidence? Here’s a glimpse into my Star Trek-infused upbringing: I can speak a bit of Klingon, I learned chess…
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Do You Suffer from This Common Parent Disorder?
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it, if you’re a parent, there’s a good chance you’re dealing with a particular condition that often goes unnoticed. But don’t worry; I’m here to shed some light on this all-too-common issue. Let’s rewind to three years ago—2012. It’s 8:30 AM, and I’m looking sharp in my stylish, stain-free outfit,…
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I’m Grateful My Kids Are Growing Up
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a common refrain among parents: “Don’t grow up! Stay little forever!” But let’s be honest—deep down, we all know that wishing for our kids to remain small is a bit of a fantasy. When I hear parents expressing this sentiment, it honestly gets under my skin. It might sound sweet on…