Tag: motherhood journey
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6 Common Misconceptions New Moms Face During Their First Year
Get Pregnant Fast The moment a new mom cradles her tiny bundle of joy for the first time is filled with a mix of relief and anxiety. The rollercoaster of emotions can be overwhelming, especially with a flood of advice coming from every direction right after announcing your pregnancy. While some of it is helpful,…
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I’m That Mom, and I Have No Regrets
Get Pregnant Fast If you ever spot me in the grocery store with my son, you might raise an eyebrow or give a sigh of exasperation. You might feel a twinge of annoyance as my shopping cart blocks the aisle while I dig through my oversized bag for that precious stash of Mike and Ike.…
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Connecting with Fellow Moms: A Journey to Friendship
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 16, 2015 Originally Published: June 16, 2010 Throughout my life, I’ve been fortunate to cultivate several meaningful friendships. Some developed during various jobs over the past decade, while others trace back to high school or college. Each friend has been a lifeline during turbulent times, helping me navigate the complexities…
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6 Questions to Avoid Asking an Unwed Mom-To-Be
Get Pregnant Fast The journey into motherhood is often filled with unexpected twists, and for many, the traditional path of love, marriage, and then baby doesn’t always apply. Many women today, especially millennials, are finding themselves in situations where they become mothers before tying the knot. As someone who has navigated this terrain, I’ve noticed…
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6 Ways My Parenting Approach Has Evolved as a Seasoned Mom
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother of two young boys, aged 3 and 8 months, I occasionally find myself taking spontaneous evening outings. While these adventures can be thrilling, they often coincide with the most challenging time of day for my little ones. Just yesterday, while navigating rush hour traffic after a trip to the…
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To the Mom Experiencing Preeclampsia: It’s Alarming, But You Will Be Okay
Get Pregnant Fast “Without immediate action, both your lives are at risk.” My doctor’s words were firm, but I felt utterly unprepared. It was seven weeks before my due date, and I was in disbelief. How could I be so ill when I felt perfectly fine? For the past month, I had been confined to…
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Selecting an Egg Donor: A Journey Similar to Online Dating
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to the health of your uterus, Fallopian tubes, and eggs, turning forty doesn’t magically make you youthful. Unfortunately, there’s no amount of Botox that can solve these biological realities. The landscape of egg donation today mirrors how adoption was perceived three decades ago—often shrouded in secrecy and stigma. Celebrities…
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Mom’s Viral Post Captures the Contradictions of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Motherhood is a journey filled with contradictions, a sentiment beautifully articulated by blogger Carly Mitchell. As moms, we often find ourselves in a constant tug-of-war between exhaustion and the desperate need for a moment of solitude. We can feel overwhelmed by our kids, yet we can’t resist scrolling through their pictures the…
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Dear Preemie Mom: A Message of Understanding and Solidarity
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Preemie Mom, I see you. I see the fear and confusion etched on your face as you leave your precious baby behind in the hospital, fighting for every breath after arriving too soon. I see you diligently taking notes as the doctor explains the complex machines surrounding your little one, desperately…
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Celebrating the Moms I Cherish Most
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting Celebrating the Moms I Cherish Most by Jamie Parker Updated: May 8, 2023 Originally Published: May 8, 2016 Being a mom is an incredible journey, not just because my little ones rush toward me with open arms and bright smiles, but because it has introduced me to a unique sisterhood…