Tag: emotional connection
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Capture the Everyday Moments
Get Pregnant Fast As I strolled through the park today, I spotted you—an inviting day that practically called for a visit with your little one. You were both perched on the merry-go-round, not spinning but simply enjoying the moment. Your gaze drifted to your other child, swinging joyfully on the monkey bars, while you sat…
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Why I’m Considering Divorce Despite My Fears
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve been married for nearly 12 years. During this time, we’ve purchased a home, a car, acquired a pet rabbit, and welcomed three wonderful children into our lives. We’ve experienced joyful moments and faced challenges, but now, I find myself contemplating divorce. The hardest part? I’m terrified to voice this decision. My…
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What I Discovered in My Mother’s Stretch Marks
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 8, 2021 Originally Published: September 9, 2016 These are my stretch marks. I created them. Those words filled the pages of my journal last summer, right next to the notes I had been taking about my mother’s health. When you find yourself in a hospital day after day, the routine…
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My Last Summer with My Daughter Before College: A Journey of Connection
Get Pregnant Fast Any parent with a high school senior understands the emotional rollercoaster that comes with the college admissions process. It’s a true test of parenting that can strain the bond you’ve built over nearly two decades. This period can leave you questioning the status of your once solid relationship, making you wonder if…
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The Unique Connection Between Boys and Their Moms
Get Pregnant Fast In the adventure of parenting, my first two children were girls, and I embraced that completely. I adored my daughters; I understood their world. However, when I discovered that my third child would be a boy, I felt a pang of anxiety. How would I connect with him? Would I be able…
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I’m Saying Goodbye to Robot Mom Mode
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 27, 2016 Originally Published: Oct. 29, 2015 As school is back in session, my routine of chauffeuring kids around has resumed, and that 3 p.m. shift is in full swing. One child hops in, her eyes sparkling with excitement as she recounts a tale about a raccoon named Chester causing…
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When a Text Isn’t Enough: Call Your Mom
Get Pregnant Fast As I stepped into the salon for a haircut, a petite woman with a warm smile introduced herself. “I’m Clara,” she said, taking over from my previous stylist, who had moved away. I immediately felt a connection with Clara. She had a genuine presence about her. When she asked about my life,…
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The Cherished Moments of Babyhood
Get Pregnant Fast Memory can be a peculiar thing. My earliest recollection is a hazy image of my mother, pregnant with my little sister, trying to explain how the miracle of life would unfold. It feels like a fleeting glimpse—akin to opening your eyes beneath the surface of water. I was just 3 years old…
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Heartfelt Plea for Stolen Cooler with Deep Sentimental Value
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, the idea of losing a child is absolutely devastating. It’s a thought that no parent ever wants to entertain. Unfortunately, this reality has struck too close to home for one father, leading to a heartbreaking situation that has garnered widespread attention. In Alabama, a father named Michael…