Tag: anxiety
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How Postpartum Anxiety Took My Happiness Away
Menu Lifestyle Get Pregnant Fast In the last weeks of my first pregnancy, my partner and I endured four long, challenging evenings in birthing classes. During the final session, the focus shifted to postpartum depression (PPD), where we learned about caring for both baby and mother in those delicate weeks following delivery. I distinctly recall…
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Finding My Own Way to Support the Women’s March: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s dive into the color pink for a moment. Throughout my childhood, I proudly claimed my disdain for it, resisting societal expectations that suggested girls should embrace all things pink and frilly. I was an athlete at heart, thriving in sports, which led me to reject the notion of being feminine. My…
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What Happens After Your Child Receives a Mental Health Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast “How are you holding up?” the psychologist inquired after his session with my son. This question has become a frequent refrain in my life since my son’s mental health diagnosis, posed by caring friends, family, and even my spouse. I appreciate the concern, but honestly, I often find myself at a loss…
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Everything That Could Go Wrong on My Daughter’s First Day of Kindergarten
Get Pregnant Fast As my daughter, Mia, gears up for her first day of kindergarten, I can’t help but ruminate on all the potential pitfalls that might await her. The thought that she might encounter that one mean girl from her preschool who could easily make her feel small and unworthy sends shivers down my…
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Postpartum Depression and Anxiety: My Hidden Struggle
Get Pregnant Fast This is the reality of postpartum depression: Emily Harper And this: Emily Harper And this: Emily Harper Postpartum anxiety and depression often don’t appear as you might expect, especially when viewed through the lens of a perfectly curated Instagram post. Surprised? I certainly was. I had a beautiful birthing experience, but it…
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Raw and Real: Captivating In-Hospital Self-Portraits Reveal the Face of Depression
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful and unfiltered photo series, artist Mia Caldwell bravely exposes her battles with mental health. Struggling with depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, she chose to document her experiences in a psychiatric hospital rather than conceal them. This candid project not only provided a means of healing for her but also…
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Navigating Anxiety: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast A swirl of costumes surrounds me—superheroes, witches, and princesses—while I find myself pressed against a cold countertop, desperately trying to catch my breath. My vision blurs, and I twist my fingers into the fabric of my dress, seeking solace and safety from the anxiety coursing through me. Adrenaline pulses in my veins,…
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The Day Philip Seymour Hoffman Touched My Heart
Get Pregnant Fast Just like countless others, I find myself mourning the untimely passing of the extraordinary actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, who tragically succumbed to a heroin overdose. This loss resonates deeply not only within the realms of stage and film, but also with the family and friends who adored him. It’s a heartbreaking reminder…
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An Apology to My Kids from Their Anxious Mom
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 4 p.m., and I feel completely drained. Last night was a sleepless one, thanks to my feverish, coughing 3-year-old. Dinner is in progress on the stove, and I’m desperately trying to avoid overcooking the broccoli, knowing full well my older son wouldn’t touch it if I do. Meanwhile, my little one…
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Motherhood Has Turned Me Into a Wreck by Jamie Larson
Get Pregnant Fast I used to be an adventure junkie, always chasing the next thrill. Whether it was leaping off bridges or exploring uncharted territories, I dove in without a second thought—literally! However, everything shifted dramatically after my children arrived. It wasn’t an overnight transformation. In the first year of my twins’ lives, I sought…