Tag: parenting struggles
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When Life Makes Me a Less Than Perfect Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Life has a way of throwing curveballs, doesn’t it? Just the other day, my partner and I completely spaced on paying our rent. We had just settled into a new apartment, and after a whirlwind camping trip, we forgot all about it. As my husband frantically called me, asking for help, I…
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I’m Absolutely Not Prepared for the Holidays
Get Pregnant Fast When I first tied the knot, I was bubbling with excitement at the thought of hosting holiday gatherings in our cozy new abode. I couldn’t help but skip through the aisles of my local store, picking up all the festive decorations to create a magical atmosphere during my favorite season. As first-time…
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Navigating Bedtime Battles: A Mother’s Reflection on Sleep and Connection
Get Pregnant Fast Sleep has always been a challenge for my eldest child. In those early years, I found a strange comfort in the nightly struggle, as her deep need for me eased the guilt I felt about spending long hours away at a job I detested. The tender kisses I planted on her forehead…
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Guess What? Working Moms Are Full-Time Moms, Too
Get Pregnant Fast When we envision working mothers, it’s easy to picture them in tailored suits, rushing off to their high-powered careers, seemingly escaping the chaos of family life. However, the reality is far more challenging. That’s precisely the message a passionate Australian mom, Laura, aimed to convey in a recent viral social media post,…
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I Needed a Break from Motherhood Today
Get Pregnant Fast Today, I found myself wanting to “tap out” of motherhood for a while. Admitting this feels uncomfortable, but it’s the truth. I reached a point where I thought, “I can’t do this anymore. I’m not cut out for this. I’m finished.” Exhaustion had me feeling overwhelmed and defeated. I’m fed up with…
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The 5 Stages of Parenting a Toddler Who Can’t Sleep
Get Pregnant Fast Not long ago, my in-laws took our toddler for a night, giving my partner and me a chance to celebrate our anniversary. The following day, we headed over to my parents’ place to say goodbye to my two younger siblings—one embarking on law school in Oregon and the other off to spend…