Tag: emotional wellbeing
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Why I Ended My Relationship with My OB at 40 Weeks
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy can be an incredibly challenging journey. Your body undergoes a multitude of changes, and your emotions can swing wildly from joy to anxiety. You might find yourself doubting your choices while navigating the well-meaning but often unsolicited advice from strangers. Picture this: you’re at the gas station, grabbing your morning coffee,…
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Understanding the Mind of an Anxiety Sufferer
Get Pregnant Fast I often find myself picturing a scene all too familiar. I’m crouched over a porcelain toilet, my stomach rebelling against me. The contents surge forth, splashing into the water below. The acrid taste of bile lingers, and a profound emptiness begins to envelop me. This is my fault. I feel disgusting. A…
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Why Motherhood and Perfection Are Incompatible
Get Pregnant Fast Let me share a little secret: I used to be a perfectionist. It’s not that I believed I was perfect, but rather that I felt an overwhelming urge to excel in every facet of my life. I was a people-pleaser, constantly worried about how others perceived me. Everything had to be done…
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Maternal Mental Health: Understanding Postpartum Depression and Beyond
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, friends! If you’re embarking on the journey of parenthood, it’s totally normal to experience a rollercoaster of emotions. You might be thrilled to meet your little one, but also find yourself grappling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, or being overwhelmed. Let’s dive into the world of perinatal mood and anxiety…
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Understanding Anxiety and Depression Through Powerful Comics
Get Pregnant Fast For the over 40 million individuals in the U.S. grappling with anxiety and depression, everyday life can often feel like an endless cycle of dread and despair. The symptoms can be diverse but frequently debilitating, impacting one’s ability to engage in daily activities and enjoy life to the fullest. For many, articulating…
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Why Our Best Is Enough
Get Pregnant Fast Can I be honest with you for a moment? I’m feeling utterly overwhelmed. Earlier today, as I fought through tears, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I was the worst parent ever. I confided in my partner and my sister, both of whom reassured me that I wasn’t failing. Still, I wanted…
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My Father’s Birthday: A Reminder of My Own Aging
Get Pregnant Fast When I discovered my father’s age, I couldn’t help but react. My mother is a year older than him, and I remarked, “So that means Mom is…” My dad chuckled and said, “Thirty-nine!” However, I quickly pointed out, to his surprise, that I’ll be turning 39 this summer. I left my home…
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Addressing Postpartum Health Anxiety: A Crucial Conversation
Get Pregnant Fast As we step into a new year, I find myself reflecting on the past twelve months with a mix of fondness, nostalgia, and even some regret. Last year marked one of the most fulfilling yet challenging phases of my life. It was a time filled with joy, yet overshadowed by an overwhelming…
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I Want to Take Away All the Sadness, But I Can’t
Get Pregnant Fast Every night, as darkness falls and we dim the lights, my son begins to share his heart with me. This is no ordinary boy; he’s a lively, video game-obsessed tween who, beneath his cheeky exterior, carries intense feelings and thoughts. Much like myself, he experiences every emotion deeply. His beauty lies in…