Tag: new moms
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“Honey, You Might Smell” and Other Hard Truths for New Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, new moms! Before you get defensive, let’s chat about some things that might be a bit tough to swallow. I promise I’m coming from a place of compassion and understanding. You need to hear these truths because, honestly, your friends might not have the courage to say them—and let’s be…
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Ten Things “They” Won’t Tell You About Motherhood…But I Will
Get Pregnant Fast Eleven years ago, I stumbled into the chaotic world of motherhood with naivety that would make anyone chuckle. I often felt like those seasoned moms were huddled nearby, whispering and exchanging knowing glances while I innocently navigated the new terrain. “Look at her,” they’d say, “She still believes in sleep!” or “Oh…
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Supporting New Moms: A Call for Community and Compassion
Get Pregnant Fast From a young age, I dreamed of becoming a mom. I can’t recall a time when the idea of starting a family didn’t excite me. With a nurturing mother as my role model, a love for babies, and plenty of babysitting experience, I felt prepared when my partner and I decided to…
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Zara Thompson Reminds Moms That Instant Post-Baby Recovery Is Unrealistic
Get Pregnant Fast In a world dominated by images of celebrity mothers who seem to shed baby weight overnight, it’s easy for new moms to feel pressured to look a certain way shortly after giving birth. Actress Zara Thompson, who welcomed twins last year, is stepping up to challenge this misleading narrative, emphasizing that it’s…
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Chrissy Fox Opens Up About the Realities of Breastfeeding
Parenting Chrissy Fox Gets Real About Life as a Breastfeeding Mom Get Pregnant Fast Chrissy Fox has voiced what many new mothers are experiencing: breastfeeding is no walk in the park. While it’s often portrayed as a beautiful and natural process, the reality can be quite different. It may take time to master, it can…
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Essential Advice for New Moms: What You Really Need to Hear
Get Pregnant Fast It’s only been two months since my little one arrived, and already I find myself in a familiar scene: rocking in a plush glider a tad too fast, holding a fussy baby, and grappling with a wave of anxiety. New motherhood is a whirlwind of fluctuating hormones, unexpected fears, and overwhelming self-doubt.…
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Don’t Trust the Memories of Moms with Older Kids—We All Suffer from Momnesia
Get Pregnant Fast When I reflect on my 15-year-old daughter’s early days, I picture her as an exceptionally charming little one. Sure, she wasn’t the best sleeper, but overall, she was a pretty easygoing baby. As a toddler, I could set her down with a pile of board books, and she would page through them…
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The Unmatched Bond of Mom Friends
Get Pregnant Fast When my friend Lisa became the first of my close companions to welcome a baby, I was both excited and bewildered. After she delivered her adorable son in June 2014, I made a trip to the hospital, brought her a homemade dinner, and dropped by after work occasionally to cuddle her little…
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Don’t Cry, Mom: The Emotional Journey of New Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast As you prepare for your first child, it’s easy to get caught up in the tangible aspects of motherhood: the size of your growing belly, the nursery setup, the hospital choice for delivery, and the car seat you’ll use to bring your little one home. All of these details matter, of course.…