Tag: relationships
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A Letter to My Younger Self
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Younger Me, You might not recognize the person I’ve become—these fine lines around my eyes tell tales of countless smiles, and my body has changed as I embraced the journey of motherhood after raising five wonderful children. Each scar on my belly is a testament to the beauty of this experience,…
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What Every Dad of a Daughter Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast When you find out you’re having a girl, you might hear the same refrain: “Oh man, you’re in trouble!” Followed by a barrage of warnings: “Just wait until she starts crawling!” “Oh, the terrible twos are coming!” “Wait until she’s a teenager!” The list goes on, filled with clichés that can feel…
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How Bruce Springsteen Transformed My Life
Get Pregnant Fast I recently celebrated a milestone: my 30th anniversary of attending my very first concert. And no, it’s not for my marriage—I’m approaching 14 wonderful years with my partner, thanks for asking! I’m talking about that unforgettable night when I stepped into the vibrant world of live music. Do you remember your first…
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10 Insights Gained from Raising Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mother can be both a challenging and fulfilling journey. As my youngest son hits 16, I’ve learned some valuable lessons about raising boys that I’d like to share with you. 1. Choose Your Battles Wisely In a home filled with boys, you’ll find the toilet seat perpetually up, towels tossed…
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What It’s Really Like Living with a Younger Partner
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating a relationship with a younger partner can be an enlightening experience, filled with both charm and challenges. I find myself on one side of a generational divide—I’m Generation X, while my partner, Jake, is firmly rooted in Generation Y. This four-year age gap might seem trivial, but it often feels like…
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A Heartfelt Thanks to All the Dads Who Embrace Fatherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real for a moment—some days my partner and I hardly exchange a word. With two kids, a full-time job, a side gig, and minimal support for childcare or household chores, we often find ourselves overwhelmed. Our lives are filled with joy; our two little ones bring us immense fulfillment. Yet,…
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Navigating the Postpartum Journey: The Unspoken Truths
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve never been one to keep track of dates. Important reminders like Thanksgiving being the fourth Thursday of November or the fact that New Year’s Day is just a week after Christmas slip my mind like water through a sieve. If you know when the Harvest Moon rises or when Daylight Saving…
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3 Common Mistakes I Make in My Relationship (And You Might Too)
Get Pregnant Fast Throughout four years of exploring the intricacies of relationships, I’ve delved deep into the latest research on what makes love last and what can mend it when it falters. I’ve consumed countless books, attended enlightening lectures, and watched a multitude of videos, absorbing more knowledge than I sometimes know how to apply…
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Is Jack Thompson the Ultimate Husband?
Get Pregnant Fast In a candid conversation with contributor Sarah Lane, actor Jack Thompson, now 65, shares insights about his latest role, life with a household of women, and the secrets behind his enduring marriage to actress Emma Brooks. You have a brief yet entertaining role in the upcoming film “The Therapist.” Is it less…
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How Mother-Daughter Bonds Transform Over Time
Get Pregnant Fast In the complex tapestry of family dynamics, the relationship between mothers and daughters is particularly fascinating. As I sit at the kitchen table, sipping my coffee while my daughter Ella prepares to head out with friends, she shares a thought that’s both amusing and a little unsettling. “You know, Mom, I read…