Tag: decision making
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Mastering the Art of Saying ‘No’ in Three Simple Sentences
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all faced those moments when requests and opportunities seem to flood in, while our personal bandwidth is already stretched thin. Whether it’s volunteering for your child’s school event or taking on extra projects at work, the pressure to say yes can be overwhelming. Often, we feel guilt creep in, compelling us…
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The Third-Child Conundrum: Navigating Parenthood Decisions
Get Pregnant Fast “Should I have a third child?” is a question that echoes through my blog daily. It’s a dilemma many parents face, and the answer can feel elusive unless you’ve made a definitive choice. I remember grappling with this very question, caught in a whirlwind of emotions until I finally made the leap.…
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The Type of Parent I’d Be If No One Were Watching
Get Pregnant Fast The ATM at the corner convenience store is no more than 20 feet from my car, parked right outside. It’s a quiet Thursday morning at 9:45 a.m.—that sweet spot between the hustle of the morning rush and the impending lunchtime crowd. Just a few other customers are around, some filling up their…
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Why I’m Grateful We Allowed Our Daughter to Stop Music Lessons
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to musical talent, our eldest daughter, Mia, truly stands out. While many parents may claim their children are gifted, Mia’s abilities are extraordinary. She has an uncanny knack for picking up instruments and effortlessly producing melodies. As a toddler, she would harmonize with lullabies I sang, completely unprompted. She…
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Conflicted Feelings About Expanding the Family: Infertility, Indecision, and Indifference
Get Pregnant Fast “Mommy, are you going to have a baby?” “Mommy, why are there two seats in this cart?” “If I had a baby brother, I’d be the best big sister!” “Mommy, look, I’m pretending to be pregnant!” “Why does she have a baby sister and I don’t?” “Mommy, when I go to sleep,…
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The Ultimate Guide to Childhood Pets and Their Drawbacks
Get Pregnant Fast So, it’s finally happened: your kid has asked for a pet. Is that a great moment? Let me cut to the chase: no, it’s not. When your child asks for a furry friend, what they’re really inquiring about is whether you would like to take on the responsibility of caring for an…
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17 Things Moms Will Always Say ‘Yes’ To
Get Pregnant Fast When you’re a mom, each day can feel like a marathon—the morning rush, work or childcare, and then the final sprint of dinner, bath, storytime, and bed. It can be exhausting! However, there are a few things that could ease the daily grind, if only someone would step up and offer them.…
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5 Effective Strategies for Improving Your Sleep Quality
Get Pregnant Fast Are you struggling to catch enough z’s? You might not want to hear the unsettling truth: a growing body of research indicates that insufficient sleep can render us ineffective and even shorten our lifespan. A recent study from Washington State University highlights how a lack of sleep can severely impair our decision-making…