Tag: friendship
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What I Learned When My Friend Confessed to an Affair
Get Pregnant Fast One evening, my longtime friend, Sarah, showed up at my door looking utterly distraught. She revealed that she had been having an affair on her husband of 20 years. Despite having a son together, Sarah felt trapped in a marriage that had stopped making her feel alive long ago. She was in…
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8 Things Single Moms Wish Their Friends Knew
Get Pregnant Fast Single mothers come in various forms, each with unique stories and experiences. However, we often share certain challenges that can test the strength of our friendships. If you have a single mom in your life, here are eight things she might want to express to you: I Feel Alone in This Journey.…
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I Was Ghosted by a Friend
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: August 3, 2023 Originally Published: May 21, 2023 A few months after my son was born, we relocated to a larger house in a different neighborhood. While I was thrilled about the spacious yard and the extra room, I soon realized that my new street was devoid of fellow stay-at-home moms.…
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I Have Mom Friends, But I’m Seeking a Real Mom Tribe: Here’s Why It Matters
Get Pregnant Fast When my children were toddlers, our little group consisted of six to eight moms. We gathered every Monday morning at Sarah’s house, kids in tow—some in strollers, others just starting to walk, while the older ones dashed around, showing the younger ones how to climb stair gates. Each week, we brought food…
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Why I Engage in Political Conversations with Friends Who Disagree with Me
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve never shied away from tough discussions. I thrive on debates, and I find it hard to remain silent when passionate topics arise. Some might call me assertive or opinionated, but I see myself as someone eager to partake in meaningful, thought-provoking dialogue. This includes political discussions. I’m not deterred by the…
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How to Embrace Your Inner Confidence and Other Life Lessons from ‘The Golden Girls’
Get Pregnant Fast In a world filled with overwhelming negativity, I recently found solace in an old favorite: The Golden Girls. As I settled in to watch, I was instantly transported back to carefree moments spent with my grandma, sharing laughter over this iconic show. Within minutes, I found myself chuckling at the delightful misadventures…
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What True Friendship Looks Like After Your First Child
Get Pregnant Fast After my close friend, Lisa, welcomed her first child and just before I had mine, I started to notice a significant shift in our phone calls. The dynamic we once shared was changing, almost as if we were characters in a surreal love triangle, where I was having a conversation with Lisa…