Tag: personal growth
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Navigating the Bittersweet Journey of Parenthood: Insights from Emma Watson
Get Pregnant Fast In the whirlwind of parenthood, it’s not uncommon to hear the phrase, “Cherish every moment; it passes so quickly.” For those knee-deep in diaper changes and sleepless nights, this might feel like a cliché. Yet, it truly does feel like time slips away in an instant. As I look at my eldest,…
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11 Changes I’ve Made Since Embracing Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast They say that motherhood transforms a woman in countless ways. Research even suggests that women may experience an increase in intelligence after having children, which, in my case, feels undeniably true (or at least that’s what I tell myself in those quiet moments). My life has taken on a beautiful blend of…
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Why I’ve Changed My Perspective on Mama’s Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 31, 2016 Originally Published: March 4, 2005 As a mother of three energetic boys, I’ve come to embrace the term “Mama’s Boys” with warmth and affection. Once, I viewed this label through a critical lens, associating it with weakness and dependence. I believed that Mama’s Boys were overly soft, submissive,…
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Why I Don’t Feel Regret About My Parenting ‘Mistakes’
Get Pregnant Fast A decade ago, I discovered I was expecting my first child, and what a journey it has been! The past ten years have been filled with a rollercoaster of experiences—highs and lows, challenges and joys, and unexpected revelations. If I paid attention to the myriad of “parenting experts,” I would assume I’ve…
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I’m More Than Just ‘Mom’
Get Pregnant Fast I have two children, but I don’t identify solely as a mother. Let me clarify: my love for them is immense—so deep that I could spend hours just inhaling the scent of their hair. However, being a mother is just one facet of who I am. I invest my energy into parenting…
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Maybe I’m Not Completely Messing Up This Mom Gig
Get Pregnant Fast Last week, I had one of those days. You know the type—the ones where everything feels like an uphill battle, and it seems like the universe is conspiring against you. I was drowning in a mountain of laundry, my house looked like a tornado hit it, and I found myself snapping at…
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20 Essential Dos and Don’ts After a Divorce
Do rediscover your sense of humor—especially about your own quirks. Just maybe keep it off the social media feed for now. Don’t indulge in a nightly ritual of mint chocolate chip ice cream; while it’s tempting, it won’t help your fitness journey (but go ahead and treat yourself every now and then). Do explore the…
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The Day I Strayed from My Parenting Principles
Get Pregnant Fast As a child, I experienced spankings that left a lasting impression on me. I can vividly recall the last time it happened. My cousin and I were engrossed in a game of Girl Talk, and one of the dares prompted us to make a prank call. With the old-school portable phone in…
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Shifting the Focus: A Reflection on Motherhood and Self-Care
Get Pregnant Fast As part of my nightly routine, I tuck my daughters into bed before slipping into the bathroom for some much-needed self-care. It’s in front of the mirror that I confront the nuances of turning 40. I remind myself that noticing the new lines on my face and the more pronounced pores is…