Tag: love
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My Kindergartner is Questioning Existence. How Should I Respond?
Get Pregnant Fast At just five years old, I thought my daughter’s biggest worries would revolve around what I would pack for her lunch or her latest obsession with elusive toys like Shopkins. However, she recently surprised me with a profound question: “Mom, why am I here? What’s the purpose of my existence?” Not only…
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The Type of Friends I Desire
Get Pregnant Fast I yearn for friends who are present, friends who speak the truth. I seek companions who can meet my gaze and tell me when I’m being foolish or unreasonable, yet they love me all the same. I want friends who remind me that even in chaos, there will come a day when…
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20 Essential Life Lessons to Share With My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, there comes a time when you feel the urge to pass on invaluable wisdom to your children. They might not fully appreciate it now, but it’s important to lay down the foundations that will guide them through life. Here’s a collection of insights I’ve gathered that I hope they…
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20 Things I Do for My Kids That I’d Never Do for My Partner
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself thinking, “I’d do anything for my partner.” However, after welcoming our three little ones into the world, I’ve come to realize that this statement might not hold as much weight as I thought. Parenthood often puts us in positions where we find ourselves doing things…
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10 Reasons Why Your Third Pregnancy Is the Best
Get Pregnant Fast For many moms, the thought of welcoming a third child can be intimidating, especially when juggling the chaos of family life. However, as I embrace my own third pregnancy, I’ve realized that there are numerous perks to this experience—especially when it comes to the journey of pregnancy itself. Here are ten compelling…
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Understanding Autism: A Journey of Love and Frustration
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real for a moment. I see you, Autism. Although we haven’t met in person, you’ve been a constant presence in our lives for over a decade. You are complicated and elusive, leaving teachers, therapists, and even my family scratching their heads. You’ve become a part of my reality, and yet…
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An Apology to My Second Child: A Letter of Love and Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little One, As the time of your arrival approached, I found myself reminiscing with family and friends, sharing stories about the joys of motherhood. I had convinced myself that having two children would turn me into a hermit, hiding away from the world. Yet, surprisingly, we adapted, albeit with a few…
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Why I Overemphasize My Kids’ Worth
Get Pregnant Fast They sit on the living room floor, crafting towering structures from colorful blocks, transforming them into fantastical creations. Moments later, they’re off to sketch treasure maps that lead to imaginary worlds hidden in every corner of their play space. One moment they’re building, the next they’re lost in their vibrant imaginations, concocting…
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The Good Old Days Were Nice, But Motherhood is Even Better
Get Pregnant Fast Every so often, my thoughts drift back to simpler times, to the days when I was just me. I can still picture myself perched on the roof late at night, enjoying the breathtaking thunderstorms of Kansas while chatting on the phone. The scent of rain mingling with the warm shingles is a…