Tag: personal growth
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How Depression Shapes My Journey as a Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Living with depression has often made me feel like I’m falling short as a friend, sister, daughter, and wife. There have been times when I’ve isolated myself from those I love, retreating to the bathroom—why is it always the bathroom?—to hide behind locked doors. I curl up on the cold floor, enveloped…
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Thank You, Mom: A New Perspective on Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast “How did you manage it, Mom? How did you figure out how to be such an incredible mother?” “I didn’t really,” you replied. “I just poured all my love into you.” As I gaze at my three-week-old daughter, I recall those words you shared with me years ago. Each time she coos,…
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Navigating the Journey of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mom, as my little one likes to say, is “a big job.” No one really prepared me for the whirlwind of motherhood; it’s truly a “learn as I go” experience. Yet, I wouldn’t trade it for the world. Sure, I might joke about selling my kids on eBay to the…
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What I Discovered in My 24 Hours of Highlights
Get Pregnant Fast There were times when I couldn’t help but feel a pang of envy watching my friends effortlessly switch up their hairstyles, while I remained attached to my long, familiar locks. Over the years, my hair morphed into more than just a style; it became a part of my identity. My natural hair…
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3 Reasons You’re More Resilient Growing Up with a Single Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Reflecting on my own upbringing, I realize how profoundly my experiences shaped me. I have two vivacious daughters who bring joy to my life every day, and while I have a supportive partner by my side, my childhood was quite different. My mom, a strong and determined woman, raised me and my…
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Facing My Fear of Death: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Most of us tend to shy away from the topic of death. It’s a subject that often evokes discomfort or fear. Personally, I’ve never been particularly afraid of dying. I understand that death is an unavoidable part of life, a universal truth that we all share. Growing up, I developed a healthy…
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Just For Today, Embrace the Mom You Are
By Jessica Harper Get Pregnant Fast Motherhood is the ultimate equalizer. Regardless of socioeconomic status or age, every mother shares in the beautifully chaotic journey of raising children. No matter how well you think you’re managing, I bet you’re feeling utterly exhausted and know firsthand what real struggle feels like. Ironically, motherhood is also the…
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Screw You, To-Do List
Get Pregnant Fast I wake up each day ready to conquer my to-do list. “Today’s the day I’m going to crush it!” I cheer myself on. I envision a productive day ahead, filled with accomplishments and a sense of satisfaction. Yet, I also promised myself to quit sugar, and well, we know how that story…
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The Notable Differences Between Being 30 and 39
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat in the back of a hotel shuttle, I casually mentioned my age to the twentysomething driver. His eyes widened, and he exclaimed, “No way! You’re 39?!” After a sip of wine during dinner, I felt ready to share a bit about myself. “Yes, I’m proud of my age,” I…
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10 Things You’ll Never Do Again Once You Become a Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Once upon a time, you were a carefree individual with plenty of sleep and a budget for spontaneous indulgences, not to mention stylish footwear. Then, motherhood knocked on your door, and suddenly, your world was turned upside down. Goodbye to sushi, hot dogs, and that well-deserved glass of wine. While some of…