Tag: self-love
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Why I Stopped Asking “Why Me?”
Get Pregnant Fast Sometimes, I find myself trapped in a cycle of self-pity, plagued by the question of “Why me?” Why did my marriage collapse? Statistically, it seemed like a solid foundation. We spent three years dating before getting engaged, and I waited until I was 27 to tie the knot. I became a mother…
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How Parenthood Is Guiding Me Toward Self-Love
Get Pregnant Fast Many new parents hear the same message: the love you have for your child is unmatched and profound. This sentiment rings true for anyone who has experienced parenthood. The affection we hold for our children is pure and uncomplicated. I’ve never felt a love as deep as the one I have for…
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How Pregnancy Transformed My Body Image
Get Pregnant Fast I remember the days of standing in front of the mirror during my teenage years, scrutinizing the changes my body underwent. I’d lean in, trying to squeeze my A-cups together to create a hint of cleavage, and tug at the skin of my thighs, longing for the long, slender legs of my…
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Living in a Body That Doesn’t Reflect My True Self
Get Pregnant Fast A year ago, I managed to shed around 30 pounds for what felt like the umpteenth time. During that period, my father visited and casually dropped a comment that left me feeling shocked, hurt, and frankly, quite irritated. Let me clarify: my dad is a decent guy whom I love dearly. He…
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Your Belly is Beautiful: Embracing Change and Growth
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom, your belly is kind of big there,” my four-year-old remarked, her tiny finger playfully poking my midsection. For a brief moment, I felt a rush of defensiveness surge within me. “Actually, it’s not fat,” I thought about replying, my inner voice echoing the insecurities I’ve battled for years. But I held…
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Breaking the Cycle of Self-Doubt for Our Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast The other day, while browsing the clearance section at a popular store, I overheard two teenage girls chatting in the fitting room next to me. Their laughter quickly turned into a conversation that sent chills down my spine. One girl lamented, “I’d look so much better if I was as skinny as…
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An Open Letter to Women in Their 40s from Your Unwanted Skinny Jeans
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Fabulous 40-Something Women, I need to get something off my seams, and it’s about time we have a heart-to-heart. Let’s be honest—I think you may have developed a bit of a dislike for me, and I can’t blame you. You first catch a glimpse of me while navigating the aisles at…
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My Partner Is a Divine Being, And So Are You
Get Pregnant Fast My partner is a divine being, though she often doesn’t see it. But she is. And let me tell you, all of you are divine beings too, even if you don’t recognize it. You might not realize it, but you’re radiant even at the crack of dawn when you’re dashing out the…
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Embracing My Body: A Journey to Self-Love at Nearly 40
Get Pregnant Fast As I glance through old photographs from my childhood, particularly those taken during my late elementary school years, I can’t help but see a gangly, awkward girl. She wore oversized T-shirts, often paired with acid-wash jeans and a disastrous perm, desperately trying to cloak her developing form. I was taller than most…