Tag: community support
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Miscarriage: A Universal Heartache Bridging All Identities
Get Pregnant Fast The journey to parenthood can be filled with unexpected twists and profound grief, a sentiment I’ve come to understand intimately. Just last year, I experienced a miscarriage that reshaped my understanding of loss and love. This pregnancy was not anticipated. In fact, the idea of it seemed far-fetched as I underwent hormone…
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Mother Posts Photos of Her Son Playing in the Same Spot as Boy Attacked by Alligator
Get Pregnant Fast A recent tragedy at a Disney resort in Orlando has sparked a wave of emotions and discussions online. A two-year-old boy was tragically taken by an alligator while playing near a lagoon, an event that no parent ever wants to imagine. In the wake of this incident, Laura Hendricks, a mother whose…
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We Need a Follow-Up to the Women’s March—Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast For anyone catching up on the news Monday, it might feel like our nation is spiraling into chaos. The FBI’s Director made it clear to the House Intelligence Committee that an investigation into President Johnson’s connections with Russia is underway. Meanwhile, the President took to Twitter with his usual fervor. Combating this…
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Navigating Parenthood in an Era of Oversharing
Get Pregnant Fast “Trust yourself. You know more than you think you do.” —Dr. Benjamin Spock Writing about parenting today is no easy feat. If you’re like me, you’re a parent navigating the complex landscape of oversharing. You know what I mean—those cheerful Facebook posts celebrating your child’s graduation, the perfectly filtered Instagram snapshot of…
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Chilling Incident in Minnesota: A Family’s Disturbing Experience
Get Pregnant Fast In a bewildering incident in Minnesota, a family with young children found themselves on the receiving end of a chilling anonymous note. The letter ominously stated, “The children look delicious. May I have a taste?” Naturally, this unnerved the family, prompting them to alert the authorities and share their experience in a…
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Trans Friends, You’re Welcome to Share the Restroom with Me
Get Pregnant Fast The women’s restroom is a cherished sanctuary. It’s where we relieve ourselves, manage our menstrual products, and navigate the often messy realities of womanhood. We touch up our makeup, check our hair, and engage in lighthearted gossip. More importantly, we find a moment of privacy and comfort. Behind that sacred sign marked…
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Volunteers Dress NICU Babies as Holiday Gifts for Their Families
Get Pregnant Fast As the holiday season approaches, a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in Kansas City, Missouri, is spreading cheer by dressing premature infants as delightful presents for their parents. This heartwarming initiative, organized by nurses at St. Luke’s Hospital in collaboration with volunteers from March of Dimes, brings a touch of festive spirit…
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My Son’s Challenge to Kindness: A Call to Action
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom, why can’t everyone just be kind?” This heartfelt question arose after a routine visit to the dentist for my son’s semi-annual checkup. Our family is fortunate to be surrounded by wonderful people, yet sometimes, we encounter those whose words and actions can sting. When venturing out, you never know how others…