Tag: parenting journey
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How Staying Home Affected My Marriage: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast I remember standing after an evening filled with intellectual conversations, contemplating my future. “I’ll finish this year,” I declared, “but I won’t return. I want to be home with the baby.” My husband, Jake, nodded in agreement, and just like that, I made the decision to leave my PhD program behind to…
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Chrissy and Jake: “We’re Expecting!”
Get Pregnant Fast In an exciting announcement reminiscent of their own journey, Chrissy and Jake recently shared via social media that they are expecting their first child. This joyful news comes after a candid discussion about their fertility challenges, highlighting that the road to parenthood can be a winding one, even for those in the…
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9 Unique Ideas for Announcing Your Pregnancy to Family
Get Pregnant Fast Once you’ve received that exciting news and had it confirmed by your doctor, the next big question is: how do you share this amazing moment with your loved ones? Whether you’re starting your parenting journey for the first time or welcoming another little one into your family, revealing your pregnancy is a…
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Navigating Parenthood Without a Guide
Get Pregnant Fast Today was one of those days when the absence of my dad felt especially heavy. I had a doctor’s appointment where I discussed some minor health concerns and shared my aspirations for the future. All I wanted was to call him and share the news. We used to chat multiple times a…
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14 Overlooked Milestones in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast We often celebrate the big milestones in our children’s lives: the first time they sleep through the night, take their first steps, or tackle potty training. Each of these moments brings a wave of relief and joy. But what about those quieter, less recognized achievements that make the parenting journey just a…
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Don’t Let Infertility Turn You Into a Bitter Woman
Get Pregnant Fast When I turned 33, an unexpected pregnancy prompted my partner and me to have the “what’s next for us?” conversation. Though unplanned, this pregnancy made us realize our love and commitment to each other. So, we thought, “Why not?” But then came the miscarriage. A few months later, I was pregnant again,…
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Did I Seriously Just Say That?
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is an adventure filled with oddities, not just from our kids but from ourselves too. That’s exactly why I was drawn to a series of amusing prints created by Jake Weller, a graphic designer and father of four energetic boys from Ohio. I can’t believe I’ve uttered these phrases! For example,…
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New Moms, Don’t Confuse My Parenting Journey with Expertise
Get Pregnant Fast As a soon-to-be mom of four, I had an enlightening moment leaving a diner, my two-year-old in tow. In the entryway, I spotted a couple with a newborn. I smiled and offered a genuine, “Congratulations!” When my husband arrived with our older kids, the new dad’s eyes widened in admiration. “Wow, that’s…