Tag: family
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What Nobody Tells You About Fatherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Let me share a little insight into the unspoken truths of becoming a dad. We often hear the basics about welcoming a baby into your life: Caring for an infant can be a whirlwind of emotions, and yes, you might find yourself covered in baby powder and dealing with unexpected showers. Your…
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Why I’m Grateful I Waited Until Motherhood to Get My First Tattoo
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: April 22, 2021 Originally Published: September 28, 2015 When my best friend and I hit the big 4-0, we found ourselves in a remote location that only GPS could pinpoint. Yet, like many small towns, ours boasted a bar, a convenience store, and a Chinese restaurant. To mark this milestone, we…
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The Exhausting Reality of Parenting a Toddler While Pregnant
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, many seasoned mothers will extol the benefits of having children close in age. “They’ll bond better the closer they are!” is a common sentiment. Some even suggest that a three-year gap is the ideal scenario. However, there are unspoken truths about the experience of being pregnant while…
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Not All Easter Candy is Created Equal, Friends
Get Pregnant Fast On Easter morning back in 1987, I leaped out of bed and raced to my Easter basket. While I had long outgrown my belief in the Easter Bunny, my parents still cherished the tradition. As I eagerly examined the vibrant eggs and candy in my basket, I spotted the ultimate treasure: a…
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Parenting Without Parents: The Unmatched Void
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Mom and Dad, It’s been quite a while since we last connected, and I find myself unsure of what you may have heard or felt during this time. I married Jake a few summers back, and on March 15, 2013, I received the news that would change everything—I was pregnant! My…
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Watching My Boys Outpace Me: A Journey of Motherhood and Running
Get Pregnant Fast It was an unforgettable October morning in 2002—my first marathon day. Under normal circumstances, the absence of my period would have caused a stir, but that day, I felt a wave of relief. I wouldn’t have to deal with it while tackling 26.2 miles through the streets of Chicago. After all, I…
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5 Things You’ll Need to Let Go of When Embracing Adoption
Get Pregnant Fast As a proud mom of three wonderful children, all of whom joined our family shortly after birth, I can tell you that the adoption journey is as rewarding as it is challenging. With my Type A tendencies, I found the unpredictability of adoption particularly difficult to navigate. Each new child has taught…
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12 Insights Gained in Just Six Weeks of Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the journey of new parenthood can be an overwhelming experience. You may have delved into numerous books and websites filled with contradictory advice, not to mention the well-intentioned but often frustrating suggestions from friends and family. It can feel like you’re trying to solve a puzzle while blindfolded. So, let me…
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The Anxiety of Being Forgotten: A Reflection on Memory and Loss
Get Pregnant Fast “Oh, it doesn’t matter—Lynn or Lynne, either works,” I replied. “You must be one or the other!” she pressed. “How did your parents pronounce it?” I opened my mouth to respond, then hesitated. To my dismay, I couldn’t recall. It shocks me to realize that it’s been 15 years since my mother…
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The Internet Can’t Stop Talking About This Child Actor’s Attractive Dad
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent buzz from the Golden Globes, nine-year-old child star Noah Grant captured everyone’s attention – but it was his dad who really stole the show. The annual awards ceremony is a feast for those who appreciate handsome men, as the red carpet is filled with dapper actors in their finest…