Tag: pregnancy
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What Breaks My Heart Most About Not Having a Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast “You know, even if you had another child, there’s no guarantee it would be a girl,” my mother remarked, her words lacking a hint of sensitivity. I suppose there’s something about the mother-daughter dynamic that promotes this kind of blunt honesty. I’m the proud mother of two energetic, sweet-as-sugar sons. When my…
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Hilarious Video Captures the Untold Realities of Childbirth
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: May 6, 2023 Originally Published: May 6, 2023 When it comes to giving birth, the truth is, nothing can truly prepare you. You might binge-watch every documentary and devour countless books, but when the moment arrives for that baby to make its exit, confusion, panic, and yes, even a little annoyance…
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8 Essential Preparations for Expecting a Baby at 40
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is an exciting journey, and starting this adventure at 40 can bring its own unique set of experiences. As someone who welcomed my first child at 38 and my second at 40, I can assure you that while there are some challenges, the joys of motherhood far outweigh them. Here are…
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10 Surprising Aspects of Undergoing a C-Section
Get Pregnant Fast After experiencing labor at just 35 weeks, I found myself in the hospital, enduring stalled contractions and an unyielding 4 centimeters of dilation. Two weeks later, despite the intense contractions, I wasn’t able to deliver my twins naturally, leading me to the unexpected world of C-sections. While I had done my research,…
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The 5 Emotional Stages of Discovering You’re Expecting Twins
Get Pregnant Fast Finding out you’re pregnant with twins can be one of the most astonishing and surreal experiences for any expectant mother. This revelation can evoke a range of emotions; for some, it’s a moment of pure joy, while for others, it might bring feelings of overwhelm. Personally, it became an emotional journey that…
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Expecting Sports Host Faces Criticism for On-Screen Presence
Get Pregnant Fast In a rather surprising turn of events, a man recently reached out to a television publication to voice his discontent over a pregnant sports host, describing her as “embarrassing and an eyesore.” It seems that for some viewers, the sight of a pregnant woman on their screen can be quite the shocker.…
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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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Navigating the Second Pregnancy Syndrome
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Updated: Aug. 13, 2015 Originally Published: Sep. 22, 2011 During my first pregnancy, the experience consumed my thoughts. I was absorbed in every aspect of it. Every night, I poured over books—guides on pregnancy, newborn care, and the delicate balance of work and motherhood. I indulged in both humorous and…
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I Never Thought a VBAC Was Right for Me — Until My Doctors Changed My Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast I’m a proud mom to 6-year-old twins, and their arrival back in October 2018 was nothing short of chaotic. I had a vaginal delivery for my daughter Emma, but after pushing for an additional hour, I was whisked away for an emergency C-section to bring my son Noah into the world due…