Tag: anxiety
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Quiz: Assessing Your Fear of Feedback and Criticism
Get Pregnant Fast Take a moment to evaluate how you typically respond to feedback by completing the quiz below. Afterward, don’t miss Dr. Mitchell’s insightful strategies for managing feedback like a pro. Receiving feedback is crucial for personal and professional growth, yet many individuals grapple with anxiety around it. This fear can hinder progress toward…
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A Life-Changing Incident That Made Me Question My Worth as a Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a rollercoaster of emotions, and sometimes, it can take a single, terrifying incident to make you feel like you’ve failed as a mom. I’m sharing my story in hopes of resonating with others who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, and guilt. When accidents happen, parents often face harsh…
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The Reality of Being a Type-A Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Every day starts with me reminding myself, “Be kind to yourself.” I aspire to live in the moment, enjoy the aroma of my coffee, and embrace my children without being swept away by the endless list of tasks demanding my attention. Sure, being a Type-A mom has its advantages. I accomplish a…
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Statistics That Once Brought Comfort, Now Challenge Me as a Mother
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Carter My journey into motherhood didn’t start as I had planned. My first pregnancy ended in an early miscarriage, leaving me with overwhelming sadness and confusion. It was difficult to process the loss, as I hadn’t fully embraced the idea of becoming a parent yet. Just three months later, I…
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Anxiety is Stealing My Son’s Joyful Childhood
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom! Dad’s here!” my son shouted, a tremor of panic in his voice. At 11, Nathan still feels anxious about spending weekends with his father. I grabbed his bag and enveloped him in a warm hug, kissing his freckled forehead. “You know I’ll call first thing in the morning—no later than 8:30,…
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5 Ways My Anxiety Makes Me Extraordinary
Get Pregnant Fast From a young age, I’ve battled anxiety. I often found myself trapped in a whirlwind of obsessive thoughts about school, friendships, and the fear of getting into trouble. As a teenager, I developed various phobias, including a fear of flying and agoraphobia. The events of 9/11, which I experienced firsthand in New…
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When You Find It Hard to Connect with Your Anxious Child
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom…” my son begs, his voice quivering. “I feel so anxious.” He shakes his hands a few times, almost as if trying to physically rid himself of his unease. He breathes deeply through his nose, exhaling through his mouth, a technique we’ve practiced together. I inhale deeply as well. “It’s going to…
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We Are Not Alone in Our Struggles with Depression and Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 1, 2023 Originally Published: July 27, 2023 I can’t claim to speak for everyone, but I know I’m not alone in my battle. I’ve been grappling with my mental health for quite some time, and the moment has finally arrived for me to take action. Anxiety has been a part…
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Embracing the Imperfections of Childhood: My Parenting Philosophy
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, my childhood was anything but stable. My family moved frequently, leading me to attend seven different elementary schools across six towns. From the East Coast to the West Coast, my formative years were filled with transitions. My parents divorced when I was just 8, and my father’s quick remarriage only…
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Navigating Pregnancy with Medication: My Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast When my partner and I began planning for a baby, I was convinced that I needed to discontinue my medication. I believed this was the right choice for my future child, but what followed was a challenging ordeal. Throughout my pregnancy, I faced relentless panic, crippling anxiety, obsessive thoughts, and an overwhelming…