Tag: postpartum
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Let’s Talk About Anything But the End of My Maternity Leave
Get Pregnant Fast There are few things more disheartening than the conclusion of my maternity leave. Sure, binge-watching “The Notebook” during my period or weighing myself right after a buffet feast can be sad, but this? This is on a whole new level. I’ve spent the last several months forging a deep bond with my…
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Navigating the Emotional Journey of Accepting Your Post-Pregnancy Body
Get Pregnant Fast So you’ve just welcomed a new life into the world — congratulations! But as you gaze down at your once firm, bowling-ball-like belly that has transformed into something softer and rounder, you might be feeling a mix of emotions. The reality is that whether you were content with your pre-pregnancy body or…
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Princess or Not, How on Earth Does She Look Like That?
Get Pregnant Fast So, the much-anticipated Royal Baby Watch has concluded, and Kate and Will have welcomed a gorgeous baby girl to their family, joining her big brother, Henry. Like many others, I couldn’t help but let out a few gasps of delight at the first glimpse of the little one. She’s precious. Even more…
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Leggings Are Pants: A Journey of a New Mom
Get Pregnant Fast I vividly recall the days leading up to the birth of my twins, scrolling through Facebook and stumbling upon an article that criticized the unrealistic pressures on women to shed baby weight at lightning speed—thanks to some celebrity moms who seemingly left the hospital looking like they’d never even been pregnant. Seriously?…
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The 5 Stages of Intimacy After Baby
1. Keep Your Distance Get Pregnant Fast This phase kicks off the moment you experience your first contraction and lingers until you begin to enjoy more than five uninterrupted hours of sleep. With sore spots from labor, disposable underwear, and soaking through your pajamas multiple times a night, it’s hard to remember that intimacy was…
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The 7 Stages of Being Cleared for Postpartum Sex
Get Pregnant Fast When contemplating the journey of motherhood, our minds often dwell on the joys that await. Yes, we anticipate sleepless nights and a few physical changes, but the excitement typically revolves around cuddles, coos, and the overwhelming love we’ll shower on our tiny human. The instinctual desire to breathe in that sweet baby…
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I Can See Your Deep Affection for Your Baby
Get Pregnant Fast Having worked closely with numerous new mothers, I’ve seen how overwhelming the postpartum period can be. Feelings of loneliness, sadness, and even resentment often accompany the joy of welcoming a new life. Many mothers grapple with guilt and shame over experiencing what they perceive as “negative” emotions. They know they love their…
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Trainer Faces Criticism for Postpartum Fitness Routine
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent controversy, fitness expert and reality TV star Sarah Williams has come under scrutiny after revealing her postpartum workout routine just four weeks after giving birth to her daughter, Emma. Known for her role on Australia’s version of The Biggest Loser, Sarah’s decision to jump back into her fitness regimen…
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To the Mama at the Gym with the Screaming Baby: Hang In There and Keep Coming Back
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, mama at the gym! I see you, and believe me, I can relate. It’s Friday, and while I hit the gym every day this week, I can’t say I completed a single full workout. Just the other day, my little one managed to have a major diaper blowout right before…
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Navigating Body Changes After Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: June 11, 2016 Originally Published: Oct. 15, 2015 As I stood in the dressing room, staring at my reflection, I felt a wave of emotions swelling up inside me. It seemed so trivial to cry over a fitting room mishap, yet it only intensified my urge to tear up. Despite being…