Tag: challenges
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The Annoying Phrase About Parenthood That Grinds My Gears
Get Pregnant Fast “Just wait until you have kids.” Even as a parent, this phrase sends shivers down my spine. Recently, while juggling my daughter at the grocery store, a fellow shopper casually remarked, “Just wait until you have two!” At first glance, it seemed innocent enough, but a flurry of thoughts rushed through my…
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This Is Marriage…After Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Romantic relationships remind me of the clothes hanging in my closet; stay with me, it’ll all connect. When you first start dating, that relationship is akin to a sizzling pair of leather pants — exciting, intense, and perhaps a bit uncomfortable in the heat of the moment. As time passes, the relationship…
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The Collective Spirit of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Motherhood comes in a kaleidoscope of experiences, perspectives, and circumstances. We aren’t born into this role, despite what our children might say—some of us just seem to navigate it with more finesse than others. Our wisdom isn’t packaged neatly; it’s crafted through observation, resilience, and life’s challenges. We find ourselves on the…
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7 Ways Toddlers Assert Their Little Tyrant Status
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real: toddlers can be downright outrageous. They operate on a completely different wavelength, where your needs take a backseat to their whims. When you fail to meet their demands—like cooking dinner only for them to declare, “I HATE THIS STUPID SOUP!”—you’re likely in for some drama. Expect a range of…
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11 Surprising Parallels Between Motherhood and The Walking Dead
Get Pregnant Fast As I settled onto the couch last night after putting my son to sleep, my mother, visiting for the week, glanced at the screen in disbelief. “Your favorite show is about zombies? How can you relate to that?” she exclaimed. Little did she know, the trials of motherhood and the chaos of…
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7 Surprising Realizations About Newborns You’ll Only Understand After Raising a Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast Life with a newborn can often feel like an endless cycle of fatigue, diaper changes, and late-night feedings. You’re thrown into the deep end of parenthood, and let’s be honest, it can feel overwhelming. However, once you transition into the world of toddlerhood, you might find yourself reminiscing about those seemingly simple…
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A Mother’s Prayer: Please Don’t Let Me Mess This Up
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Higher Power, Cosmic Force, or any benevolent entity up there who might actually be tuning in, unlike my kids: I find myself on my knees, seeking your guidance in this challenging journey of motherhood. Yes, I might be simultaneously scrubbing dried oatmeal from the carpet, but don’t confuse my multitasking for…
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Dear Parent Who Enjoys Snow Days
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: November 30, 2016 Originally Published: January 24, 2013 Dear Parent Who Enjoys Snow Days, I genuinely like you. I really do. However, I find it hard to comprehend your enthusiasm. You seem like an ordinary person until a snow day is announced, and suddenly, you’re all smiles and cheer. I’m starting…