Tag: emotional health
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Navigating Divorce Without Harming Your Children
Get Pregnant Fast Divorce is rarely easy, but it’s a reality for many families. In the U.S., the divorce rate for first marriages hovers between 40% and 50%, and it tends to rise with each subsequent marriage. While some may embrace the change—like my friend Sarah, who threw a lavish party to mark her divorce—many…
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The Top 5 Essential Reads for Parents of Teens: Insights from a Fellow Mom
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom who has navigated the tumultuous waters of parenting teenagers, I’ve discovered a handful of books that have provided invaluable guidance. Here are five standout titles that have helped me along the way: Healing the Fractured Connection: A 90-Day Guide to Restoring Your Relationship with Your Teen, by Sarah Thompson…
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To My Dear Friend Battling Cancer: A Heartfelt Message
Get Pregnant Fast A little over a year ago, you received the life-altering news of your breast cancer diagnosis. While the term “life-changing” may seem overused, it truly encapsulates the profound impact this has had on both you and those who love you. I owe you an apology for the delay in sharing my thoughts.…
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Surgeon’s Heartfelt Reflections on Losing Young Patients Captures Hearts Online
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent post that has touched many, a photo and narrative shared by Humans of New York features Dr. James R. Thompson, a leading Pediatric Surgeon at St. Lawrence Medical Center. The emotional gravity of his story about losing young patients to illness has struck a chord across social media platforms.…
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Miscarriage, Times Two
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting | Miscarriage, Times Two By Sarah Thompson Updated: Aug. 3, 2016 Originally Published: Jan. 8, 2014 This photo holds a special place in my heart. It captures a beautiful moment between my son and me, yet it masks the turmoil I was experiencing inside. Just weeks after enduring my second miscarriage…
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Mother’s Candid Reflection Highlights the Need for Boys to Share Their Emotions
Get Pregnant Fast A mother’s heartfelt Facebook post about a moment during her son’s basketball game is a must-read for every parent raising boys. In a world that often pressures boys to “man up” and suppress their emotions, this mom’s experience underscores the importance of allowing boys to express their feelings. Ava Jensen, a digital…
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Can Moms Really Show Their Anger and Be Taken Seriously?
Get Pregnant Fast I often find myself grappling with anger. It can start as a mild annoyance—like when someone puts an empty egg carton back in the fridge after using the last egg—grow into frustration, such as when I realize childcare costs more than my rent, and sometimes explode into full-blown rage at the ridiculous…
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Deep Breaths: Navigating the Emotional Waves of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Every now and then, those nagging doubts creep in. Am I doing this right? Am I failing her? Will I somehow mess her up for life? We have a daughter who often struggles with her temper. There was a time when it felt like I was tiptoeing around a minefield, trying to…
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Embracing Medication: A Journey to Understanding My Son and Myself
Get Pregnant Fast For three long years, my partner and I hesitated to medicate our son, Ethan, for his ADHD. Like many parents, we took the route of trying every alternative imaginable first. This approach served two purposes: it shielded us from the judgment of those who might think we were lazy parents for choosing…