Tag: resilience
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Shannon McCall Shares Heartfelt Update on Her Final Round of Chemotherapy
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching Instagram post, actress Shannon McCall recently shared a significant milestone in her battle against breast cancer—her final chemotherapy treatment. Since her diagnosis nearly two years ago, Shannon has been remarkably open about her journey, detailing the struggles and triumphs associated with radiation and chemotherapy. In her latest post, she…
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Embracing My Son’s Scars: A Journey of Acceptance
Get Pregnant Fast It has been a year since my son came into my life, and as I cradle my vibrant, giggling one-year-old, a wave of admiration washes over me. I gaze into his warm brown eyes, then shift my focus to his chubby, discolored cheeks, and finally rest my sight on the pink scar…
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5 Important Messages for Your ‘Outsider’ Child
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often find ourselves looking at our children through two lenses: the caring adult who sees a fragile little being we’ve nurtured, and the lens of our own childhood memories, some of which may be painful. When our kids stand out—perhaps due to learning challenges like dyslexia or a passion…
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Your Child Will Bring You Joy (Even If It Doesn’t Feel Like It Right Now)
Get Pregnant Fast During my pregnancy, I consulted with several healthcare professionals over multiple appointments, primarily concerning my mental health and the overwhelming emotions that came with an unexpected pregnancy. Each expert had their own approach to reassuring me that once my child arrived, my life would be transformed and the challenges of pregnancy would…
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Motherhood Has Made Me Stronger
Get Pregnant Fast Motherhood has transformed me into a stronger version of myself. It has dissected me, shattered my preconceived notions, and reshaped me into a more resilient individual. I am a mother, and I have become as tough as nails. This wasn’t always my reality. When my first child was born, I was inexperienced,…
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The Face of Unyielding Resolve: A Mother’s Courage
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of powerful imagery, one photograph from the protests following the tragic deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile has captured hearts and sparked conversations around the globe. This is the essence of resilience. This resilience doesn’t come clad in armor or driven by force; it’s a strength that cannot…
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A Heartfelt Letter to My Tweens: Life Lessons for You
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Kids, In the unfortunate event that I don’t make it back from my hot yoga class tomorrow (thanks to some questionable decisions from my so-called “friends”), I have penned down a few invaluable lessons I want you to carry with you through life. With love,Mom Never Be a Jerk. This might…
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Boston Father Takes Kids to Marathon, Principal Denies Absence Excuse
Get Pregnant Fast In an inspiring turn of events, Pennsylvania dad and radio host Jake Thompson qualified for this year’s Boston Marathon and was determined to have his nine-year-old twins there to support him as he crossed the finish line. The Thompson family decided to transform this significant sporting occasion into a family getaway. Jake…