Tag: resilience
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Building Resilience in Our Children Means Allowing Them to Experience Setbacks
Get Pregnant Fast When my daughter’s riding instructor, Sarah, calls on a Tuesday morning, I brace myself for unwelcome news. Sarah typically sends a quick text, so a call is out of the ordinary. “Maya had a fall from her horse,” she says, her tone heavy. “Her arm is broken.” Inside, I feel my heart…
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You Are Still a Mom
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to the heart-wrenching phone call or the dreaded knock on the door, I can’t claim to have experienced it myself. Those agonizing minutes, days, weeks, and months of uncertainty can feel unbearable. Each morning, you wake up hoping that it was all just a nightmare. You pass by their…
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Embracing Life Beyond the Tubes of My 1-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast It was just another afternoon in our bustling household. After a quick dash home from work, I opened the door with a flourish, tossed my backpack and purse onto the floor, and beamed at my 1-year-old son, whose pudgy legs swung from his high chair. “Mommy’s home!” I exclaimed, signing “Mommy” by…
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11 Insights Only Military Kids Understand
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up as a military child is a unique experience that shapes one’s outlook on life. The sacrifices made by our parents while serving the country engrain a sense of resilience, adaptability, and cultural awareness in us. Here are 11 things that every military kid can relate to: The “Brat” Label is…
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6 Life Lessons from the Beach
Get Pregnant Fast The beach has always been a sanctuary for me, a place where I seek clarity and a fresh perspective. While many people flock to sandy shores for a getaway, I find my reality check and wisdom in the waves. As I navigate the journey of life, especially as I approach middle age,…
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Finally, A Sport for the Midlife Adventurer
Get Pregnant Fast As we journey through life, we often hear tales of athletes who retire at shockingly young ages. Bo Jackson hung up his cleats at just 28 after a brief but impactful career with the Raiders. Baseball legend Sandy Koufax stepped away from the game at 30, while hockey superstar Bobby Orr called…
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How ‘Boyhood’ Transformed My Bond with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where my time as a single working mother is constantly stretched thin, dedicating twelve hours to a single film might seem excessive. Yet, the profound artistry and depth of ‘Boyhood’ resonated with me, becoming a vital tool for discussing divorce with my children. I would gladly watch it again.…
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I’m a Determined Single Mom Proud to Use Nutrition Assistance
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Young Shopper Behind Me, I see you glancing at my cart. You’re probably overhearing my conversation with the mom in front of me about our kids, school fees, our educational pursuits, and our culinary adventures. You’ve likely noticed the absence of a wedding ring on my finger and the smartphone in…
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To the Resilient Single Parent: You’ve Got This
Get Pregnant Fast There are days when no amount of coffee can quell the exhaustion you face. Just when you wish you had someone to share the load, you realize it’s just you. You’re the one in charge, and that can feel overwhelming. Sometimes, it just doesn’t seem fair—because it really isn’t. Yet, you rise…
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Why I Don’t Believe It’s Unfair That I Have Cancer
Get Pregnant Fast I discovered a lump. Initially, I wasn’t too concerned; I had a cyst in the same area just a year prior that turned out to be harmless. I promptly called my doctor to schedule an appointment. During my visit with the nurse practitioner at my OBGYN’s office, she examined the lump and…