Tag: career
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Mastering the Art of Balancing Work and Family Life
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the complexities of work and family life can feel overwhelming, especially for those of us with young kids. When my second child arrived, I eagerly returned to my job, excited to be back in the thriving environment of my profession, convinced that motherhood wouldn’t hinder my ambitions. Yet, just days into…
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Revisiting My Lost Love: New York City, A Lifetime Later
Get Pregnant Fast Her collection of meticulously arranged photographs—a vintage sepia truck, a fox donned in a suit, a striking black-and-white shot of a wheat sheaf—tease me from the walls of her charming Brooklyn apartment. These images, alongside her extensive library of classic literature and an impressive assortment of vintage vinyl near an old turntable,…
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I’m Not Apologizing for Wanting to Reclaim My Career
Get Pregnant Fast If I had the chance to redo my journey, I would think twice about becoming a stay-at-home mom (SAHM). There, I said it. Now, before you jump to conclusions, let me clarify. Thirteen years ago, when I decided to devote my time to raising my first child, it felt like the best…
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Balancing Act: A Working Mom’s Journey of Love for Family and Career
Get Pregnant Fast As a working mom, I find myself in a constant dance, trying to balance my unwavering love for both my family and my career. My professional journey has been a labor of love — I juggled a full-time job while pursuing a master’s degree, undertook numerous internships, and miraculously landed my dream…
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Julianne Wright: ‘I Hope I’m a Good Mother’
Get Pregnant Fast In a candid discussion with lifestyle writer Lisa Harper, actress Julianne Wright opened up about her experiences as a working mother, the challenges of rejection in her career, and the values that matter most to her. When you wrapped filming on such an intense project, was it difficult to leave that character…
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Why I Wish I’d Continued Working When My Kids Were Young
Get Pregnant Fast Reflecting on my life seven years ago, I often share a critical lesson with friends who are considering starting families later in life: don’t rush into leaving your job after having a baby. My own choice to step away was far too impulsive. When my first child arrived, I was thriving in…
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New Moms Must Be Superhuman to Balance Careers, and It’s Not Right
Get Pregnant Fast This year, a powerful image circulated the internet of artist Mia Rivera, who managed to work while tandem breastfeeding her newborn twins. Her photo sent a strong message: motherhood doesn’t have to hinder professional aspirations. While I admire Mia’s determination, I can’t help but feel that this narrative isn’t addressing the core…
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9 Reasons Life in Your 40s Beats Your 20s
Get Pregnant Fast As you transition from your 20s to your 40s, you might hear older folks claim that you’re entering “the best years of your life.” Back then, I often felt lost in a sea of career uncertainty and relationship woes, leading me to question if things would only get tougher. Thankfully, I can…
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9 Reflections on My Time as a Stay-at-Home Mom
Get Pregnant Fast When I made the life-altering choice to leave my career and embrace the role of a stay-at-home mom, it was a decision I took on my own. There were no advisors, no real estate agents, and certainly no travel agents guiding me through this personal journey. It was just me, contemplating the…