Tag: emotional healing
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Navigating Guilt and Fear During Pregnancy After a Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast When I experienced my miscarriage in 2007, it was a painful event that felt like a solitary struggle. I remember leaving the doctor’s office after the heartbreaking news and trying to close that chapter of my life. I chose not to share my feelings, understanding that it was a tough topic for…
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My Partner Was Unfaithful, Yet I Chose to Stay
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Jan. 28, 2020 Originally Published: Aug. 31, 2016 I’ve seen infidelity unfold in real life, leading to both breakups and reconciliations. I’ve witnessed countless portrayals of affairs on television, sometimes to the point where I felt desensitized. Conversations with friends have revolved around what we would do if our partners strayed,…
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Coping with the Heartbreak of Miscarriage: A Personal Guide
Get Pregnant Fast Just weeks after conception, I experienced the loss of my first child, leaving me in a state of profound sorrow and confusion. I faced this tumultuous period without guidance, wishing for someone to provide insight on how to navigate such an emotional upheaval. Months later, I endured a second miscarriage. This time,…
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5 Realities of Being an Adult Child of an Alcoholic (ACOA) and a Mother
Get Pregnant Fast I walked into my first Al-Anon meeting at the age of 22, feeling a mix of apprehension and hope. After countless hours searching through self-help books, I came to the painful realization that my personality quirks and dysfunctional traits stemmed from growing up in a household with an alcoholic father. For years,…
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Missing Mom: Four Years of Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 3, 2016 Originally Published: Aug. 28, 2015 Today marks the fourth anniversary of my mother’s passing. It’s hard to believe that 1,460 days have gone by since she left this world. While I’ve learned to navigate my life without her—no longer bursting into tears while making beds, strolling through the…
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An Ectopic Pregnancy Turned My Life Upside Down, And I’m Still Healing
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve always been a private person, but recent events have forced me to reconsider my silence. An unexpected journey brought me to my knees, leaving me in desperate need of support and shared experiences. Unfortunately, every search led me to unsettling conclusions, making me feel like I was on the brink of…
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The Daddy Dilemma: Navigating the Questions of Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: December 14, 2014 Originally Published: September 9, 2012 I find myself fielding the “Daddy Question” about once a week. Initially, it made me cringe—I was uncertain how to respond and worried that a wrong answer might leave my children emotionally scarred for life. I imagined a future where we’d be sitting…
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I Lost My Mother to Postpartum Depression: A Journey of Healing and Awareness
Get Pregnant Fast After recently receiving a diagnosis of postpartum depression (PPD) myself, I felt compelled to connect with other women who have faced similar challenges. Through my blog, I reached out, and the responses were overwhelming. One story, in particular, struck a chord with me—Jessica Turner, a brave young mother, shared her heartbreaking experience…
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An Open Letter to My Miscarriages: A Mother’s Heartfelt Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Miscarriages, While convention suggests starting a letter with kind words, I find myself at a loss. The thoughts swirling in my mind are anything but warm; they are filled with the pain and anguish you’ve brought into my life. You have taken three of my precious babies from me. Three souls…
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When Grief from Child Loss Transforms into Jealousy
Get Pregnant Fast It has taken me considerable time to reach a place of acceptance in my life. I’m grateful for my loving partner, our wonderful daughter, and the two children who watch over us from above. However, anyone who has experienced the pain of losing a loved one knows how quickly emotions can resurface.…