Tag: emotional rollercoaster
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Navigating the Roller Coaster of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, my partner kept messaging me, “on my way,” “almost home,” “just waiting for the bus,” and it was nearly 7:00 PM when he finally walked through the door. I’m not sure if it was exhaustion, the kids’ restlessness, or maybe even a full moon, but by the time he arrived, I…
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6 Similarities Between Toddlerhood and Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast This morning, as I navigated through traffic, my three-year-old was throwing a classic tantrum. What’s new, right? As he shouted, “I JUST WANT WAFFLES AND TACOS ALL THE TIIIIIME!” I realized that at nearly seven months pregnant, my connection to this little one has never been stronger. Let’s dive into the six…
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Why My Maternity Leave Isn’t A Vacation
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s set the record straight: my maternity leave is far from a vacation. I don’t require extravagant dinners or lavish getaways to feel fulfilled. But equating my maternity leave with a leisurely retreat? That’s a remarkable misunderstanding of what it truly entails. If you’ve just nurtured a human being inside your body,…
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The First Trimester: A Relentless Challenge
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is often hailed as a beautiful journey, filled with anticipation and joy. And while I wholeheartedly agree that the miracle of growing a new life is awe-inspiring, let’s be honest: the first trimester can be downright brutal. If you’ve been around a woman in her first trimester—whether you’re a partner, friend,…