Tag: guilt
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Letting Go of Breastfeeding Guilt: A Journey of Acceptance
Parenting Insights Get Pregnant Fast Opening that first can of formula for my newborn felt like a punch to the gut. Sure, sleep deprivation and a whirlwind of postpartum emotions played their part, but it was also a moment of profound sorrow. I had envisioned exclusively breastfeeding, but after weeks of effort, it became clear…
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Conquering Guilt and Self-Blame as a Mother of a Premature Baby
Get Pregnant Fast As mothers, guilt seems to be ingrained in our very nature. We often feel remorse over everything from raising our voices to our little ones to declining their request to read the same book for the fifteenth time in one day! While a small amount of guilt can encourage us to strive…
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The Most Challenging Aspect of Being a Working Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Choosing to be a working mom comes with its fair share of difficulties. From the judgmental stares and comments about your parenting choices to the overwhelming fatigue that hits when returning to work, the challenges can feel never-ending. The constant struggle with breast pump issues and the never-ending cleaning of baby gear…
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We All Struggle With Parenting—That’s the Truth
Get Pregnant Fast “I’m a horrible parent,” you might say. “No, seriously. I’m terrible.” You might go on to explain how you lost your cool this morning over something as simple as your child asking for juice with breakfast. Just a cup of juice, and there you were, snapping, “Is there anything else you need?…
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Is Guilt an Inescapable Part of Motherhood?
Get Pregnant Fast My recent check-up at 32 weeks was just like the others: strong heartbeat? Check. On track with measurements? Check. Weight gain? Double check. “Only eight more weeks to go!” my midwife exclaimed, her smile bright. “Ugh. I was hoping you’d say there was a mistake and I’m actually due tomorrow. I’m so…
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The Constant Struggle of Guilt Following My Separation
Get Pregnant Fast I left a note for my daughter beside her bed, letting her know that I was taking her younger brother to school and would be back shortly after going for a quick jog. She had gone to bed feeling unwell the night before, and I could hear her stuffy breathing from the…
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The Art of Volunteerism: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest—volunteering can feel like both a privilege and a burden. I often found myself grappling with a sense of guilt rather than joy, wishing I could do more. Throughout the swim season, I watched dedicated parents like Sarah and Lisa pour their hearts into making the team successful. They tirelessly…
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Breastfeeding: It’s Not Always a Walk in the Park
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it: life can often be more challenging than we anticipate. Perhaps we set our expectations too high, or maybe we buy into those fairy-tale narratives too soon—think Prince Charming, white picket fences, and glass slippers. But let’s get real. How many frogs do you have to kiss before finding your…
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The Day I Lost My Temper with My Child
Get Pregnant Fast It was just another hectic morning, one of those days where getting my older kids ready for school felt like a race against the clock. Breakfasts needed to be prepared, homework checked, and lunches packed—all while dealing with that lingering jet lag from our recent trip abroad to visit family in Scotland.…
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Dad Guilt is Real, and Today I’m Feeling It Hard
Get Pregnant Fast Just moments ago, I was on the verge of dozing off while the highlights from today’s NFL games played on repeat, creating a cozy atmosphere. But I made the mistake of reviewing my day—an exercise I usually find grounding. I like to assess whether I’ve struck a balance between fun, relaxation, productivity,…