Tag: guilt
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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,…
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It’s Almost Impossible to Get Parenting Right Every Time
Get Pregnant Fast As much as we might hesitate to acknowledge it, parenting can be incredibly tough, and honestly, it often isn’t as enjoyable as I once thought it would be. I never anticipated it would be effortless, but I did believe I would handle certain situations with more grace. Being a parent is undoubtedly…
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Navigating the Guilt Market: A Mother’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast While financial markets might dominate the news, there’s a unique market that rarely gets attention: The Guilt Market. For mothers, this market begins the moment that faint line appears on the pregnancy test. Suddenly, you’re hit with guilt over that cup of coffee you enjoyed earlier or the calcium you might have…
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Why I Do Everything for My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast The year was 1988. I was just nine years old, mesmerized by my mother’s nurturing ways, already envisioning a future where I would have children of my own. I pictured a charming nursery filled with Laura Ashley decor, lovingly arranged by a husband who resembled a young Jonathan Brandis. Back then, I…