Tag: mental wellness
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Why I Refuse to Pass My Eating Disorder to My Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast When I discovered I was expecting twin girls, tears of joy filled my eyes. I already had the most wonderful nearly 2-year-old son, and for as long as I can remember, I had fantasized about having twin girls. There were moments in my childhood when I even tried to convince my mother…
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Kate Middleton Advocates for Dismantling Stigma Around Children’s Mental Health
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful statement about children’s mental well-being, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, is utilizing her significant influence to highlight the importance of addressing mental health issues in younger generations. In her compelling guest blog post for the Huffington Post, she emphasizes the urgent need to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental…
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5 Reasons to Let Go of Self-Help
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s society, there’s an overwhelming pressure to constantly pursue personal growth and transformation. Self-help books flood the market, offering everything from strategies to “declutter” your mind to a so-called “guide to ultimate success.” After reaching my 40s, I came to the realization that true happiness comes from releasing myself from the…
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Carrie Fisher’s Impact on Mental Health Awareness Continues After Her Passing
Get Pregnant Fast The world felt a deep sense of loss when Carrie Fisher passed away, her legacy far surpassing her iconic portrayal of Princess Leia in the Star Wars franchise. Fisher was not only a remarkable actress, screenwriter, and author, but she was also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and the fight…
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I Made the Tough Decision to Cut My Mother Out of My Life for the Sake of My Family
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, I often felt a sense of anxiety and confusion that I couldn’t quite put my finger on. I thought that my feelings were somehow my fault, not realizing that they stemmed from my complicated relationship with my mother. Years later, after diving deep into therapy and gaining self-awareness, I started…
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Why We Must Increase Awareness of Postpartum Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast When discussing mental health challenges faced by expectant mothers and new parents, postpartum depression (PPD) often takes center stage. However, a recent study has unveiled a startling truth: postpartum anxiety is actually three times more prevalent than PPD. Research conducted at the University of British Columbia indicates that 16% of pregnant women…