Tag: parenting challenges
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Here’s the Real Deal on the Question, ‘Can Moms Ever Pee in Peace?’
Menu Parenting Understanding the Struggles of Mom Life Get Pregnant Fast Before stepping into the world of motherhood, you might have been curious about the whole ordeal surrounding a mom’s bathroom breaks. Can it genuinely be that chaotic? Why not simply shut the door? What’s the story with mothers and their lack of privacy during…
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Why I’ve Given Up on My Baby Wearing Socks
Get Pregnant Fast Where are my baby’s socks? It’s a question I find myself asking far too often. Seriously, where do they go? I know he starts the day wearing them, but by the time we arrive at our destination, they seem to have vanished into thin air. I’ve come up with a few theories…
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The Case for Standing Tall: Embracing Balance in Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast After the arrival of my second child, I took a brief three-week break from work. Some may view this as a luxury, but since I primarily work from home, returning to my duties felt like an extension of maternity leave. I was still in my comfy yoga pants, after all. Yet, diving…
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No, I Don’t Love My Partner Like I Used To — It’s Better Now
Get Pregnant Fast As newlyweds, receiving unsolicited marriage advice was one of the most frustrating experiences. It seemed everyone had a “secret” to a happy marriage, and most of it was utterly useless. Yet, one encounter stands out in my memory, a moment that feels almost prophetic now. We met this couple during our honeymoon…
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A Letter to Working Moms and Stay-at-Home Moms from a Military Mom
Get Pregnant Fast As a member of a dual-military family, I navigate the unique challenges of being a military mother. While I scroll through countless articles discussing motherhood—from making friends to the debates between working moms and stay-at-home moms—I feel compelled to share my perspective. 1. Making Friends is a Challenge I often find myself…
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Life After the NICU: A Journey of Resilience and Growth
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the aftermath of a NICU stay is no small feat. For five long weeks, I felt like I was juggling a million responsibilities, but let’s be real—I can’t juggle. I struggled just to keep one ball in the air without it crashing down. I found myself riding those hospital elevators endlessly,…
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How Did I End Up Here?
Get Pregnant Fast As I find myself crawling under the dining room table, retrieving what seems to be an entire ear of corn lodged beneath my 18-month-old son’s chair, I can’t help but wonder, “How did I end up here?” Nearby, my once-cherished cat, Oliver, whom I’ve barely acknowledged since my son’s arrival and even…
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Critique My Parenting, But Never Doubt My Devotion
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, a comment on my Facebook page (which has a respectable following!) claimed that my use of the cry-it-out method had shattered my child’s trust in me, while another user labeled me as unkind and heartless. These were opinions from individuals I’ve never met, who have no knowledge of my parenting journey…
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10 Essential Skills Every Mother Should Master
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mom is a unique journey filled with joy, challenges, and endless learning. Here are ten invaluable skills that every mother should cultivate: The Power Gaze: This is that magical look that can instantly redirect misbehaving children, making them straighten up in an instant. Mastering the Word ‘No’: Knowing when to…
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10 Things You’ll Experience When Your Partner is Deployed
Get Pregnant Fast When your significant other is deployed, life takes on a whole new rhythm. I haven’t seen any military movies for a while, not because I don’t love them, but because they hit too close to home. My husband, whom I affectionately refer to as “Pilot” due to his impressive skills in the…