Tag: support for parents
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Navigating the Holidays: A Bittersweet Journey for Grieving Parents
Get Pregnant Fast The holiday season is upon us, marked by twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the delightful aroma of baked treats wafting through the air. For many, it’s a time of joy and celebration. However, for parents mourning the loss of a child, this time of year can feel overwhelmingly bittersweet. As someone who…
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The 5 Stages of Toddler Toy Loss Grief
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartbreaking incident, my 3-year-old son, Leo, has lost his cherished blue remote-control dinosaur. While the dinosaur itself remains intact, the remote control has mysteriously ceased to function, turning it into nothing more than an oversized plastic trinket. Things are chaotic here, to say the least. For toddlers, losing a favorite…
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A Heartfelt Tribute to Pregnancy Loss: Capturing a Rainbow Baby’s Joy
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching display of resilience, a mother recently honored her six pregnancy losses through a stunning rainbow baby photoshoot. This emotional journey began when photographer Lisa Harper was contacted by Daniel and Emily, a couple who had previously documented their first pregnancy but never received the photos they had hoped for.…
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Let’s Stop Criticizing Parents for Every Little Choice They Make
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, it seems like there’s an abundance of judgment and criticism directed at parents regarding their choices—both big and small. Whether you’re at a local playground, a zoo, or even scrolling through social media, it’s hard to miss the disapproving glances and snide remarks. Everyone appears to have their own…
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6 Realities for Moms Raising Twins
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the adventure of twin motherhood! Whether you were thrilled to discover you had two little ones on the way or caught totally off guard (like me), there’s no denying that raising twins presents a unique set of trials. Surviving a twin pregnancy is a monumental achievement, but then you give birth…
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Navigating the Journey of Motherhood with Special Needs: Just a Mom’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast I share my family’s journey with special needs on my blog, but let me clarify: I’m not a specialist. You might know someone whose child has a condition like Down syndrome or autism, but that doesn’t mean they truly grasp the complexities of raising a child who is tube-fed or relies on…
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Understanding Pregnancy Loss and the Unforeseen Grief That Follows
Get Pregnant Fast This topic is one I’ve mulled over countless times—in my thoughts, journals, midnight prayers, chats with friends, and deep discussions with my partner—but I’ve never shared it so openly. I am truly thankful that we exist in a time where the conversation around pregnancy loss is becoming more normalized. While many aspects…