Tag: support network
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Navigating Postpartum Depression: Finding Hope and Acceptance
Get Pregnant Fast When I discovered I was expecting, one of my first actions was to share the news with my partner. After that, I quickly scheduled an appointment with a trusted social worker from my graduate school days because I knew I was at elevated risk for postpartum depression and anxiety. I had come…
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We All Need Our Mama Tribes
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s talk about the importance of having our mama tribes. I still vividly remember the early days of motherhood when someone casually asked if I had made any “mommy friends” yet. I shrugged it off, thinking I was doing fine with my couple of acquaintances. Little did I know that those few…
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Sisters by Choice: A Bond Beyond Blood
Get Pregnant Fast If friends are the family we choose, then my closest girlfriends and I have happily filled our lives with sisterhood, even in the absence of biological siblings. I grew up as an only child, while my friends, Sarah, Emily, and Lisa each have brothers. Our friend Rachel sadly lost her sister to…
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A Heartfelt Thank You to My Straight Village
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the world of parenting as a same-sex couple can feel incredibly isolating, especially when laws crafted by straight politicians or self-hating individuals make it seem like our experiences don’t matter. Being a gay parent brings its own unique challenges. While it’s easy for us to rally around one another, knowing the…
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Navigating the World of ‘Mom Friends’ vs. ‘Friends Who Are Moms’
Get Pregnant Fast “Don’t shy away from using a nipple shield,” I shared with a fellow new mom the other day. “Trust me, cracked nipples are no joke!” “Ooh, brace yourself for some very colorful diapers when your little one tries sweet potatoes!” I advised another mother preparing for her child’s first taste of solids.…
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The Ups and Downs of Parenting Without a Support Network
Get Pregnant Fast When my partner and I embarked on our parenting journey, we found ourselves in a new state, far from friends and family. The initial challenges were tough, but they escalated as our family grew. Navigating pregnancy became increasingly overwhelming with multiple children and no respite. There were moments when I felt completely…
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12 Misconceptions I Had About New Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is an incredible journey filled with unexpected challenges. Here are twelve misconceptions I had before becoming a parent that I wish I had known better. Maternity leave is a break from work. Sure, I don’t miss the daily grind of office life or dressing up for meetings, but maternity leave turned…
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4 Strategies to Safeguard Your Family’s Finances During a Serious Illness
Get Pregnant Fast When life takes an unexpected turn, it can feel overwhelming. Just like the saying goes, “Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” This was certainly true for my friend Jamie, who, after years of meticulous planning, found herself facing a crisis when her partner was diagnosed with a serious…
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Empowered Women Get Things Done
Get Pregnant Fast I have a deep admiration for powerful women. Those fierce, ambitious, smart, and driven individuals who are making waves in the world. There’s a common misconception that strong women are only found in corporate offices, shattering glass ceilings while others remain at home. That’s simply not true. Strong women are present everywhere…