Tag: wellness
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Let’s Stop Glamorizing C-Sections: The Reality Check
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a troubling trend I’ve noticed lately: women dismissing C-sections as an “easy” alternative to vaginal delivery. This notion couldn’t be more misguided. Just the other day, while chatting with some friends about my upcoming scheduled C-section, they remarked on how fortunate I was to avoid the pain of labor. One friend…
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Am I Expecting or Did I Just Eat Spoiled Chicken?
Get Pregnant Fast Last Friday, I suddenly found myself feeling nauseous, which came out of nowhere. I was cramping and desperately needed a nap. I decided to cancel my evening plans, and then a friend texted me: “Maybe you’re pregnant! Or did you eat undercooked chicken? It’s a thin line between pregnancy and salmonella!” And…
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7 Valuable Insights Gained in Your 40s: A 47-Year-Old’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Turning 40 is a significant milestone, often prompting deep reflection. As you navigate through this new decade, you’ll discover that there’s a wealth of wisdom to be gained. Here are seven valuable lessons that tend to crystallize in your 40s: The Last Drink is No Longer Tempting Gone are the days of…
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6 Misguided Solutions for Severe Morning Sickness
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is a time filled with excitement and anticipation, but for some women, it comes with an unwelcome guest: severe morning sickness, or Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG). As someone who has navigated this challenging journey myself, let’s discuss some common suggestions that often miss the mark. 1. ‘Just nibble on some saltines.’ This…
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12 Sleep Solutions That Don’t Leave Me Tossing and Turning
Get Pregnant Fast I hate to admit it, but nearly every conversation I have starts like this: Other Person: “Hey, Lisa! How are you?” Me: “Oh man, I’m completely wiped out. How about you?” I’m exhausted for a million reasons. I have kids, pets, and my mind never truly shuts off. I’m also a bit…
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All the Thoughts That Cross My Mind During Yoga Class
Get Pregnant Fast Having dabbled in yoga for quite some time, I find it amusing that while I may have been “practicing,” the truth is, I still feel like a novice in mastering its art. I genuinely enjoy the practice and the way it makes me feel, yet I often doubt my abilities. I fumble…
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10 Pregnancy Recommendations I’m Choosing to Overlook
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to pregnancy, advice seems to come from every corner—doctors, friends, family, and countless blogs. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant barrage of “shoulds” and “should nots.” While many recommendations are well-intentioned, they can often feel unrealistic or downright impractical. Here’s a candid look at ten pregnancy recommendations…
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10 Frightening Symptoms That Are Generally Benign
Get Pregnant Fast It’s quite common to encounter symptoms that send a chill down your spine. Whether it’s sudden weight loss or peculiar lumps, these signs can easily make anyone anxious. Although some symptoms may indicate a serious condition, the majority are usually harmless. For instance, while muscle twitching can be linked to ALS (which…
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Finally, I’m Learning to Love My Body
Get Pregnant Fast Something has shifted in my mindset, and I can’t quite put my finger on what triggered it. Recently, while changing clothes, I caught a glimpse of my naked reflection. I paused and truly observed myself for the first time in many years—a daunting task that typically ended in disappointment and self-criticism. For…