Tag: challenges
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Understanding the RSVP Dilemma in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast I just don’t understand it. Seriously, I’ve never grasped the concept, and I doubt I ever will. It’s utterly perplexing. As parents, we juggle a myriad of responsibilities daily: caregiver, chauffeur, chef, stylist, teacher, and the list goes on. Yet, why is it such a monumental task to take just a moment…
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12 Insights to Understand Special Needs Parents
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of a child with special needs, I often hear comments like, “You’re incredibly strong,” or “I can’t imagine how you manage.” It’s important to clarify that I don’t possess any extraordinary strength or abilities. I’m a mom, navigating the same challenges as any other parent, striving to provide a…
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10 Parenting Moments That Give Me the Chills
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the joys of motherhood. Remember those sleepless nights calming a fussy baby? Or the endless attempts to convince your toddler to use the potty, armed only with a bag of M&Ms? While we often grumble about these less-than-glamorous moments, the upcoming stages of parenting loom even larger on the horizon. As…
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To the Moms I Once Judged
Get Pregnant Fast Dear fellow mothers, Reflecting on my past, I have to reach out to all the moms I’ve unfairly criticized. To the moms I’ve looked down upon for choosing a C-section, I now understand it’s far from an easy route. To the moms I’ve judged for not breastfeeding, I realize that sometimes a…
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7 Reasons I’m Reluctant to Start Potty Training My Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast I know it might sound a bit extreme, but I’m really not looking forward to potty training my 2-year-old. Many parents eagerly anticipate this milestone, but let’s be honest—the journey can be daunting, and the aftermath isn’t always a walk in the park. Here are a few reasons I’m still holding onto…
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Life as a New Mom of Twins: A Reality Check
Get Pregnant Fast As a new mother of twin boys, I find myself navigating a whirlwind of sleepless nights and relentless demands, leaving little room for the absurd comments from well-meaning strangers. You know the ones: “Twins? How is that? I’ve always dreamt of having twins!” Sure, I adore my little ones, but the idea…
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My Marriage Is Far From Perfect, But Love Prevails
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, you casually tossed your dirty socks and boxer shorts on the kitchen counter. This morning, as I reached for a box of cereal for our oldest, Rice Krispies exploded everywhere because someone didn’t bother to seal it properly. Just as we were about to head out for school, our youngest…
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Some Days, Parenting Can Be Tough
Get Pregnant Fast I get it—parenting is a whirlwind. I understand that it could always be worse and that there’s a silver lining in every cloud. I know this because the internet has been bombarding me with these reminders for ages, along with that cheerful retiree I met at the store, my neighbor, and the…
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5 Surprising Emotions That Come With Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Here are five unexpected emotions that motherhood brought to my life: The Overwhelming Fear I can still see the moment I buckled our newborn daughter into her car seat for the first time. The sky was an enchanting blue, and the trees were lush and green, but my focus was on the…
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What You Need to Embrace When Expecting Twins
Get Pregnant Fast It seems like everywhere I turn, I meet parents of twins. It’s as if the moment you discover you’re having twins, an invisible radar activates, making twin families pop up all around you. Many of the mothers I encounter have older twins who are able to dress themselves and help out around…