Tag: daily struggles
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What the Professionals Advise vs. What I Really Think
Advice vs. Reality Get Pregnant Fast What I hear: …before breakfast. What they say: “Never go to bed angry.” What I hear: …at yourself. It’s totally okay to be mad at him; he was probably being a jerk. What they say: “Consume 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day.” What I hear: …as a…
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The Morning Chaos of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast They say it’s best to rise before your kids for a slice of peace and a chance to gear up for the day. Sounds lovely, right? But let’s be real. Unless I’m setting my alarm for 5:14 a.m., it’s just not happening. I’d much rather enjoy those precious extra minutes of sleep…
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10 Ways Kids Totally Derail Your Day
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a wild ride, full of unexpected twists and turns that can leave you shaking your head in disbelief. You’ve seen the humorous posts about the chaos that comes with raising kids, and you may have laughed it off as exaggeration. But trust me, these little monstrosities have an uncanny ability…
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For Those Days When You Feel Like You Didn’t Accomplish Anything
Get Pregnant Fast The day has come to a close. The sink is overflowing with dirty dishes, your laundry situation resembles a mountain range, and as you finally settle down with a glass of wine, you might be wondering where all the time went. But hold on a second, fellow parent. You’ve done way more…
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Why I Can’t Just Go to Bed
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: November 16, 2023 Originally Published: November 16, 2016 For what feels like an eternity, I’ve been in a state of constant exhaustion—perhaps around a decade now. Honestly, I’ve lost track of the years. Like many parents, I find myself navigating life in a fog of sleep deprivation. It’s astonishing how we…
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10 Things I Unapologetically Blame on My Child
Get Pregnant Fast Kids have this uncanny ability to take everything you hold dear and turn it into a gooey mess—your free time, sleep, and even those rare moments of peace while using the restroom. But let’s be honest, the perks of parenthood are abundant. I’m not referring to the magical ways they help you…
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Motherhood: Challenges and Triumphs
Get Pregnant Fast The toy room window is smeared with a glossy layer of chapstick, the scent of strawberry wafting through the air. Lying on the floor is a flattened eos, its lid missing, and covered in cat fur—the pink one, my favorite. It’s the epitome of toddler defiance. Mega Bloks trucks are soaring through…
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50 Things Every Exhausted Mom Can Relate To
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re a mother, you’ve probably faced the reality of sleep deprivation at some point. After countless late-night baby cries and diaper changes, you rise with the sun, dragging yourself out of bed to juggle the many roles you play: mother, partner, employee, and domestic manager. Honestly, just getting through the day…
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33 Thoughts a Mom Has When She’s Behind the Wheel
Get Pregnant Fast Once upon a time, before the chaos of motherhood took over, slipping into my car was as effortless as sliding on my favorite pair of shoes. It was my escape route to leisurely outings, from coffee dates to shopping sprees. But now? Well, let’s just say the ambiance has changed—and not for…
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10 Reasons I Didn’t Pick Up the Call
Get Pregnant Fast I see the screen lighting up, feel the vibration in my pocket, and hear the ring-a-ling, but I’m hitting that decline button. Before you take it personally, let me share my top 10 reasons for not answering. I was mediating a fierce argument over a missing Lego piece. Trust me, you didn’t…