Tag: emotional wellbeing
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Is a C-Section Considered a Natural Birth?
Get Pregnant Fast When my due date came and went, I tried everything from eating pineapple to acupuncture in hopes of jumpstarting labor naturally. However, after two weeks of waiting, I found myself at 42 weeks pregnant with some minor complications, leading us to the hospital for induction. My midwife assured me that, aside from…
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A Few More Things I’ve Decided Not to Care About (And You Shouldn’t Either)
Get Pregnant Fast I had a bit of a breakdown last night. And when I say “breakdown,” I mean the kind that involves some loud, irrational shouting and maybe a few choice words, followed by a retreat to the bathroom with my phone and a box of Thin Mints—yes, that kind of breakdown. I could…
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Please Stop Commenting on My Pregnant Belly: It’s Breaking My Heart
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, pharmacy clerk, I know your intentions were good when you asked about my due date. Lately, it seems everyone is curious about my belly, and honestly, I can’t blame them. My baby bump is quite pronounced at 25 weeks, especially for a first-time pregnancy. It’s a natural inclination to inquire…
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Menopause? Seriously? I’m Not Ready for This!
Get Pregnant Fast It all began rather innocently. The seasons were shifting, and I woke up awash in sweat. “I might have turned up the heat while showering,” my partner joked. “It was a bit chilly when I got up!” Sounds logical, right? Heat was on, I got hot, and a bit sweaty — totally…
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Embracing ‘Nope’: How Setting Boundaries Transformed My Life
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emma Lawson I’ve always considered myself a people-pleaser. Conflict? I run from it. Disappointment? I can’t stand it. Tension? No thanks. I’m not one to stir the pot or cause a scene, and I genuinely want to be liked. This has made it incredibly challenging for me to say no to…
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8 Years In, And I’m Still Navigating This Parenting Journey
Get Pregnant Fast I was chatting with other parents about teachers, school rules, and upcoming events. Surrounded by warmth and camaraderie, I still felt like a fraud—like I was merely playing the role of a parent. From the moment I cradled my newborn sister at the age of five, I knew I wanted to be…
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Parenting: An Epic Journey of Love and Exhaustion
Get Pregnant Fast As I stand over a bubbling pot of pasta, I am reminded of the ancient tale of Sisyphus, forced to eternally push a massive boulder up a hill, only to watch it roll back down again. The struggle is relentless, and yet something about it resonates deeply with the reality of parenting.…