Tag: emotions
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I’ve Finally Grasped the True Meaning of Caring for Someone
Menu Parenting Get Pregnant Fast It was a night that started off simply, but ended up changing everything. My 1-year-old daughter, Lily, had managed to burn her hand on a serving of oven-baked mashed potatoes. It was 2009. As I held her on my lap in the emergency room, I could see her tiny hand,…
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Busting the Myth: Boys Are Just as Emotional as Girls
Get Pregnant Fast When I learned I was expecting my second son, I experienced a pang of sadness. This would be my last child, and while I knew my love for him would mirror the fierce devotion I felt for my first son, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I would miss out on having…
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The New Mom Struggle: Navigating the Storm of Emotions
Get Pregnant Fast One of my closest friends is about to welcome her first child into the world. She’s a fiercely independent woman who has explored countless countries, earned a degree abroad, and works at one of the top ten universities in the United States. She’s easily among the funniest and smartest people I know,…
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A Moment of Shock: Discovering I’m Expecting Baby Number Three
Get Pregnant Fast Surprise! I’m expecting my third child. There, I’ve said it, and it feels surreal. My partner, Jake, and I hadn’t planned for another little one, but we hadn’t completely ruled it out either. I was still on the fence, unsure about closing the door on the baby chapter, while Jake was ready…
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10 Things You Absolutely Shouldn’t Say to a Pregnant Woman
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the joys of pregnancy! That magical time when a woman’s body is changing, emotions are running high, and unsolicited advice seems to come from every direction. If you find yourself wanting to engage with a pregnant woman, take a moment to think about what you say. Here are ten things to…
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Mama’s Boys: A Tribute to Motherhood by Lisa Matthews
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 21, 2015Originally Published: Sep. 10, 2012 As dawn breaks, my youngest stirs, still half-asleep, but his arms instinctively reach out for a hug. I wrap him in my arms, his sleepy smile so bright it could light up the darkest day. “Come on, sweetheart,” I whisper gently. “Time to rise…
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The Walking Dead: The Heart-Wrenching Reveal That Left Fans Shattered
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jamie Carter Updated: Feb. 1, 2021 Originally Published: Oct. 24, 2016 Last night’s Season 7 premiere of The Walking Dead sent shockwaves through the entire online community, leaving everyone in an absolute emotional tailspin. After a five-month wait, fans were finally hit with the brutal truth of who fell victim to…
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Is Guilt an Inescapable Part of Motherhood?
Get Pregnant Fast My recent check-up at 32 weeks was just like the others: strong heartbeat? Check. On track with measurements? Check. Weight gain? Double check. “Only eight more weeks to go!” my midwife exclaimed, her smile bright. “Ugh. I was hoping you’d say there was a mistake and I’m actually due tomorrow. I’m so…
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A Letter to My Son’s Biological Mother on Mother’s Day
Get Pregnant Fast Once a year, I am treated to a day that feels like it revolves around me. My kids delight in serving me breakfast in bed and gifting me with handmade jewelry. Who wouldn’t appreciate a cold toaster waffle alongside a necklace crafted from elbow macaroni? This fleeting moment of being pampered offers…