Tag: self-care
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The Perspectives of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast As a photographer, my primary source of income revolves around my camera, which constantly requires me to switch between various lenses. Each lens offers a distinct perspective—some widen my view of the world, while others zoom in on the intimate details of human emotion. I have my go-to lenses, the ones I…
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Embracing My Independence: How It Transforms My Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast When my first marriage ended, my children were still very young—my eldest was just two, and my youngest had recently turned one. The divorce was swift, but I was the one who initiated it, apprehensive about a prolonged battle. As a result, I agreed to an arrangement where my ex-husband held residential…
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What You Might Not Realize When You See Me On My Phone With My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast You may think you know me. Perhaps you’ve spotted me at the playground—sitting on a bench, engrossed in my phone while my kids are off climbing on the monkey bars. Or maybe you’ve seen me waiting in line at the grocery store, tapping away on my device while my children plead for…
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Eight Key Insights I’ve Gained From My Journey as a Stay-at-Home Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Being a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) has been one of the most fulfilling yet challenging roles I’ve taken on. After years of juggling multiple jobs, I thought I knew what hard work entailed. But transitioning to full-time caregiver for my children has introduced a whole new level of complexity. Here are eight invaluable…
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Maybe I’m Not Completely Messing Up This Mom Gig
Get Pregnant Fast Last week, I had one of those days. You know the type—the ones where everything feels like an uphill battle, and it seems like the universe is conspiring against you. I was drowning in a mountain of laundry, my house looked like a tornado hit it, and I found myself snapping at…
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Don’t Cry, Mom: The Emotional Journey of New Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast As you prepare for your first child, it’s easy to get caught up in the tangible aspects of motherhood: the size of your growing belly, the nursery setup, the hospital choice for delivery, and the car seat you’ll use to bring your little one home. All of these details matter, of course.…
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Shifting the Focus: A Reflection on Motherhood and Self-Care
Get Pregnant Fast As part of my nightly routine, I tuck my daughters into bed before slipping into the bathroom for some much-needed self-care. It’s in front of the mirror that I confront the nuances of turning 40. I remind myself that noticing the new lines on my face and the more pronounced pores is…
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Wine Lip Gloss: The New Must-Have in Every Shade
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, fabulous friends! If you’re like most of us, you’ve spent the past few months shopping for gifts for everyone on your list. Now it’s time to treat yourself to something special—beautiful lip glosses and lipsticks made from actual wine! Don’t worry, they won’t give you a buzz, but they will…
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The Essential Oils Obsession: What You Need to Know
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve never really been one to lean into natural remedies or herbal treatments. When my friend Jessica started selling essential oils, my interest was solely because the starter kit came with a beautiful diffuser that glowed in a soft purple light. I had no plans to use these oils for anything beyond…