Tag: self-discovery
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Embracing My Inner Badass: A Journey Through Motherhood and Self-Discovery
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 Originally Published: March 23, 2013 A few years ago, I found myself in a bit of a fashion phase where skirts dominated my wardrobe. Growing up, I was a total tomboy, preferring the comfort of t-shirts and jeans to any dress. But in my late 20s, I felt…
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Watching My Boys Outpace Me: A Journey of Motherhood and Running
Get Pregnant Fast It was an unforgettable October morning in 2002—my first marathon day. Under normal circumstances, the absence of my period would have caused a stir, but that day, I felt a wave of relief. I wouldn’t have to deal with it while tackling 26.2 miles through the streets of Chicago. After all, I…
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The Daddy Dilemma: Navigating the Questions of Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: December 14, 2014 Originally Published: September 9, 2012 I find myself fielding the “Daddy Question” about once a week. Initially, it made me cringe—I was uncertain how to respond and worried that a wrong answer might leave my children emotionally scarred for life. I imagined a future where we’d be sitting…
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At 30, I’ve Finally Discovered Myself
Get Pregnant Fast A few months back, I found myself spending the night at a friend’s place. It was a far cry from the carefree sleepovers of my twenties. By 9 p.m., I was tucked into bed, kids snuggled up beside me. I wanted nothing more than to drift off, but the mascara still clinging…
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Embracing Divorce: A Cause for Celebration
Get Pregnant Fast When my marriage began to unravel, the idea of embracing divorce as a positive change was the furthest thing from my mind. The process of selling our beautiful home and dividing our assets felt like a crushing blow. We both had to relocate to separate apartments, forcing our two children to adapt…
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I Expected Joy After Giving Birth, But Instead I Felt Broken
Get Pregnant Fast I was in pain—both physically and emotionally. My body felt like it was unraveling, and the weariness coursing through me was palpable. I was a mess: clumps of skin cells, oily hair, and remnants of blood marked my transition into motherhood. The vision of blissful motherhood I had imagined came crashing down,…
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You’re Not the 30-Something Party Girl You Once Were
Get Pregnant Fast In my 20s, I lived life to the fullest, indulging in every party and adventure that came my way. I could have easily competed with anyone in the realm of wild nights and carefree days. Back then, it felt like the right time to savor every moment because I knew that eventually,…
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The Silence of Growing Up: A Reflection on Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Today, as I strolled through the grocery store, our eyes connected in the aisle, and a wave of nostalgia washed over me. I sighed, realizing how much I missed you—well, not the actual you, since we’ve never met before. I miss the version of me that you represent—the vibrant mom navigating the…
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21 Reasons I’m Grateful for My Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I had a moment that made me reflect on my journey since my divorce. After a work event, a young girl approached me with a box of her homemade jewelry, selling them to help her mom with a phone bill. Feeling inspired, I bought a bracelet that caught my eye. It…
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Embracing Solitude: A Journey Through Heartbreak
Get Pregnant Fast After the TV fades from view and the dust settles in that empty space, you stumble upon an article titled “How to Embrace Solitude.” As you read the words, you think, “I can’t do this; I crave affection too much.” In that moment, you may find yourself crying—sobs that echo the madness…