Tag: single motherhood
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I Am a Scorpion Slayer
Get Pregnant Fast The other night, as I prepared for bed, I followed my usual routine: checking the locks, switching off the lights, and giving my sleeping child a gentle kiss on the forehead. This nightly ritual is almost second nature, and while I reached for the thermostat to crank up the air conditioning, my…
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You Can’t Claim to Be ‘Single Momming It’ If You’re Not a Single Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Dear friends, I need to address something that’s been weighing on my mind. When your partner is working late, out of town, under the weather, or otherwise temporarily unavailable, you are not “Single Momming It.” I understand that you may not mean any harm, but it’s simply not accurate. So, what does…
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The Journey of Infertility Behind My Pregnancy Announcement
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks ago, I shared my pregnancy news on Facebook, an act that left me feeling conflicted. I vividly recall the heartache of seeing similar posts in the past. Yet, my desire to share this milestone was overwhelming. I soon realized that my announcement might give the impression that my path…
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In Remembrance of Jamie Collins
Get Pregnant Fast One of the most rewarding aspects of blogging is the way it connects us, making the world feel a little smaller. We become part of a vast network of individuals whose lives we might never have crossed otherwise. However, this interconnectedness also brings its challenges. The blogging community is mourning the tragic…
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Mom Dispels Myths About Single Mothers in Viral Facebook Post
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where single motherhood is often misunderstood, blogger Jenna Lee is on a mission to reshape the narrative surrounding single moms. Despite divorce being a common experience, there remains a lingering stigma that targets single mothers, often leading to harsh judgments from others. Recently, Jenna took to Facebook to debunk…
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Our Family of Two: Embracing Our Unique Bond
Get Pregnant Fast On Christmas morning, we nestled together in my bed, blankets piled high, as my little boy, Alex, enjoyed his cartoons on an iPad while I indulged in a captivating book. He was nearing three years old, and this Christmas felt significant—one he might actually remember. I told myself that the holidays didn’t…
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From Solo Mom to Family… Thanks to My Mann
Get Pregnant Fast I had always envisioned my child being cared for by a charming Spanish manny. Yet, what I received was even more remarkable. At 39, I found myself unexpectedly pregnant during a passionate fling. When the father made it clear he wanted no involvement, I made the bold decision to embrace single motherhood,…
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3 Reasons You’re More Resilient Growing Up with a Single Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Reflecting on my own upbringing, I realize how profoundly my experiences shaped me. I have two vivacious daughters who bring joy to my life every day, and while I have a supportive partner by my side, my childhood was quite different. My mom, a strong and determined woman, raised me and my…
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Ask the Mom: Sarah at Cervical Insemination
Get Pregnant Fast How many times have kids, from little ones to grown-ups, said, “You were right, Mom”? Mothers possess a wealth of knowledge, making them the go-to source for those tricky questions. Who better to turn to than a mom with five children ranging from ages 5 to 17? Sarah Johnson, an author and…
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5 Unsolicited Comments on Choosing to Be a Single Mom
Get Pregnant Fast By: J.L. Parker As I sit here at 1:30 a.m., nearly 30 weeks pregnant, I can’t help but reflect on my journey toward becoming a single mom by choice. My baby has been kicking like a little champion, and while I’m weary, I’m also grateful that my insemination was successful on the…