Tag: stay-at-home mom
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Questions You Might Have as Maternity Leave Draws to a Close
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare to return to work (sigh…), I’ve found myself pondering a few rather pressing questions in these final weeks of maternity leave. Here’s a glimpse into my thoughts: Would it be socially acceptable to launch a GoFundMe or Kickstarter campaign to support my dream of being a stay-at-home mom? Honestly,…
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I Could Manage Without You, But I Don’t Want To (A Letter to My Partner)
Get Pregnant Fast There were moments when I felt a pang of resentment towards you, especially during your medical school years while I was adapting to life as a stay-at-home mom. It often felt like you didn’t grasp the depth of my struggles. My world revolved around our child, and I was left feeling isolated…
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My First Day Back at Work: A Memoir of a Stay-at-Home Mom’s Transition
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: May 14, 2023 Originally Published: March 20, 2010 As I prepare for my first day at a new job, I’ve meticulously picked out my outfit, packed a delicious lunch, set aside my favorite mug for a much-needed coffee fix, and even cleaned my car for the commute. I’m feeling ready to…
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Rescue Me From Flu Season
Get Pregnant Fast It’s day five of my self-imposed isolation. The world outside seems like a picturesque dream viewed through the snot-streaked windows of my home. I find myself staring at my phone, silently pleading for it to ring, beep, or buzz. Is there anyone out there who remembers me during this dreary period? I…
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To the Stay-at-Home Mom: I Understand Your Struggles
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Stay-at-Home Mom, If you’re reading this, you might be feeling overwhelmed and at your breaking point. Perhaps you’re pulling at your damp hair while frantically searching the web for someone who can relate to your experiences. And if today has been particularly rough, you might even be yanking at hair that…
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I Stepped Away From My Career, and Now I’m Ready to Return
Get Pregnant Fast If I could turn back time, I might think twice about becoming a stay-at-home mom (SAHM). There, I said it. Now, don’t get me wrong. When I made the choice 13 years ago to stay home with my first child, it felt like the right decision for our family. We were just…
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From Office Worker to Stay-at-Home Mom: My Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: June 4, 2016 Originally Published: May 18, 2015 At the age of 40, I found myself with a newborn and a spirited preschooler, pondering the significance of life. Was it truly meant to be spent in a cubicle under harsh fluorescent lights? I couldn’t shake that thought. While I was pregnant…
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Motherhood Is Not a Competition
Get Pregnant Fast “Are you a stay-at-home mom?” my 11-year-old niece, Lily, asked me with genuine curiosity as we sat in the car. Caught off guard, I replied with a hint of skepticism, “Why does it matter? Yes, I am.” “Oh, that must be nice,” she said, her tone filled with a wistful longing for…
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What It’s Like to Be a Stay-at-Home Mom on the Brink of Depression
Get Pregnant Fast It all intensified the week my toddler decided to stop napping. Those once peaceful three-hour breaks evaporated, much like a mirage, leaving me without my vital moments of silence and solitude. I anticipated this change, but I didn’t realize the ripple effects it would have on my mental state until it became…
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I’m Not Apologizing for Wanting to Reclaim My Career
Get Pregnant Fast If I had the chance to redo my journey, I would think twice about becoming a stay-at-home mom (SAHM). There, I said it. Now, before you jump to conclusions, let me clarify. Thirteen years ago, when I decided to devote my time to raising my first child, it felt like the best…