Tag: therapy
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What I Wish My Daughter’s Future Counselor to Understand
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Dr. Thompson, Recently, my little girl, Lily, shared a whimsical thought with me. She believes that God gave her a single dimple so she would always have a special spot for storing my kisses. At just 5 years old, Lily has a knack for charming me with her innocent perspective. Her…
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A Mother’s Mental Health Matters: Don’t Overlook Your Well-Being
Get Pregnant Fast Your children are thriving. Your partner is doing well. And you? You’re doing great too! Everything is perfectly fine, right? It’s all under control. But let’s be real. How often do you find yourself just going through the motions of “fine”? You’ve honed the art of concealing your anxiety, mood swings, and…
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Understanding My OCD Diagnosis: A Conversation with My Partner
Get Pregnant Fast Last November, around 8:30 p.m., I found myself sitting down with my partner, Sarah, to share something deeply personal: I had recently been diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). We were in our living room, an unusual moment of quiet since our three kids were already asleep, giving us a rare opportunity to…
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I Was a Teen Who Self-Harmed: How My Family’s Love Made All the Difference
Get Pregnant Fast I can’t pinpoint the moment the thought first crossed my mind. Perhaps it was in the hallways of high school or on a popular teen drama. What I did know was that I was desperately seeking a release. It was less about the pain, and more about feeling something—anything, really. It wasn’t…
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Happiness and Therapy: My Journey to Self-Care
Get Pregnant Fast I often come across memes and social media posts that resonate with mothers navigating the complex emotions of parenthood. We laugh about our desperate need for coffee in the morning and the way we indulge in a glass (or two) of wine by evening just to cope. We share an understanding that…
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We Are Not Alone in Our Struggles with Depression and Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 1, 2023 Originally Published: July 27, 2023 I can’t claim to speak for everyone, but I know I’m not alone in my battle. I’ve been grappling with my mental health for quite some time, and the moment has finally arrived for me to take action. Anxiety has been a part…