Tag: identity
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The Greatest Challenge of Embracing Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast At 28, I found myself in a seemingly perfect life—married to my high school sweetheart, working as a published author, and teaching at a university in New York City. I was ready to take the plunge into motherhood. Little did I know, the journey ahead would be filled with unanticipated challenges. Oh,…
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Embracing the Challenges of New Motherhood: A Candid Conversation
Get Pregnant Fast Before you embark on the journey of motherhood, you often vow that you won’t become one of those moms who loses her identity, neglects her well-being, or abandons her interests. It sounds like an easy promise to keep, but fast forward nine months, and you might find yourself in the middle of…
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I’m My Mother’s Daughter: A Journey Through Loss and Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Losing a parent is a transformative experience that can shape one’s identity for a lifetime. I was just eight when my mother, Anna, passed away from cancer. It wasn’t the swift, poetic narrative often depicted in films; it was two long years filled with hospital visits, wheelchairs, and the constant hum of…
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How I Came to Embrace My Transgender Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Father’s Day is no longer a holiday I celebrate with my dad. Not because he has passed away—far from it. My biological father is very much alive, but she now lives as a woman. To clarify: the person whose sperm contributed to my existence is now embracing her identity as a woman.…
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Navigating the Toughest Aspects of New Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast One quiet evening, as my partner and I finally settled down to watch some TV, the reality of new motherhood hit me. The volume was low to avoid waking our little one, but still, we found ourselves wrapped in silence. It was a moment to just “be.” No baby giggles, no cries,…
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9 Reasons I Chose Not to Adopt My Partner’s Last Name
Get Pregnant Fast It’s been nearly 12 years since I tied the knot, and yet people still seem puzzled by my decision to retain my last name. Despite its consistency, family, friends, and even colleagues often find it challenging to address me correctly. Should they use my husband’s last name? A combination of both names?…
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Why Moms Can’t Escape Identity Theft
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve lost my identity. And the twist? I know exactly who the culprits are. This ragtag trio of little ones has commandeered my name, trading it in for a slew of generic titles. I’m no longer “Emily.” Now, I’m simply “MOM!” “MAMA!” “MOMMY!”, and occasionally, with an exaggerated eye roll, “Mother.” This…
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What I Discovered in My 24 Hours of Highlights
Get Pregnant Fast There were times when I couldn’t help but feel a pang of envy watching my friends effortlessly switch up their hairstyles, while I remained attached to my long, familiar locks. Over the years, my hair morphed into more than just a style; it became a part of my identity. My natural hair…
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How to Misunderstand Race with Your Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent for the past six years, I’ve witnessed a growing trend in parenting communities that honestly unsettles me. It’s not just discomfort; it’s infuriating. Many parents pride themselves on being progressive and open-minded, thinking they’re fostering acceptance. But in reality, they’re missing the mark. The idea of “colorblindness” is not…