Tag: support for moms
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I Never Intended to Be a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast I’m a mother who never planned for this role. Did you know there are others like me? There are many moms out there, juggling tantrums and cleaning up spills, who never saw their lives unfolding in this manner. We are the mothers who wrestle daily with the nagging thought: This is exactly…
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To the New Stay-at-Home Mom: You’ve Got This
Get Pregnant Fast As I anticipated the arrival of my first child, I found myself without a clear roadmap for the years to come. Honestly, my main focus was on surviving labor, which filled me with dread. I knew I’d be taking at least one semester off from my teaching position, but beyond that, my…
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New Moms Must Be Superhuman to Balance Careers, and It’s Not Right
Get Pregnant Fast This year, a powerful image circulated the internet of artist Mia Rivera, who managed to work while tandem breastfeeding her newborn twins. Her photo sent a strong message: motherhood doesn’t have to hinder professional aspirations. While I admire Mia’s determination, I can’t help but feel that this narrative isn’t addressing the core…
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17 Things Moms Will Always Say ‘Yes’ To
Get Pregnant Fast When you’re a mom, each day can feel like a marathon—the morning rush, work or childcare, and then the final sprint of dinner, bath, storytime, and bed. It can be exhausting! However, there are a few things that could ease the daily grind, if only someone would step up and offer them.…
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Your Parenting Mistakes Don’t Define You as a ‘Bad Mom’
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a wild ride, and while I usually embrace the lighter moments, there are times when I hesitate to share my struggles, fearing harsh judgments. Recently, I had a heart-to-heart with a couple of close relatives who both confessed, “I feel like a bad mom.” Although their reasons varied, the underlying…
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To the Stay-at-Home Moms and Working Moms, from a Work-from-Home Mom
Get Pregnant Fast I apologize for the delay in responding to your messages; I wasn’t quite sure how to fit into the conversation. While I recognize that we share more similarities than differences, and we all want what’s best for our families and ourselves, the internet often fosters an “us vs. them” mentality that doesn’t…
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5 Essential Insights for My Friend Embracing Life with a Second Child
Get Pregnant Fast To my friend, a soon-to-be mom of two, I’m reaching out not because I claim to have all the answers about parenting (trust me, I’m still learning), but because I see you navigating the whirlwind of emotions and questions that come with expanding your family. How will I manage two lively kids?…
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6 Essential Insights for New Moms Facing Struggles
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a journey filled with unexpected challenges, and I want to share a few thoughts with you, especially if you’re navigating the early days of motherhood. Earlier today, I encountered a fellow mom named Sarah during my stroll around town, and our brief conversation sparked a realization: we often don’t talk…
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10 Types of Moms I Can No Longer Converse With
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating mom friendships can be challenging, especially as it seems that almost anything said can unintentionally offend. In a world filled with guidelines on what not to say, I’ve compiled a list of 10 types of moms I find myself avoiding in conversation. 1. Stay-at-Home Moms As a stay-at-home mom myself, I…