Tag: emotional support
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10 Things to Avoid When Your Partner Is Expecting
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is a transformative journey, and as someone who has experienced it myself, I can assure you that it comes with its fair share of challenges. During my two pregnancies, I had the unique opportunity to witness how my partner navigated this rollercoaster ride, and let’s be real: there were some missteps…
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Hundreds Gather to Honor 18-Year-Old Dog’s Final Journey
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartfelt tribute, a beloved 18-year-old whippet named Baxter embarked on his final walk at his cherished beach in Cornwall, England, surrounded by an outpouring of love and support. This emotional event drew hundreds of fellow dog owners and their furry companions, all coming together to celebrate Baxter’s remarkable life. The…
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How to Support Your Sad Tween: Sometimes, Space is What She Needs
Get Pregnant Fast When I first became a parent, I never anticipated the tween phase—after all, who even knew what a “tween” was a decade ago? I was focused on toddlers and school-age kids, fully aware of the teenage years ahead, but the in-between stage caught me off guard. Recently, I realized that my daughter,…
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Why the Tween Years Are the Most Stressful for Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting a tween can be an even greater challenge than navigating the newborn stage. When you have a baby, you’re bombarded with advice and support, which can be both comforting and overwhelming. However, as your child grows, that well of parental solidarity tends to dry up just when you need it the…
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How My Partner Became a Poop Doula
Get Pregnant Fast Like riding a bike, I always thought that once you mastered the art of pooping, you were good for life. But as it turns out, that journey is a lot more complicated. Our 4-year-old son has hit a few bumps on this road. There I was, lounging on the toilet, scrolling through…
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Running on Empty: A Real Talk on Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Flustered, red-faced, and fighting back tears, I made my way to the checkout line and cast a glance at the cashier. Her hair was neatly styled, and her makeup was just right—she stood there calmly attending to the next customer. And then there was me—the harried mom with sweat beading on my…
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The Essential Guide to Navigating a Troubling Mammogram Result
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a moment nobody wants to face: receiving a call from the lab about a concerning result from your first mammogram. I remember the day vividly. I was cradling my three-month-old daughter when I heard the lab technician’s steady voice on the other end, delivering the unsettling news. I desperately asked if…
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Everything Doesn’t Happen for a Reason
Get Pregnant Fast When I went in for my 36-week growth scan, I was hit with the heartbreaking news that my baby had passed away. The overwhelming blend of shock and despair consumed me. In those initial weeks, I would wake up in the middle of the night, momentarily forgetting the devastating truth. But as…
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My Partner is the Playful Parent, and I Embrace My Role as the Steady One
Get Pregnant Fast From the moment my children entered the world, I found myself labeled as the “not-so-fun” parent. Those early days of nursing, diaper changes, and chasing after two energetic kids left me yearning for some solitude. Saturdays became my saving grace, as my husband, the ever-enthusiastic dad, whisked the kids away for their…
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Stunning Image of Mothers Embracing Their Rainbow Babies Goes Viral
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of motherhood, the journey can be filled with both joy and heartache. One particularly touching image has recently captured the attention of many: it features six mothers proudly holding their “rainbow babies.” These are children born after a loss, symbolizing hope and healing after the storm of grief. Photographer…