Tag: personal growth
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A 12-Year Journey: A Letter to My Son on His Birthday
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Samuel, Twelve years ago tonight, I was deep in the throes of labor, feeling every wave of discomfort wash over me. Alone in my apartment, I finally reached a point where I had to call your father to take me to the hospital. Little did I know, in just a few…
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The Weight of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Before stepping into the world of parenthood, many people urge you to savor the freedom of being responsible only for yourself. At that time, it’s nearly impossible to grasp the full meaning of their words. You’ve only known a life where self-care takes precedence, even though you might have loved ones you…
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Why I Decided to Ease Up on My Parenting Style
Get Pregnant Fast In my formative years, I grew up in a household where children were expected to be seen and not heard. Argumentation was off-limits, and we dutifully attended church each Sunday. The only acceptable jeans for school were fresh and unwrinkled. By the age of ten, I was informed that I was a…
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A Heartfelt Tribute to Those Who Disrupt the Cycle of Abuse
Get Pregnant Fast There are true champions among us, often disguised as everyday parents. These remarkable individuals juggle the daily grind of parenting—changing diapers, packing lunches, and tucking little ones in at night—all while quietly battling unseen demons. My father was one such champion. For much of my childhood, I was unaware of his struggles,…
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Embracing Fabulousness in Our 40s: A Myth Debunked
Get Pregnant Fast George Bernard Shaw famously remarked that “Youth is wasted on the young.” While I won’t go as far as to say that, I can certainly relate. My late teens and 20s were filled with both exhilarating experiences and quite a few tearful nights. Although Hollywood may suggest that I’ve passed my prime,…
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Embracing My Independence: How It Transforms My Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast When my first marriage ended, my children were still very young—my eldest was just two, and my youngest had recently turned one. The divorce was swift, but I was the one who initiated it, apprehensive about a prolonged battle. As a result, I agreed to an arrangement where my ex-husband held residential…
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How I Discovered the Art of Motherhood Through ‘Roseanne,’ ‘Mermaids,’ and Comedian Leo St. Clair
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, I embarked on an online journey to earn a paralegal degree from my local community college. This endeavor meant late-night study sessions after my then-4-year-old daughter had fallen asleep, diving into the world of Excel spreadsheets and Word formatting. It was every bit as exhausting as it sounds.…
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Why Wrinkles Are Not So Bad: The Upsides of Adulthood
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, adulthood—a time when we finally break free from the chaos of adolescence. Sure, we might see a few wrinkles or laugh lines, but let’s be real: those are badges of honor, not marks of shame. As we navigate through life, we often forget the tumultuous teen years filled with self-doubt and…
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6 Ways My Obsession with ‘Moonlighting’ Sabotaged My Adult Dating Life
Get Pregnant Fast While I can’t fault the talented cast and crew, the on-again, off-again romance between Maddie Hayes and David Addison left a lasting mark on my psyche, shaping my adult relationships in some rather unfortunate ways. As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the show, let’s explore how ‘Moonlighting’ has led to a…