Tag: relationships
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Why My Partner Seems to Prefer the Dog Over Me
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: May 12, 2015 Originally Published: April 12, 2010 Princess Diana once quipped, “There were three of us in this marriage, so it was a bit crowded.” I can definitely relate, but instead of a former love vying for attention, I’ve got a furry friend that seems to have captured my partner’s…
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Honesty: The Unwritten Rule for Wives
HUSBAND SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Get Pregnant Fast When your wife asks how she looks, heed these guidelines: Give her a thorough glance. Maintain eye contact for a reasonable duration to ensure your response feels genuine. Avoid prolonged scrutiny that might suggest you’re searching for flaws that don’t exist. Speak the truth, the whole truth, and nothing…
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Kristen Bell Shares the Reality Behind Her ‘Perfect’ Marriage: It’s Hard Work Like Everyone Else’s
Get Pregnant Fast When we think of love, we often envision a picture-perfect scenario, but let’s be real—it’s a blend of joy and significant effort. Maintaining a relationship can become especially challenging once kids enter the equation, and it’s all too easy to glance at other couples and assume they have it easier. However, even…
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Why I’ve Changed My Perspective on Mama’s Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 31, 2016 Originally Published: March 4, 2005 As a mother of three energetic boys, I’ve come to embrace the term “Mama’s Boys” with warmth and affection. Once, I viewed this label through a critical lens, associating it with weakness and dependence. I believed that Mama’s Boys were overly soft, submissive,…
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10 Ways Arguments Have Strengthened Our Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve often heard that money and household chores are the top sources of conflict for couples, but for my partner, Lucas, and me, our biggest debates revolve around who’s more exhausted and the true definition of a “bath.” Just so you know, starting the tub for our kids doesn’t count as bathing…
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Marriage Isn’t Picture-Perfect: Ditching the Illusion of Perfection
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real: the secret to a fulfilling marriage lies in letting go of that idealized version of what a happy union should be. Wipe that image from your mind—permanently. You might also want to release the fantasy of how your marriage functioned pre-kids, because that era is long gone (just like…
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5 Key Insights from Exploring Open Marriages
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the complexities of modern relationships can be a challenge, but reading about open marriages offers profound insights into love, fidelity, and personal choice. One such enlightening read is The Wild Oats Project, which opened my eyes to several crucial lessons. Here are five takeaways that really resonated with me. 1. Cheating…
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When It’s Time to Move On from a Friendship
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, I experienced the painful loss of a close friend—a best friend, to be exact. It wasn’t due to a tragic event; it felt more like a breakup. Yet, the emotional impact was significant, leaving me grappling with a whirlwind of anger, sadness, guilt, and bitterness. At the time,…
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The Other Parent: My Kids May Not Call Me ‘Mom’, But I Know My Worth
Get Pregnant Fast You’ve probably experienced those moments where your rational mind acknowledges something isn’t a big deal, yet your inner advocate just can’t let it go. Well, my inner advocate is quite persistent. I fully understand that I am cherished by my partner and our children. I recognize my value within our family dynamic.…