Tag: self-acceptance
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4 Reasons I Am Embracing Menopause
Get Pregnant Fast Are you feeling the early signs of menopause? While hot flashes and hormonal mood swings can be less than enjoyable, there are silver linings to this transition. Most women start noticing the changes in their 40s, and I’m here to share four reasons why it’s not all doom and gloom. When I…
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Why Photoshopping Your Child’s School Pictures Is a Terrible Idea
Get Pregnant Fast Is it just me, or does it seem fundamentally WRONG for any company to offer to PHOTOSHOP your child’s school photos? It can’t be just me, right? I’m relieved we’re on the same wavelength. Let’s dive into this. The Problem with Retouching How did we reach a point where adding a “photo…
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Confessions of a Reformed Perfectionist
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Dec. 19, 2016 Originally Published: Jan. 9, 2012 Let me share a little secret: I’m a former perfectionist. It’s not that I consider myself flawless; rather, I’ve always felt this overwhelming urge to excel in everything I do. I’m a people-pleaser at heart, and I often find myself overly concerned with…
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The Best Resolution I Ever Made Was to Stop Mom-Shaming
Get Pregnant Fast Once upon a time, I was all about New Year’s resolutions. Fast forward to today, and honestly? They feel more like a chore than a chance to reflect and improve. Who needs the added stress of setting goals like “Lose those stubborn 10 pounds” or “Work out three times a week”? Let’s…
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Finding Freedom in My Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast September 1, 2023 Every now and then, I catch a glimpse of myself in a window or mirror and feel a wave of unfamiliarity wash over me. For many years, I grappled with self-loathing—not just the reflection staring back at me, but the entire person I was. Achieving a sense of self-love…
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An Open Letter to the Exhausted Mother in the Grocery Store
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Exhausted Mother in the Grocery Store, I saw you there. Lunchables? Seriously? I noticed your little one begging for popsicles as you stood in front of the freezer, contemplating which flavor to choose. I watched you leave the store with your growing child nestled in the cart, bombarding you with questions.…
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5 Ways My 20-Something Sister Has Helped Me Embrace Life at 40
Get Pregnant Fast When my younger sister Sarah, a vibrant 23-year-old, shared pictures of us at our father’s birthday bash on Instagram, I felt a familiar wave of anxiety. Her youthful glow and luscious hair stood in stark contrast to my own reflection in those high-definition snaps—crow’s feet, thinning hair, and dark circles that no…
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I’m Not in a Hurry to Shed the Baby Weight, and That’s Just Fine
Get Pregnant Fast Curvy. Statuesque. Voluptuous. Amazonian. Not exactly petite. Baby hippo. In the eleven months since my little one made their grand entrance, these are just a few of the colorful ways I’ve described my body. Yes, I stand tall, but I won’t deny that my belly—complete with all its stretch marks—feels like it’s…
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It’s Time to Celebrate Your Achievements Without Apology
Get Pregnant Fast As I enjoyed a leisurely coffee with an old friend, she inquired about my recent career changes. After transitioning to a new field a few years ago, I’ve dedicated myself to establishing my place and am finally beginning to see the fruits of my labor. My friend was thrilled to hear about…