Tag: self-worth
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My Mother’s Wedding Preparations
Get Pregnant Fast My mother is gearing up for a wedding, which means she needs a complete makeup overhaul. Selecting the perfect blush, eyeliner, and just the right shade of Revlon lipstick takes me at least ten minutes. I’ve already exhausted myself taking her shopping for high heels. When your mother is living with dementia,…
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Nurturing Healthy Daughters Who Understand That No Woman is an ‘Angel’
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating womanhood is a journey, one that I have experienced both before and after becoming a mother. I started off as a tomboy, awkwardly flirting with makeup and fashion, including the elusive cat-eye eyeliner (which I never mastered). Throughout my career, I’ve learned that being a woman in the workplace often comes…
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Am I Raising a Praise Addict?
Get Pregnant Fast There was a moment recently when I noticed the look on my son’s face—his eyes sparkled, and he bit his lip, trying to suppress a grin. He was proud of himself. He nodded enthusiastically, answered questions correctly, and displayed impeccable manners—just as I had taught him. Later, he expressed how much he…
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“I’m a Great Parent”: A Reminder to Appreciate Ourselves
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent interview with host Matt Lauer, actress Jenna Blake shared a powerful message about parenting that resonates with many of us. As we navigate the ups and downs of raising children, it’s easy to get caught up in feelings of guilt and self-doubt. We often scrutinize our every decision, worrying…
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Enough As I Am
Get Pregnant Fast “That photo doesn’t do you justice,” my friend Amy remarked as we huddled around my smartphone. “I mean, she’s attractive, but you’re way more stunning with your gorgeous blonde locks.” It was a winter evening spent with my closest friends, and after much deliberation, I finally bared my heart—like peeling off a…
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Why I Let Go of Worrying About My Kids’ Perception of Me as a Stay-at-Home Mom
Get Pregnant Fast The morning routine began like any other. My little boy, still in his superhero pajamas, stumbled out of bed, bleary-eyed and full of energy. “Breakfast!” he announced, his voice brightening the room as he rubbed the sleep from his eyes, gazing up at the microwave with a mop of tousled blonde curls.…