Tag: family
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Shifting the Focus: A Reflection on Motherhood and Self-Care
Get Pregnant Fast As part of my nightly routine, I tuck my daughters into bed before slipping into the bathroom for some much-needed self-care. It’s in front of the mirror that I confront the nuances of turning 40. I remind myself that noticing the new lines on my face and the more pronounced pores is…
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Patton Oswalt’s Daughter’s Heartfelt Insight: ‘You’re the Best Memory of Your Mom’
Get Pregnant Fast When faced with the sudden loss of a loved one, the waves of grief can feel insurmountable. It’s a heartbreaking reality that many of us may encounter, and the emotional turmoil can be particularly overwhelming for children. Recently, comedian Patton Oswalt’s young daughter, Lily, shared a poignant thought about her late mother,…
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No, I Don’t Want My Birth Filmed. Seriously, Get That Camera Out of Here.
Get Pregnant Fast During my first labor, I invited my entire family to join me in the delivery room. I thought it would be a heartwarming experience, a day filled with laughter and shared joy. Unfortunately, I was mistaken. As the Pitocin coursed through my veins, and I felt the first wave of contractions, I…
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Why My Sons Have Long Hair
Get Pregnant Fast People often confuse my sons for girls. When they do, I gently correct them, using “he” or “him” instead of “she.” Strangers frequently look mortified and mumble apologies, as if mistaking my sons for girls is a serious faux pas. I simply brush it off with a reassuring smile. After all, when…
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Empty Nest: Would You Choose This Path Again?
Get Pregnant Fast Not long ago, I heard a story about a friend who, while dropping off their youngest child at college, turned to their partner and said, “…as I was saying.” This was a light-hearted remark, yet it captures a profound truth: the years spent in active parenting can feel like a lengthy, joyful…
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10 Insights on Motherhood Through a Father’s Lens
Get Pregnant Fast “I can’t believe it, I’m pregnant!” These words echo in my mind, a moment frozen in time. My wife, just 23 and newly married, faced the overwhelming news with a mix of fear and excitement. Our finances were tight, and I hadn’t even graduated college yet. But we embraced the uncertainty together,…
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Embracing the Journey of Adopting an Older Child
Get Pregnant Fast Eleven months ago, our lives changed forever when we welcomed our daughter into our home through a direct adoption from the foster care system. She was nine years old and had spent the previous six months in a group facility. The moment we met her in the administrative office, I felt an…
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Redefining ‘Normal’ in the Journey of Parenting a Child with Special Needs
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever been asked, “Is your other child normal?” How would you respond to that? This question was directed at me not long ago, and it prompted a deep reflection on the meaning of “normal.” According to Oxford Dictionaries, “normal” is defined as “conforming to a standard; usual, typical or expected.”…
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10 Outrageously Absurd Arguments I’ve Endured With My 5-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve always been a fan of engaging conversations. Whether sharing laughs or exchanging understanding glances, I thrive on social interactions. That was until I became a parent. The number of utterly perplexing, puzzling discussions I’ve had with my eldest child (the little one is still finding his words) must be well into…