Tag: happiness
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9 Reasons Life in Your 40s Beats Your 20s
Get Pregnant Fast As you transition from your 20s to your 40s, you might hear older folks claim that you’re entering “the best years of your life.” Back then, I often felt lost in a sea of career uncertainty and relationship woes, leading me to question if things would only get tougher. Thankfully, I can…
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Redefining Success: Lessons from Parenting a Child with Sensory Processing Disorder
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit by the pool, watching my son during his swimming lesson, a wave of happiness washes over me. He dives in, and when he resurfaces, his face beams with a huge grin. It’s a moment of triumph. Just a short while ago, sensory processing disorder made it nearly impossible for…
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Learning to Embrace My Blessings Instead of Fearing the Worst
Lifestyle Get Pregnant Fast Jan. 25, 2023 When life is genuinely going well, you’d think the only thing left to do is savor it. However, I’ve found myself doing quite the opposite, and it turns out I’m not alone in this experience. It’s reassuring to know that others share similar feelings, and we all deserve…
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You Must Fight for Joy in Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a rollercoaster ride filled with ups and downs. The other day, my son, Max, had me in stitches. It was a simple knock-knock joke, but his impeccable timing and delivery had me laughing genuinely. Moments like these are the lifelines I cling to amid the overwhelming demands of motherhood.…
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25 Moments of Joy from My Day
Get Pregnant Fast Sometimes, life has a way of draining the happiness right out of us, doesn’t it? Even when my basic needs—food, water, shelter—are met, the grind of adulting can be a real drag. But just when everything feels upside down and bleak, there are always those little gems that pop up to remind…
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12 TED Talks Every Parent Should Explore
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, the quest for knowledge and self-improvement can feel overwhelming. Luckily, TED Talks offer a wealth of insightful perspectives that can deepen our understanding of parenting. These short, impactful talks cover everything from emotional intelligence to resilience, making them essential viewing for anyone navigating the complex journey of parenthood. Here’s…
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Moms, Stop Sacrificing Your Well-Being — Prioritize Yourself
Get Pregnant Fast So many of us were raised by mothers who put their own dreams on the back burner for the sake of their children. They sacrificed careers, personal goals, and even their own meals just to ensure we were taken care of. While their love is undeniably noble, it’s essential to recognize that…
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Embracing My Body: A Journey to Happiness in Every Size
Get Pregnant Fast Let me share something personal with you. The woman you see in the first image is me—just a few years back, after having three kids. This picture was taken at the lake, just two months before I turned 35. Believe it or not, I was the smallest I had been since I…
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7 Surprising Advantages of Raising a Child with Down Syndrome
Get Pregnant Fast The moment arrives. A tiny bundle of joy rests in your arms, and as you gaze into their eyes, thoughts swirl—when will they take their first steps? When will they speak their first words? For those parenting a child with special needs, these questions can be daunting. When my son was born…