Tag: stress relief
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Finding Calm After Chaos: Chill Techniques for the Overwhelmed Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Sometimes, life can feel like an endless barrage of stress. Between the relentless news cycle, kids demanding attention at every turn, mounting bills, and a to-do list that seems to grow by the minute, it’s easy to feel a bit… well, frazzled. Let’s be honest, there are days when I’m just one…
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What Lamaze Breathing Is REALLY Good For
Get Pregnant Fast When you’re preparing for your first child, it’s almost a rite of passage to invest in “birth classes.” Expecting parents flock to these sessions, eager to learn about the birthing process and various pain management techniques. Among these, Lamaze breathing has become a cultural staple, featured in countless films and sitcoms. The…
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Why I Can’t Stand Yoga—And That’s Okay
Get Pregnant Fast Dear friends, family, that person in the waiting room, and the trainer at the gym whose advice I didn’t ask for: I understand that you’re all coming from a good place. You hear me voicing my stress and anxiety, lamenting my expanding waistline and nagging lower back pain, and you genuinely want…
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Two-Minute Meditation for Those Who Don’t Meditate
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, I’m Jamie. A self-proclaimed meditation novice. Despite my long hair and penchant for yoga pants, I have zero clue about meditation. Exercise? Not my strong suit. But what I excel at is stressing over every little thing life tosses my way. Sound familiar? You’re not alone! Jamie is the relatable…
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10 Phrases That Give Off a Chill Vibe… Even When You’re Not
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the ups and downs of motherhood often feels like a never-ending rollercoaster. If you find yourself spiraling into endless worries about everything from your child’s diet to their behavior, don’t fret! Here are ten phrases that will have everyone thinking you’ve mastered the art of relaxation—or that you’ve just discovered the…
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I Save the ‘Good Stuff’ for After Bedtime
Get Pregnant Fast Finally, the kids are tucked in, and I’m curled up in my favorite spot on the couch. The house is blissfully quiet—unless you count my snoring dog sprawled out at my feet, which I definitely do not. To my left, the remote control beckons, ready for me to reclaim my TV time…
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Mom Escapes to the Closet for a Much-Needed Break: Why We Can All Relate
Get Pregnant Fast In a relatable post that resonates with moms everywhere, blogger Jenna Brooks shares a chaotic evening at her home that many parents know all too well. Picture this: it’s a tough night, the kids are in full meltdown mode, your partner is stuck at work, the house looks like a tornado hit,…
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8 Reasons Why Target Can Drive a Mom to the Brink
Get Pregnant Fast Before becoming a parent, I never imagined I would be the one whisper-yelling in the aisles of Target. You know the scene: a mom trying to keep her cool while battling the urge to unleash a full-blown scream, but instead compressing all that frustration into a fierce whisper that could almost burst…
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10 Concerns Expecting Mothers Can Let Go Of
Get Pregnant Fast Entering the world of pregnancy can feel like a whirlwind of worries. Before becoming a mother, I, too, was oblivious to factors like artificial sweeteners or harmful chemicals in household products. Once I was responsible for another life, however, my anxiety skyrocketed. Suddenly, I was measuring the proximity of my home to…
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10 Stress-Free Tips for Hosting This Thanksgiving
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother of three energetic boys and someone who isn’t exactly known for their cleaning prowess, I’ve picked up a few valuable tricks to make Thanksgiving dinners at home a lot more enjoyable. Assuming you’ve also shoved clutter into closets and sprayed your linens with Febreze, let’s dive into these 10…