Tag: anxiety
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Screw You, Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast Anxiety often feels like a fragile thread holding me together, as if there’s an enormous void beneath my ribs that I’m desperately trying to patch up. It’s a physical sensation, one that turns my skin inside out and sends shivers down my spine. Most of the time, I’m fine—just a quirky, generous,…
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As a Parent with OCD, I Worry About My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast It’s well after 8 p.m., and my son should be tucked in bed. On this rare occasion when his dad is home, I should be savoring a quiet evening, free from the usual toddler bedtime antics, especially since his baby sister is sound asleep. But, as is often the case on these…
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The Worries of a Concerned Mother
Get Pregnant Fast As a child raised in a Catholic school, part of my routine included confessing my misdeeds to a priest. I still vividly remember the anxiety I felt over the three check-marks I received for performing unauthorized cartwheels during gym class, which ended in a mandatory term paper on hockey—a sport I still…
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If You Struggle With Anxiety or Depression, You’ll Relate to These Incredible Cartoons
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re living with anxiety or depression, you’re not alone. Many individuals face these challenges, and while conversations around mental health have become more mainstream, there’s still a lingering stigma. That’s precisely why the work of artist Lily Thompson resonates so deeply. Thompson, a talented illustrator from the UK, shares her personal…
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It Turns Out My Anxiety Might Be a Sign of Genius
Get Pregnant Fast My mom affectionately referred to them as “worry warts,” and it quickly became our endearing label for the relentless anxiety that seemed to plague us both. The kind of anxiety that had me convinced that a tiny bump on my wrist was a rare tumor threatening to end my adolescence prematurely. Or…
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Overcoming Postpartum Depression: My Journey to Healing
Get Pregnant Fast Postpartum depression is a very real challenge that many women face. When I welcomed my first child, I experienced the usual emotional ups and downs—everything felt fresh and bewildering, compounded by sleepless nights. But the arrival of my second child was a completely different experience that hit me hard. My anxiety began…
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Why I Have No Regrets About Taking Antidepressants During My Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, parenting often feels like navigating a minefield of ever-changing research and opinions, especially when it comes to mental health during pregnancy. A recent piece on a popular blog delves into the tough choice surrounding antidepressant use while expecting, linking it to potential risks like autism. Reading it stirred a…
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Navigating Parenthood with Anxiety: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast As I stood in the kitchen, my partner, Sarah, bustling about in her favorite flannel shirt, I couldn’t shake the feeling of inadequacy that washed over me. Our three kids were engrossed in a movie in the living room, but I felt anything but relaxed. “I just feel like I’m failing,” I…
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Navigating Preschool Anxiety: A Journey Worth Taking
Get Pregnant Fast As a devoted stay-at-home parent, I was initially hesitant about enrolling my children in preschool. With a tight budget and a fulfilling routine at home, the thought of sending my boys off to school seemed daunting. The prospect of spending money on preschool felt hard to justify, especially when our family was…