Tag: co-parenting
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“He’s the Love of My Life”: Jenna Hart Opens Up About the Pain of Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast In a revealing interview with a popular lifestyle magazine, Jenna Hart candidly shares her experiences following her divorce and explains why we shouldn’t harbor resentment towards her ex, Mark Rivers. Known for her poise and commitment to her children, Jenna has captured the hearts of many, especially in light of the emotional…
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Navigating Divorce Without Harming Your Children
Get Pregnant Fast Divorce is rarely easy, but it’s a reality for many families. In the U.S., the divorce rate for first marriages hovers between 40% and 50%, and it tends to rise with each subsequent marriage. While some may embrace the change—like my friend Sarah, who threw a lavish party to mark her divorce—many…
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Why I Appreciate My Ex-Husband
Get Pregnant Fast Eight years after we promised forever, my former spouse and I realized our paths were meant to diverge. Both having grown up in divorced families—he with one experience, and I with three—we were all too aware of the impact this decision could have on our then-five-year-old daughter. His father had only appeared…
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Navigating Co-Parenting with Your Former Partner
Get Pregnant Fast Co-parenting with an ex-lover can be challenging, especially when emotions are still raw. My journey with my former partner, whom I’ll call Jake, has been anything but straightforward. We began as best friends, eventually became romantically involved, married, and faced the inevitable ups and downs of any relationship. Our journey culminated in…
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Mom’s Heartfelt Thank-You Note to Ex’s New Partner Goes Viral
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, tales of conflicts between ex-partners and new significant others are all too common. Blending families can be challenging, especially for stepmoms who are navigating relationships with children they didn’t bring into the world. That’s why it’s refreshing to spotlight a mother who chose to emphasize the importance of supporting…
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Learning to Step Back: Allowing My Partner to Shine as a Father
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate my recovery from a recent surgery, I’ve come to appreciate the crucial role my partner plays in our child’s growth. While I’ve always recognized the significance of a father’s presence, it’s easy to lose sight of that when you’re the one managing the household solo, particularly when your partner…
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When Your Children’s Father Becomes Your Adversary
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jessica Taylor Updated: July 16, 2020 Originally Published: Dec. 17, 2015 aslysun / Shutterstock Just four short years ago, after tucking in my toddler, I dedicated a good 15 minutes to restoring my living room. Each toy had its designated spot, ensuring we could easily find everything the next day.…
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The Enduring Pain of Divorce: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the world as a divorced mother has been my reality for the past ten months. While I won’t count the preceding year of separation—when I still held onto the hope for reconciliation—this duration has been long enough for me to face the truth of my situation. Here’s where I stand: I’m…
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A Heartfelt Note to Dads Who Embrace Equal Responsibility in Childcare
Get Pregnant Fast My partner, Jake, isn’t perfect. He leaves his socks in the most random places and has a knack for getting lost even with GPS. He often overlooks the overflowing trash bin, and let’s not even talk about his legendary inability to find things in the fridge. But here’s the thing: he’s an…
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Why I Cherish Celebrating Mother’s Day with My Partner
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: November 30, 2016 Originally Published: May 8, 2010 Sharing Mother’s Day with my partner might not seem like the most traditional choice, but it’s honestly one of the best decisions we’ve made. My partner understands better than anyone that both of us deserve a break, and that’s where our special tradition…