Tag: gratitude
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You Don’t Need to Conform to the Gratitude Pressure
Get Pregnant Fast As we step into November, a familiar wave of gratitude promotion washes over us. It seems like everyone, from major media outlets to well-known personalities, is urging us to reflect on our blessings. And let’s be honest—who has more to be grateful for than mothers? We have wonderful children whose love brings…
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Why Embracing 40 Can Be a Remarkable Experience
Get Pregnant Fast As I approached my 40th birthday, I realized I had been living in the shadows of this milestone far earlier than I expected. The moment I turned 36, 40 became this distant yet looming presence, much like a vehicle in a dream that you know is going to collide with you. During…
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10 Things I Cherish About Thanksgiving
Get Pregnant Fast As the Halloween festivities wrap up, a familiar warmth begins to fill our home, signaling the approach of Thanksgiving. For me, there’s nothing that embodies the essence of fall quite like this holiday. We gather around the table, embracing gratitude and love while navigating lively debates over politics with our eccentric relatives.…
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I Am a Mother: Grateful, Blessed, and Sometimes “That Mom”
Get Pregnant Fast I am a mother. I am “Mom.” I am “Mama.” I am “MOMMMMMMMMEEEEEEEE!!!” I live in yoga pants, yet I rarely practice yoga. My sneakers are always on, but running isn’t my forte. My hair? Often hidden under a baseball cap—mostly because I haven’t had the time to deal with my gray…
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Why I Don’t Believe It’s Unfair That I Have Cancer
Get Pregnant Fast I discovered a lump. Initially, I wasn’t too concerned; I had a cyst in the same area just a year prior that turned out to be harmless. I promptly called my doctor to schedule an appointment. During my visit with the nurse practitioner at my OBGYN’s office, she examined the lump and…
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A Heartfelt Thank-You to Our NICU Nurses
Get Pregnant Fast In a world few ever experience, the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) stands as a sanctuary for the tiniest and most vulnerable lives. It was a place my family called home for nearly four months, a time filled with both hope and despair. The NICU is a realm where life hangs in…
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How Gratitude Can Fortify Your Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast In my home, I’m typically the one who whips up dinner most evenings. My partner, Alex, often works late, so I make it a point to keep a plate warm for him when he gets back. Without fail, he expresses his thanks and compliments my cooking, even if it’s just leftover pasta…
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A Heartfelt Note to My Childhood Fairy from My Adult Self
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Lila, You never mentioned how challenging this adulting gig would be. Recently, I stumbled upon the collection of letters you penned to me over the years, written in your whimsical fairy script. Don’t fret; I’ve safeguarded them in a heart-shaped box alongside all the other sentimental treasures I refused to let…