Tag: personal growth
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Why I Don’t Feel Regret About My Parenting ‘Mistakes’
Get Pregnant Fast A decade ago, I discovered I was expecting my first child, and what a journey it has been! The past ten years have been filled with a rollercoaster of experiences—highs and lows, challenges and joys, and unexpected revelations. If I paid attention to the myriad of “parenting experts,” I would assume I’ve…
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I’m More Than Just ‘Mom’
Get Pregnant Fast I have two children, but I don’t identify solely as a mother. Let me clarify: my love for them is immense—so deep that I could spend hours just inhaling the scent of their hair. However, being a mother is just one facet of who I am. I invest my energy into parenting…
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Maybe I’m Not Completely Messing Up This Mom Gig
Get Pregnant Fast Last week, I had one of those days. You know the type—the ones where everything feels like an uphill battle, and it seems like the universe is conspiring against you. I was drowning in a mountain of laundry, my house looked like a tornado hit it, and I found myself snapping at…
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20 Essential Dos and Don’ts After a Divorce
Do rediscover your sense of humor—especially about your own quirks. Just maybe keep it off the social media feed for now. Don’t indulge in a nightly ritual of mint chocolate chip ice cream; while it’s tempting, it won’t help your fitness journey (but go ahead and treat yourself every now and then). Do explore the…
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The Day I Strayed from My Parenting Principles
Get Pregnant Fast As a child, I experienced spankings that left a lasting impression on me. I can vividly recall the last time it happened. My cousin and I were engrossed in a game of Girl Talk, and one of the dares prompted us to make a prank call. With the old-school portable phone in…
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Shifting the Focus: A Reflection on Motherhood and Self-Care
Get Pregnant Fast As part of my nightly routine, I tuck my daughters into bed before slipping into the bathroom for some much-needed self-care. It’s in front of the mirror that I confront the nuances of turning 40. I remind myself that noticing the new lines on my face and the more pronounced pores is…
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Why Motherhood and Perfection Are Incompatible
Get Pregnant Fast Let me share a little secret: I used to be a perfectionist. It’s not that I believed I was perfect, but rather that I felt an overwhelming urge to excel in every facet of my life. I was a people-pleaser, constantly worried about how others perceived me. Everything had to be done…
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Confronting the Birthday Blahs: Reflections on Turning 42
Get Pregnant Fast As the eve of my 42nd birthday approaches, I find myself grappling with the all-too-familiar urge to retreat to the pantry for comfort. But this year, I’m resolved to tackle the Birthday Blahs head-on. Instead of wallowing, I’m choosing to reflect on why this milestone can be even more fulfilling than turning…
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What’s Wrong with Wanting to Look Good?
Get Pregnant Fast Not too long ago, I revealed to a close friend that I had opted for a cosmetic enhancement several years back—a personal decision I had kept close to my chest, only shared with a handful of trusted friends. Her response was rather nonchalant. “Well, you’ve always cared about your appearance,” she remarked.…
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5 Key Insights from Exploring Open Marriages
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the complexities of modern relationships can be a challenge, but reading about open marriages offers profound insights into love, fidelity, and personal choice. One such enlightening read is The Wild Oats Project, which opened my eyes to several crucial lessons. Here are five takeaways that really resonated with me. 1. Cheating…