Tag: parenting journey
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The Top 10 Surprising Realities of Newborns
Get Pregnant Fast Babies are undeniably adorable and we often feel an overwhelming urge to cuddle them close! (When they’re not being a tad unsettling.) But let’s be real: they can sometimes resemble characters straight out of a horror flick. Think I’m exaggerating? Let’s dive into the details. Soft Spots: It’s common knowledge that a…
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The Joyful Phase of Parenthood: Embracing the Moment
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, while lounging at the neighborhood pool, it struck me with immense clarity. I glanced around to check on my kids, and as I truly observed them, I was overwhelmed. My eldest was joyfully splashing around with friends, the middle one was confidently diving off the board, and my youngest was in…
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Why I’ve Stopped Grieving My Autistic Child
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever had a moment that completely reshapes your perspective on life? A few months back, I attended a wake for a child, and the impact it had on me was profound. I find myself thinking of that little one and her family every single day. This experience opened my eyes…
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The Cherished Moments of Babyhood
Get Pregnant Fast Memory can be a peculiar thing. My earliest recollection is a hazy image of my mother, pregnant with my little sister, trying to explain how the miracle of life would unfold. It feels like a fleeting glimpse—akin to opening your eyes beneath the surface of water. I was just 3 years old…
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I Desire to Love and Be Loved: A Gay Man’s Perspective on Adoption
Get Pregnant Fast As an openly gay man in my early 50s, the desire to adopt has led me to face numerous curious looks and pointed inquiries, most notably, “Why?” Why indeed? This question has trailed me since I took my first parenting class last summer. Initially, I felt compelled to produce some elaborate justification…
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Silencing the Not-Good-Enoughs: Embrace Yourself with Fierce Love
Get Pregnant Fast I know which of my children drifts off to sleep on her back and which one stirs awake with an empty belly. I can tell who craves cuddles and who prefers her space. The sounds of their footsteps echoing down the hallway, filled with giggles and mischief, are as familiar to me…
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Embracing the Transformative Journey of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Entering motherhood often feels like losing a piece of yourself, marking a significant transition in your life. Typically, rites of passage come with insights and tools to help you navigate your new responsibilities. However, when you become a mother, all you’re met with are diaper coupons, a complimentary can of formula (regardless…
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The Reality of Motherhood: A Journey Beyond Expectations
Get Pregnant Fast Did you ever dream of being the ultimate eco-conscious mom? I certainly did, but life had a different roadmap in store for me. I’m a certified yoga instructor, a vegetarian, and I prioritize both my physical and mental health (okay, maybe not when ice cream and a glass of wine are involved).…
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The Bittersweet Journey of Transitioning from Babyhood to Toddlerhood
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Carter We find ourselves in that poignant space between baby and toddler, a delicate balance akin to a roller coaster holding its breath right before the thrilling descent. The early days were a bit shaky, climbing that steep incline of sleepless nights, endless spit-up, and the universal cries of an…