Tag: self-discovery
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I’m Not Apologizing for Wanting to Reclaim My Career
Get Pregnant Fast If I had the chance to redo my journey, I would think twice about becoming a stay-at-home mom (SAHM). There, I said it. Now, before you jump to conclusions, let me clarify. Thirteen years ago, when I decided to devote my time to raising my first child, it felt like the best…
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I Cut Ties with My Own Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Amy Carter Updated: July 16, 2020 Originally Published: Sep. 12, 2011 As a child, I often found myself engulfed in a whirlwind of anxiety and confusion, never realizing that my feelings were far from the norm. I mistakenly believed that these emotions were entirely my fault. Years down the line,…
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20 Essential Life Lessons for My 20-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast As my eldest child, Alex, just stepped into his twenties, I find myself reflecting on what that milestone really means. It’s a reminder of my own youth—sitting in a college classroom, cramming for a Shakespeare midterm, and wearing a thrifted blouse that screamed irony. Those days feel like they were just yesterday,…
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Reclaiming My Voice and Rediscovering Joy Post-Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast After making the tough decision to separate, my ex-partner and I navigated several months of cohabitation that felt incredibly awkward. He took over the guest room while I remained in our shared bedroom, creating a tense atmosphere that was hard for our kids to grasp. I often found myself hyper-aware of his…
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How Motherhood Transformed My Klutziness: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast I was the girl known for her clumsiness, often finding myself stumbling and tripping, only to end up flat on my face. “I’m such a klutz!” I’d laugh, oblivious to the fact that labeling myself in that way only invited others to chuckle at my expense, rather than with me. At a…
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How My Divorce Transformed Me into a Better Mom
Get Pregnant Fast When my ex-partner revealed his desire for a divorce, I felt like my world was crumbling. I was overwhelmed, not only by the thought of being single for the first time in over a decade, but also by the responsibility of raising a toddler. How could I balance my demanding career as…
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A Letter to My First Love
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, that quirky holiday we all rush around for, simultaneously scoffing at it and secretly wishing for gifts. “Valentine’s Day? Who cares?” you might say. “It’s just another commercialized occasion.” Yet, you find yourself yearning for even a small token of affection while you watch your friends revel in their bouquets and…
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Navigating Your Thirties: Embracing Life’s Beautiful Chaos
Get Pregnant Fast In just a few weeks, I’ll be another year older. While this birthday isn’t a major milestone, it tends to blend into the rest, making it both special and insignificant all at once. It’s one of those “something” birthdays. Reflecting on my past writings about the age of 33, I realize not…
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Everything I Want My Newborn Daughter to Understand
Get Pregnant Fast Dear precious daughter, As soon as you entered this world, the comments about your beauty started rolling in. Yes, you are stunning, especially in the eyes of your dad and me. However, I want you to seek praise for the skills you cultivate and the hard work you put in rather than…