Tag: anxiety
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The Overwhelming Nature of Parenthood: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast There was a time when I felt invincible, approaching life with a carefree attitude and hardly a care in the world. I’d laugh at danger, dismissing fear with a casual wave. Fear? Not in my vocabulary! But then life threw me the ultimate curveball: I became a parent. The moment I realized…
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5 Contradictions of Living with Mental Illness
Get Pregnant Fast Hey friends, let’s chat about a topic that many of us can relate to: living with mental illness. It’s a journey filled with ups and downs, and—let’s be honest—plenty of contradictions. I’ve been navigating this wild ride for nearly a decade now, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that mental…
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I’m a More Present Parent When I’m Medicated
Get Pregnant Fast In December, I made the decision to stop taking my medication for anxiety and depression. This choice stemmed from a change in my healthcare plan and a misguided belief that I had everything under control. When I first started taking medication, I was in a dark place, overwhelmed by tension and sadness.…
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Navigating Depression and Anxiety During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast “I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I just don’t feel excited about being a mom anymore,” I confessed to my physician, my voice barely above a whisper while tears streamed down my cheeks. The weight of shame was unbearable, and I struggled to meet my husband’s gaze. Even now, I wrestle…
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Navigating Life with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Your Journey Towards Healing
Get Pregnant Fast Dear friend, I want to share with you a perspective not just from a place, but from a transformative moment in my life—a moment filled with tranquility and understanding. Like you, I have battled relentless thoughts that seemed foreign to me, intrusive ideas that felt like they were imposed by an unseen…
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How Postpartum Anxiety Took My Happiness Away
Menu Lifestyle Get Pregnant Fast In the last weeks of my first pregnancy, my partner and I endured four long, challenging evenings in birthing classes. During the final session, the focus shifted to postpartum depression (PPD), where we learned about caring for both baby and mother in those delicate weeks following delivery. I distinctly recall…
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Finding My Own Way to Support the Women’s March: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s dive into the color pink for a moment. Throughout my childhood, I proudly claimed my disdain for it, resisting societal expectations that suggested girls should embrace all things pink and frilly. I was an athlete at heart, thriving in sports, which led me to reject the notion of being feminine. My…
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What Happens After Your Child Receives a Mental Health Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast “How are you holding up?” the psychologist inquired after his session with my son. This question has become a frequent refrain in my life since my son’s mental health diagnosis, posed by caring friends, family, and even my spouse. I appreciate the concern, but honestly, I often find myself at a loss…
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Everything That Could Go Wrong on My Daughter’s First Day of Kindergarten
Get Pregnant Fast As my daughter, Mia, gears up for her first day of kindergarten, I can’t help but ruminate on all the potential pitfalls that might await her. The thought that she might encounter that one mean girl from her preschool who could easily make her feel small and unworthy sends shivers down my…