Tag: self-acceptance
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A Letter to My Eating Disorder: It’s Time to Say Goodbye
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Eating Disorder, Consider this a heartfelt farewell. It’s time for us to part ways. It’s not you; it’s me. You don’t stand to lose anything, do you? You thrive on loss and despair, feasting on my vulnerabilities. Each lost moment and each ounce shed is a gain for you, yet it’s…
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Embracing ‘Good Enough’ Makes Me a Better Mom
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a saying that becoming a mother means carrying your heart outside your body forever. This resonates deeply, often in ways I never anticipated. From the moment we enter parenthood, a cloud of worry envelops us, and the demands placed upon mothers can feel utterly overwhelming. The expectations society heaps on us…
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Embracing My Quirky Side: Why I’m No Longer Afraid to Be a ‘Weird’ Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: October 28, 2023 Originally Published: June 15, 2015 Not long ago, a fellow mom asked if I ever faced judgment from other parents because I tend to embrace my quirky side. Did I worry that my uniqueness would reflect poorly on my child? My answer? Absolutely, yes. I’ve encountered that judgment…
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What to Wear to Your Divorce Mediation
Get Pregnant Fast Imagine waking up one morning, knowing today is the day you have to sit down for mediation with your ex-husband. Wait—he’s still your husband until the paperwork is finalized, which is exactly why you’re headed to mediation. It’s a complicated title to navigate. The date looms large: just three days away from…
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Indulging in Pregnancy: My Journey of Culinary Delight and Self-Acceptance
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is a unique and often bewildering experience for many women. It can evoke a range of emotions and behaviors, from laughing at silly commercials to developing an unexpected attachment to a body pillow. During the first trimester, we grapple with morning sickness and the discomfort of our changing bodies. As we…
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My Tattoos Don’t Define My Parenting Style
Get Pregnant Fast “Does your mom like rock music?” Recently, one of my son’s friends posed this question to him after spotting me at a school event. I couldn’t help but chuckle when I heard it. The inquiry likely stemmed from the fact that I stood out among the sea of parents clad in school…
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Embracing the Unexpected: My Postpartum Journey and 7 Body Changes You Should Know About
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Carter Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 Originally Published: Feb. 8, 2023 I anticipated that pregnancy would transform my body in ways I couldn’t fully grasp. After all, nurturing a little human is no small feat, and it’s only natural for your body to experience a bit of chaos along the way.…
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The Frustrating Evolution of a 40-Year-Old Woman’s Skin
Get Pregnant Fast A few months back, I found myself in a beauty aisle, loading up on an array of skincare products—acne pads, face wash from a well-known brand, and a stack of washcloths. After bringing my haul home, I excitedly laid it all out in the bathroom and called my three daughters over. “Feel…
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The Lane Bryant Commercial That Networks Are Shying Away From
Get Pregnant Fast A new Lane Bryant commercial is making waves, but you might not catch it on your screen anytime soon, as several networks are reportedly hesitant to air it. A spokesperson for Lane Bryant shared with the Daily News that multiple networks have declined to accept the ad “as is.” “I don’t think…
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26 Reflections on Discovering My First Gray Hair
Get Pregnant Fast As I stepped into the bathroom for my routine morning shower, I glanced in the mirror, expecting the usual reflection. But today was different; a peculiar shimmer caught my eye as I turned my head. Moving closer to the medicine cabinet, I was met with the undeniable sight of it—a solitary, wiry…