Tag: emotional comfort
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Embracing the Journey of Childhood: Letting Go in Their Own Time
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit in my minivan, I can’t help but notice the blue blanket nestled in the center console. It’s been there for four days now, and while I refer to it as a “blanket,” the truth is more along the lines of “well-loved, hole-riddled rag.” For nearly a decade, this blanket…
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Yes, My 3-Year-Old Still Uses a Pacifier
Get Pregnant Fast As my son approaches his third birthday next month, he still relies on his beloved pacifier, which he affectionately calls his “bink.” I’d like to say I’m unfazed by the opinions of others regarding his pacifier use at this age, but that wouldn’t be entirely accurate. Deep down, I grapple with feelings…