Tag: emotional rollercoaster
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The Seven Stages of a Sleepover Party: A Parents’ Guide
Get Pregnant Fast There are two things that truly terrify me: The notion of being trapped in a coffin. My kids asking for a sleepover party. I’ve braced myself to host a sleepover twice, and honestly, that was two times too many. The emotional journey of a sleepover can be likened to a wild rollercoaster…
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The 15 Emotional Phases of Experiencing the Latest ‘Star Wars’ Trailer
Get Pregnant Fast Gather around, fellow fans! Watching the new ‘Star Wars’ trailer is not just a simple viewing experience; it’s an emotional rollercoaster that takes us through a myriad of feelings. Here’s a breakdown of the 15 emotional stages we often go through. Surprise – The moment the trailer starts, you’re hit with an…
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26 Reasons I’ve Shed Tears Since Becoming a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast I used to roll my eyes at the tropes about emotional roller coasters that women supposedly go on during pregnancy or after having a baby. Sure, I noticed some shifts in my mood, but I didn’t think I was a walking stereotype. However, after welcoming my second child, I found myself transformed…
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9 Reasons Why Kids Can Be Truly Challenging (And Why We Should Appreciate Our Parents)
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it: parenting can be a wild ride, and if you’ve ever paused to reflect, you might find yourself realizing that the chaos your kids create is eerily reminiscent of the trouble you put your own parents through. This epiphany often strikes during those exhausting toddler years when you suddenly wonder,…
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10 Things Only a Mother of a Tween Girl Can Truly Relate To
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the transition from little girl to tween is a journey that every mother of a daughter knows all too well. It feels like just yesterday I was wrangling with diaper changes and endless episodes of cartoons. Now, I’m navigating the delightful chaos that comes with raising a tween. It’s a mix…
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Pregnancy: The Not-So-Glitzy Reality
Get Pregnant Fast Dear advertisers, filmmakers, and content creators, As a woman currently navigating the ups and downs of pregnancy, I need to address a significant discrepancy in your portrayals of this experience. It’s time to stop glossing over the raw and often unflattering realities of pregnancy, which are far removed from the shiny, idyllic…
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7 Unhelpful Remarks to Avoid When Supporting Someone Facing Infertility
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the journey of trying to conceive can be incredibly challenging. As someone who spent 18 arduous months attempting to bring a child into the world, I can attest to the emotional rollercoaster it entails. While I ultimately found success, the struggles I faced during that time were far from easy. It…
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Why Didn’t Anyone Mention Pregnancy Limbo?
Get Pregnant Fast I knew something was off when I found myself tearing up during Sister Act 2. I’m not one to cry, especially while working out on the treadmill. Sure, it’s a heartwarming tale, and I do have a soft spot for gospel music, but really? In the days following that emotional episode, I…
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12 Brutally Honest Things I Wish I Could Say to My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Parenthood is a wild ride filled with ups and downs that you can only truly appreciate when you’re knee-deep in the chaos. Some days, it feels like a mixture of joy, frustration, and exhaustion all rolled into one. As a parent, there are moments when the polite words I share with my…
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9 Times I Truly “Can’t Even” as a Mom
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate the wild journey of motherhood, I often find myself uttering the phrase, “I can’t even.” It’s a simple yet powerful expression that sums up those overwhelming moments we all experience as moms. According to Urban Dictionary, this phrase has become a standalone sentence, and it’s not hard to see…