Tag: fatigue
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Are You Experiencing the Post-Postpartum Phase? Let’s Stop the Guilt
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, as I slipped into a maternity T-shirt, a thought crossed my mind: “It’s okay, you’re still in the postpartum phase.” Then it hit me—I’m two years into the post-postpartum phase. I weaned my second child over a year ago. By now, I should have settled back into normalcy. But truth be…
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Am I Experiencing a Health Crisis or Just the Trials of Parenthood?
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I found myself grappling with intense eye discomfort. My right eye became watery, swollen, and incredibly sensitive to light, making it nearly impossible to keep it open. Lesson learned: never Google your symptoms. Before I succumbed to a panic attack, I splashed my face with water, took out my contact lens,…
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When You’re Unexpectedly Hit by Parenting Fatigue
Get Pregnant Fast I never anticipated the overwhelming flood of emotions that motherhood would usher into my life. From the moment the test revealed that life-changing plus sign, I was engulfed by a whirlwind of feelings. Excitement, weariness, anxiety, uncertainty, fear, relief, and joy — and all of this occurred even before I laid eyes…
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Understanding Fatigue During Pregnancy: Causes and How to Combat Exhaustion
Get Pregnant Fast Feeling utterly drained during pregnancy? You’re certainly not alone. Fatigue is a common experience for many expectant mothers, particularly during the early stages and again in the later months. Let’s explore the reasons behind this fatigue and some strategies to help you cope. Is Extreme Fatigue Normal in Early Pregnancy? Yes, feeling…