Tag: maternal support
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Hey New Mama, Can You Do Me a Favor?
Get Pregnant Fast The first few months of motherhood can be one of the most challenging experiences you’ll face. While many people warned me about the trials ahead, nothing could truly prepare me for the whirlwind of emotions and exhaustion that comes with caring for a newborn. The blend of postpartum hormones, sleepless nights, and…
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Why You Should Avoid Commenting On (Or Touching) A Pregnant Woman’s Body
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy, childbirth, and the journey into motherhood are transformative experiences for women. When a woman becomes pregnant, she essentially shares her body with another life for about 10 months—closer to a year than the commonly stated nine months—and often longer if she chooses to breastfeed. During this time, her body undergoes significant…
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Tiffany Thompson Prefers Nursing in a Bathroom Stall Over Public Spaces
Get Pregnant Fast In a candid discussion, actress Tiffany Thompson shared her thoughts on breastfeeding in public, revealing a surprising preference for privacy over the public eye. This perspective diverges from the common narrative we often see in the media about mothers advocating for their right to nurse openly wherever they are allowed. It’s essential…
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The Mother Who Faced Backlash for Taking Her Infant to a Movie
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, a story emerged about a mother who faced severe backlash after taking her baby to a screening of the film “Bad Moms.” This incident has escalated to the point where the mother is receiving death threats online, highlighting the intense scrutiny that comes with motherhood. Sophie Martinez, one of the mothers…
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Navigating the Tides of Grief as a Mother Without a Mother
Get Pregnant Fast “No one ever warned me that grief could feel so much like fear.” –C.S. Lewis As I lay in a hospital bed, on the brink of welcoming my baby into the world, I found myself yearning for my mother. I envisioned her sitting beside me, holding my hand, whispering words of encouragement…
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6 Breastfeeding Covers That Promote Comfort for Everyone Around You
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, it’s hard to believe that breastfeeding mothers still face judgment and shame, especially in public spaces. Remember the incident at the local grocery store? Or the note a mother received at her child’s scout meeting? These stories are all too common, revealing a troubling trend that needs to change.…
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What I Find Challenging About National Breastfeeding Month
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re active on social media in the U.S., you can’t escape the buzz surrounding National Breastfeeding Month. Images of mothers breastfeeding are omnipresent—on feeds and timelines everywhere. Let me be clear: I chose not to breastfeed my three children. It wasn’t due to inability or failure, but simply because it wasn’t…
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To the Expectant Mother Facing a Heartbreaking Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast First and foremost, please know that you will be okay. I understand that right now, that might be hard to fathom. Your heart feels shattered, and the weight of fear is overwhelming. All you want is for your baby to be healthy and safe. I was in your shoes several years ago.…
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5 Missteps Breastfeeding Advocates Should Avoid
Get Pregnant Fast As a staunch advocate for breastfeeding, I recognize the importance of supporting mothers in their feeding choices. I grew up in an environment where breastfeeding was celebrated, thanks to my mother, a former lactation consultant and La Leche League leader. After nursing all three of my children into toddlerhood, I have shared…