Tag: memories
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The Wisdom Passed Down From My Mother
Get Pregnant Fast My mother recently celebrated her 80th birthday. She defies the stereotypes of what someone at that age is supposed to look or act like. Florence Henderson is 80. Cicely Tyson is 80. Willie Nelson, Barbara Feldon, Joan Rivers — all 80. It’s hard for me to grasp that these icons are that…
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This Time Capsule Will Take You on a Nostalgic Journey Back to the 90s
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re yearning for a blast from the past, you’ll definitely appreciate the incredible time capsule created by a woman during her teenage years. Emma Thompson recently discovered her three-part capsule while cleaning out her closet and decided it was time to share her nostalgic treasures with the world. “My mom insisted…
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Dear Partner, Sometimes I Yearn for You
Get Pregnant Fast Life & Relationships By Jamie Taylor Updated: March 16, 2021 Originally Published: September 17, 2016 Years ago, when we were just starting our journey as wide-eyed newlyweds, I had no clue about the intricacies of marriage and parenting. I never imagined date nights would turn into late-night board games and Sunday movie…
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A Piece of Junk Mail Reminded Me of My Loss and My Strength
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating life after losing a child is a journey that changes everything. As a parent who has faced this unimaginable grief, I often reflect on the distinct lines drawn between life “before” and “after” the loss. Over the years, while the tears may come less often, the ache in my heart remains.…
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Can They Stay Little Forever?
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: August 21, 2015 Originally Published: April 9, 2010 This morning, as I dropped off my 5-year-old at school, he turned away with a nonchalant shrug, refusing to give me a kiss goodbye. My heart sank. Already? I thought, feeling the sting of his indifference. “I’m not ready for this,” I whispered…
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Reflecting on My Adolescence to Support My Teens Through Theirs
Get Pregnant Fast As I observe my children navigating the tumultuous waters of adolescence, I feel a mix of pride and nostalgia. Having experienced these same challenges, I find myself in a unique position, one that allows me to empathize with their struggles. I remember vividly what it was like to be a teen, with…
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Why I Hold Onto the Heart-Wrenching Memories of My Lost Premature Babies
Get Pregnant Fast June 23, 2013: A date forever etched in my heart. How can a single day embody both the height of joy and the depths of despair? It was the day my triplets entered this world, yet tragically, it was also the day I lost my first child. As first-time parents, my partner…
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Why I Embraced Snuggles Over Sleep Routines
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, my partner and I have often championed the concept of routine. It’s been our go-to strategy for managing bedtimes, sleep training, meals, and pretty much every aspect of raising our children. Sure, there were friends who suggested we could relax our sleep schedule, but we found comfort in the structure…
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I’m Experiencing Baby Fever, But Not in the Way You Might Think
Get Pregnant Fast I find myself longing for a baby. Not a third child, and no, I’m not looking to adopt your little one (nice try, though). What I truly crave is to relive those early days with my own children. Whether it’s a boy or a girl doesn’t matter—maybe even both, but definitely not…