Tag: mental load
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Why Can’t I Turn Off This Constant To-Do List?
Get Pregnant Fast Each morning, just before I fully awaken, a relentless electronic ticker begins to scroll behind my eyelids. It’s an unending list of tasks that demand my attention, starting with the essentials: lift the wailing toddler from the crib, change the diaper, pour myself that much-needed cup of coffee, and prepare breakfast for…
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Mom’s Thoughts as I Drift Off to Sleep
Get Pregnant Fast As a natural planner, it’s hard for me to unwind at the end of the day when all I want to do is relax. After a long day filled with the hustle and bustle of motherhood, my mind often races with thoughts that prevent me from falling asleep. I’m sure many other…
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The Mental Load of Motherhood: What Moms Keep in Their Minds
Get Pregnant Fast There’s an immense weight that every mother carries in her heart and mind, a collection of memories and responsibilities that shape our daily lives. I can still vividly recall the first movements of my babies within me—one felt like a playful fish swimming beneath my skin, while the other was a gentle…
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Is Guilt an Inescapable Part of Motherhood?
Get Pregnant Fast My recent check-up at 32 weeks was just like the others: strong heartbeat? Check. On track with measurements? Check. Weight gain? Double check. “Only eight more weeks to go!” my midwife exclaimed, her smile bright. “Ugh. I was hoping you’d say there was a mistake and I’m actually due tomorrow. I’m so…
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I Want… To Be a Mom
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve never really considered myself a morning person. I’ve always preferred staying up late and indulging in a few extra hours of sleep. However, motherhood has a way of altering your internal clock. Some days, I get lucky and my daughter sleeps in until 7 a.m., but let’s be real—that’s a rare…
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Navigating the Overwhelm of Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast It seems like there’s an endless amount of things to manage. My mind feels cluttered, with various responsibilities stacking on top of one another. Some thoughts get pushed aside, while others are buried deep, only to resurface at the most inconvenient moments. Throughout my day, I file away bits of information, ready…