Tag: motherhood support
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7 Strategies to Overcome Working Mom Guilt
Get Pregnant Fast Hello, Fellow Working Mom, Let’s take a moment to connect. First and foremost, let me reassure you: You are enough. You are more than enough. Your child loves you deeply, and that deserves recognition. I know you need to hear this today. We share a bond, a unique experience as the Working…
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New Moms, Don’t Confuse My Parenting Journey with Expertise
Get Pregnant Fast As a soon-to-be mom of four, I had an enlightening moment leaving a diner, my two-year-old in tow. In the entryway, I spotted a couple with a newborn. I smiled and offered a genuine, “Congratulations!” When my husband arrived with our older kids, the new dad’s eyes widened in admiration. “Wow, that’s…
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5 Commitments to Expecting Moms
Get Pregnant Fast By: Sarah Collins Date: Jan. 1, 2023 I won’t utter, “I’ve been there, done that.” Trust me, I’ve heard this phrase far too often, both from friends and strangers alike. It might seem comforting, but when you’re in the midst of a chaos—like when your little ones are wailing at the store—it’s…
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Motherhood Is Not a Competition
Get Pregnant Fast “Are you a stay-at-home mom?” my 11-year-old niece, Lily, asked me with genuine curiosity as we sat in the car. Caught off guard, I replied with a hint of skepticism, “Why does it matter? Yes, I am.” “Oh, that must be nice,” she said, her tone filled with a wistful longing for…
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Dear Moms: I Stand by You, Regardless of Your Feeding Choices
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, mama! When it comes to breastfeeding, who gets to call the shots? That’s right — it’s you. Whether you choose to breastfeed your baby, how long you do it, or if you decide to go a different route entirely, those choices belong to you. It’s high time we put an…
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Moms Who’ve Formed Lifelong Friendships Online Without Ever Meeting
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s digital age, the way we connect has transformed dramatically. Gone are the days when moms would gather on porches, sharing stories over coffee. Now, those conversations often take place within the confines of our smartphones, through various online platforms and social media channels. While it can be daunting to forge…
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The Challenges of Baby Showers
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real: baby showers can be a bit of a drag. Maybe it’s the abundance of pastel hues that just don’t resonate with me, or perhaps it’s the pressure of engaging in small talk (I mean, who really enjoys that?). But there I was last Sunday, hovering near the punch bowl,…