Tag: overcoming adversity
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A Heartfelt Farewell to Reflux: A Mother’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast I cannot express the depth of my frustration, Reflux. You dared to inflict pain on my precious little girl, my radiant angel. How could anyone see her light when you cloaked her in cries and discomfort? Because of you, she was labeled the “fussy baby,” the “troublesome one,” and the “constant crier.”…
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Reflections from the Nation of Strong Women: A President Who Represents Us
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, I was often told by the men in my family that a woman would never hold the office of president. They claimed that women were too emotional, too unpredictable, too uninformed. Yet, my mother was the true pillar of strength in our household. She was the one who picked up…
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Bride Defies Odds to Walk Down the Aisle on Wedding Day
Get Pregnant Fast In a wedding ceremony filled with emotion, a bride’s journey to walk down the aisle became an unforgettable experience for everyone present. This remarkable moment was made possible through her relentless dedication to physical therapy and the power of love. Let’s dive into the inspiring story of Lily Thompson, who left her…
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Cancer, You Are Not Welcome Here: A Letter from a Young Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Cancer, Let me be clear: I despise you. I loathe everything you represent—the despair, fear, and loss you inflict. You came at me uninvited, attacking in a moment when I was blissfully unaware that you even knew my name. Your presence has not only shaken me to my core but has…
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See, Mom? Madonna Didn’t Make Me a Wild Slut!
Get Pregnant Fast As the youngest of four and my mom’s only daughter, I came into a world filled with feminine expectations. My mom, one of nine sisters, had visions of me adorned in frilly dresses, hair bows, and an array of dolls. However, being raised with three brothers, I didn’t quite fit the mold.…
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Embracing My 40s: A Marathon Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Let me take you back to a time when my most significant marathon experience was sprinting two laps during a jog-a-thon in fourth grade. Fast forward to the cusp of my 40s, and here I was, daring to add “run a marathon” to my bucket list—a feat that felt as monumental as…
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Yes, I Am A Real Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a journey filled with highs and lows, and I, too, have experienced my fair share. It’s easy for others to cast judgment or make snide comments about what it means to be a “real” mother. “You only have one child. You’re not a real mother,” they say, sharp words that…