Tag: positivity
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What Is Hygge and Can It Transform Your Winter Experience?
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real; winter can be a challenging time of year. I strive to be a glass-half-full type of person, but living in the Midwest, where temperatures drop significantly, can test anyone’s optimism. The biting cold can feel unbearable, especially when you’re faced with months of frigid air and limited daylight. This…
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Just Keep Swimming: Navigating Life as a Parent of a Child with Autism
Get Pregnant Fast “Just keep swimming, just keep swimming, swimming, swimming…” Who would have thought that I would find more solace in a forgetful blue fish than in a classic Disney princess? As a parent raising a child on the autism spectrum, I often feel like I’m battling the waves instead of gliding along with…
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Why I Tune Out the News to Preserve My Sanity as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast In the early days after welcoming my first child, I found myself consumed by unsettling thoughts. Every time I navigated the stairs with my baby bundled up in a blanket, I couldn’t shake the image of us tumbling down, heads colliding with the wall. While driving to the store, I envisioned a…
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10 Simple Ways to Discover Joy in 2017
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real: 2016 was a year that drained joy from many of us. From the loss of cherished celebrities to the turbulence of personal relationships and a frustrating holiday season, it felt like a relentless barrage of negativity. As we stand at the threshold of a new year, it’s time to…
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To the Teen Who Inspired Me with Your Kindness
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Server at the Local Diner, I want to take a moment to thank you for a small gesture that made a significant impact on my day. “I saw you nursing your baby, and I just wanted to say how proud I am of you for breastfeeding in public. Thank you for…
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Some Days, Parenting Can Be Tough
Get Pregnant Fast I get it—parenting is a whirlwind. I understand that it could always be worse and that there’s a silver lining in every cloud. I know this because the internet has been bombarding me with these reminders for ages, along with that cheerful retiree I met at the store, my neighbor, and the…
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Prepare for Tears of Joy: Teachers Celebrate Their Students’ Uniqueness
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming viral video, educators express just how special each student is, reminding us why teaching can be such a rewarding profession. So grab your tissues—you’ll need them as you witness the touching moments when teachers from Maple Grove High School in Kansas City, Missouri, share heartfelt messages with their students.…
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Vandals Spread Hate at Brooklyn Park, Children Respond with Messages of Love
Get Pregnant Fast In a disturbing incident at Adam Yauch Park in Brooklyn Heights, named after the late Beastie Boys member, the community woke up to find hateful graffiti defacing the playground. However, local children quickly took action, transforming the negativity into a beautiful display of love and positivity. Just a day after discovering swastikas…
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8 Things Single Moms Wish Their Friends Knew
Get Pregnant Fast Single mothers come in various forms, each with unique stories and experiences. However, we often share certain challenges that can test the strength of our friendships. If you have a single mom in your life, here are eight things she might want to express to you: I Feel Alone in This Journey.…