Tag: postpartum experience
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The Rise of Lotus Births: A Closer Look
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, the trend of lotus births has gained traction within the birthing community, sparking curiosity and debate. As someone who respects the diverse choices women make regarding their childbirth experiences, I find myself both intrigued and puzzled by this practice. Whether you prefer a peaceful home birth or the comfort…
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Everything I Discovered About Parenting (But You’ll Have to Uncover for Yourself)
Get Pregnant Fast When I embarked on my parenting journey nearly seven years ago, it was far from seamless—more akin to squeezing into a pair of skinny jeans I hadn’t worn in ages. The transition to motherhood was awkward and clumsy, leaving me gasping for breath and feeling out of place. The emotional rollercoaster was…
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Insights I Wish I Had About the First Week with a Newborn
Get Pregnant Fast As a new parent, the onslaught of information regarding pregnancy and childbirth can feel overwhelming. Between consultations with your doctor, insights from childbirth classes, and advice from family members, you might feel fully prepared for labor. But what about the days that follow? Surprisingly, many resources focus heavily on the lead-up to…
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Mom Showcases Her ‘Saggy, Stretchy Tummy’ to Inspire Body Positivity
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful move to promote body acceptance, a young mother recently shared candid photos of her postpartum body on social media. Emma Thompson, a 22-year-old blogger from Australia, gained widespread attention after posting a stunning shot of herself nursing her baby while wearing a beautiful dress at her sister’s wedding. “No…
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Why My Maternity Leave Isn’t A Vacation
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s set the record straight: my maternity leave is far from a vacation. I don’t require extravagant dinners or lavish getaways to feel fulfilled. But equating my maternity leave with a leisurely retreat? That’s a remarkable misunderstanding of what it truly entails. If you’ve just nurtured a human being inside your body,…
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Navigating the Postpartum Journey: A Privilege That Should Be Accessible to All
Get Pregnant Fast As a trusted resource for expectant parents and a lactation consultant with years of experience, I can’t stress enough how crucial it is to build a robust support system for the postpartum period. The reality is that many new mothers find this phase far more challenging than they anticipated. Unfortunately, a lot…