Tag: pregnancy experiences
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A Gratitude Note for All the Unsolicited Opinions on My Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast When you enter the world of pregnancy, it seems like everyone suddenly has an opinion about your body and choices. Strangers, acquaintances, and even colleagues feel the need to weigh in on everything from your belly size to your beverage choices. Honestly, it’s a bizarre experience. So, to all those who have…
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The Missing Piece: Experiencing the Loss of a Twin
Get Pregnant Fast Two years ago, I found myself on an unexpected emotional journey when I discovered I was pregnant again, just under a year after the birth of my daughter, Lily. The news was still settling in—two under two was a big deal! During my early July appointment with my OB to confirm the…
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How Staying Home Affected My Marriage: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast I remember standing after an evening filled with intellectual conversations, contemplating my future. “I’ll finish this year,” I declared, “but I won’t return. I want to be home with the baby.” My husband, Jake, nodded in agreement, and just like that, I made the decision to leave my PhD program behind to…
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Kelly Clarkson’s Candid Thoughts on Pregnancy: ‘It’s Not All Beautiful’
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent appearance on a talk show, singer Kelly Clarkson opened up about her experiences with pregnancy, providing an honest perspective that many can relate to. Kelly, known for her powerful voice and authenticity, shared her feelings about the challenges she faced while expecting her two children, River and Remington. After…
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Even Royalty Faces Postpartum Reality
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting Even Royalty Faces Postpartum Reality by Sarah Johnson Updated: May 6, 2021 Originally Published: May 5, 2015 While it’s easy to be mesmerized by the flawless appearance of celebrities like Grace, the Duchess of Cambridge, mere hours after childbirth, it’s essential to remember that she, too, faces the daunting challenges…
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10 Post-Pregnancy Realities: The Good, the Bad, and the Leaky
Get Pregnant Fast So, you’ve welcomed a little one into the world—congratulations! You’ve tackled the hardest part, right? No more awkward waddling, no more unsolicited belly rubs (unless you encounter an overly friendly stranger who thinks your post-pregnancy belly is still fair game, but that’s a different story). As you embark on this new chapter…
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Why I Stopped Judging Women’s Birth Choices
Get Pregnant Fast When I reflect on my journey, it’s hard to believe I once held strong opinions about how women should give birth. I used to be quite the advocate for home births, quietly critiquing the choices of others. Yet, my perspective shifted dramatically after my own experiences. As I share my story, I…
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Mom Puts It All Out There in Hilarious Pregnancy Cartoons
Get Pregnant Fast You might be fooled by the radiant mothers gracing magazine covers, but let’s face it—pregnancy is often more about lumps, smells, and unexpected hair than glowing beauty. One mom’s candid cartoons are shedding light on the not-so-glamorous realities of pregnancy with a big dose of humor. Meet Carla Thompson Carla Thompson is…
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To the Women Who Struggle with Pregnancy: You Are Not Alone
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Women Who Find Pregnancy Challenging, Let’s get real for a moment. While some women seem to float through pregnancy on a cloud of bliss, reveling in every little kick and craving, many of us feel quite the opposite. Instead of feeling like glowing goddesses, we often find ourselves grappling with the…