Tag: self-compassion
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How I Learned to Embrace Self-Compassion After Welcoming My Third Child
Get Pregnant Fast By: Laura Thompson As I strolled through the grocery store, my 7-week-old baby cradled in my arms, I found myself overwhelmed. He was my third child; by now, I was supposed to be a pro at this parenting gig. Clad in my yoga pants and a perpetually messy bun, exhaustion clung to…
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Parenthood and the Journey to Healing: My Path to Therapy
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting has become the focal point of my existence. It’s a constant journey that I live and breathe daily, and recently, it has led me to seek therapy. Since the birth of my daughter two years ago, I’ve found myself reflecting on my own upbringing and grappling with the differences between my…
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Four Phrases to Overcome Life’s Mistakes
Get Pregnant Fast How do you react when you stumble or make an error? In my earlier years, I found myself spiraling into shame without uttering a word to myself. When we err, a reflexive reaction often kicks in—a voice that echoes in our minds, likely rooted in our formative years. What does yours say?…
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From a Pediatrician to Mothers Facing Breastfeeding Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast When I think back to the early days of motherhood, three memories stand out vividly. First, the realization that trying to pull a onesie over a diaper-exploded baby’s head is a recipe for disaster—trust me, you don’t want to go there. Second, the reality of sleep deprivation hit hard, as I waved…
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You Don’t Need to Conform to the Gratitude Pressure
Get Pregnant Fast As we step into November, a familiar wave of gratitude promotion washes over us. It seems like everyone, from major media outlets to well-known personalities, is urging us to reflect on our blessings. And let’s be honest—who has more to be grateful for than mothers? We have wonderful children whose love brings…
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Embracing Imperfection: The Path to a Hands-Free Life and Genuine Happiness
Get Pregnant Fast In a world that often celebrates perfection, it’s essential to recognize that true fulfillment lies in embracing our flaws and being unapologetically ourselves. As I reflected on my journey as a friend, partner, parent, and writer, I realized that I must prioritize authenticity in order to reach my full potential. This realization…
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My Top Parenting Tip: Be Kind to Yourself
Get Pregnant Fast Becoming a parent is a profound experience, one that I first embraced in 2006. It was a moment filled with joy and wonder, a pivotal milestone in my life. Since then, I’ve welcomed a daughter in 2008, married a wonderful man who has a daughter of his own, and am now eagerly…
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Finding My Own Way to Support the Women’s March: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s dive into the color pink for a moment. Throughout my childhood, I proudly claimed my disdain for it, resisting societal expectations that suggested girls should embrace all things pink and frilly. I was an athlete at heart, thriving in sports, which led me to reject the notion of being feminine. My…
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As a Bipolar Mom, I’ve Learned to Embrace Self-Compassion
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mother comes with its own set of hurdles. Each of us faces our unique challenges shaped by our individual circumstances. As a mom navigating life with bipolar disorder, I certainly have my fair share of struggles—along with an extensive list of insecurities and anxieties that could probably wrap around the…
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8 Essential Strategies for Parents to Escape the Guilt Trap
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, it’s all too easy to fall into the guilt trap. You may find yourself blaming your choices when your child faces challenges or feels unhappy. You might replay moments in your mind when you lost your temper during a particularly tough episode of misbehavior, or you could be second-guessing…