Tag: self-improvement
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How Motherhood Has Changed Me for the Worse
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting advice, the common narrative suggests that becoming a parent enhances your character and makes you a better person. However, I find myself at odds with this notion. Recently, I shared my thoughts with my partner, Jamie, who confidently asserted that parenthood has improved me—it hasn’t. Let me…
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7 Ways Parenthood Enhanced My Writing Routine
Get Pregnant Fast Becoming a parent can transform many aspects of life, including your creative practices. I never imagined that my unexpected pregnancy at 41 would lead me to become a more productive writer. Now, with my little one just over 20 months old, I find that the lessons learned from parenting seamlessly apply to…
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Why I’m Going Back to College in My 40s
Get Pregnant Fast I’m 44 years old, a mother of two, and I’ve navigated through life’s rollercoaster filled with ups and downs. From the joy of bringing two beautiful children into the world to the heartache of miscarriages, I’ve faced significant challenges. I’ve relocated to a new state, experienced a divorce, lost a home, and…
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My Most Significant Parenting Misstep: A Battle I Still Face
Get Pregnant Fast Reflecting on my first year as a parent, I realize that my greatest mistake is one I still battle with today. I tend to be overly rigid and uptight. Honestly, I often feel as if I’m a tightly wound spring ready to snap at any moment. I partnered with a wonderfully laid-back…
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The Underwear Drawer Dilemma of an Almost-40-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a situation I’ve been avoiding for what feels like an eternity. My underwear drawer has spiraled out of control, and honestly, it’s borderline embarrassing. I can’t help but feel ashamed of the 80 percent of items that are lurking in that chaotic space. Today was the day of reckoning. I had…
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My Obsession with ‘Life Aesthetics’ Must Come to a Halt This Year
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve had a longstanding fascination with ‘life aesthetics’—those glossy magazines and catalogs that offer a glimpse into a seemingly perfect existence. From the serene pages of Sunset magazine to the stylish layouts in Real Simple and the carefully curated offerings from Pottery Barn, I’ve found myself captivated. The arrival of Ikea’s annual…
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7 Valuable Insights Gained in Your 40s: A 47-Year-Old’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Turning 40 is a significant milestone, often prompting deep reflection. As you navigate through this new decade, you’ll discover that there’s a wealth of wisdom to be gained. Here are seven valuable lessons that tend to crystallize in your 40s: The Last Drink is No Longer Tempting Gone are the days of…
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Help! My Ovaries Are Urging Me to Have Another Baby
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jamie Thompson Updated: Aug. 27, 2020 Originally Published: Jan. 8, 2016 As a mother of three, I can confidently say that my life is filled with beautiful chaos. I have three children—three incredible yet challenging kids who can be exhausting and, at times, utterly draining. This was the vision I had…
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How I’m Confronting My Anxiety with Hope
Get Pregnant Fast There’s an unpredictability to anxiety that can catch me off guard. You’d think that after years of dealing with it, I’d have some sort of signal before it hits. The circumstances may change, the people around me may differ, but the sensation remains constant. I was merely eight years old when I…
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Why I’m Sharing My Flaws with My Children
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting has unexpectedly transformed the way I approach life. Since becoming a parent, I have changed my perspective and daily habits in ways I never anticipated. My goal has always been to be the kind of role model my children can admire. I’ve embraced my self-confidence, demonstrated that I care for my…