Tag: setting boundaries
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Coping with the Pressure to Have Children: Finding Your Own Path
As society continues to evolve, so do the expectations and pressures placed on individuals. One of the most common societal pressures is the expectation to have children. While parenthood can bring immense joy and fulfillment, it is not a path that everyone wants or is able to take. For those who are feeling the pressure…
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My Son Thinks He Has Too Many Friends
Get Pregnant Fast When you become a parent, two thoughts often swirl in your mind: “I hope my child takes after me,” and “I hope they don’t!” More often than not, reality grants you a mix of both, albeit in unexpected ways. I experienced this firsthand last week as I found myself on the floor,…
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How Binge-Watching ‘Gilmore Girls’ Enhanced My Parenting Skills
Get Pregnant Fast When “Gilmore Girls” first premiered, I rolled my eyes at the concept. A young, single mother and her teenage daughter? Yawn. How wrong I was! After a friend lent me the first season on DVD, I quickly found myself captivated by the fast-paced banter and the heartwarming bond between Lorelai and Rory.…
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Embracing ‘Nope’: How Setting Boundaries Transformed My Life
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emma Lawson I’ve always considered myself a people-pleaser. Conflict? I run from it. Disappointment? I can’t stand it. Tension? No thanks. I’m not one to stir the pot or cause a scene, and I genuinely want to be liked. This has made it incredibly challenging for me to say no to…