Tag: support for mothers
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Birth Trauma Left Me Terrified of Delivering Again
Get Pregnant Fast I have a deep-rooted fear of childbirth. This may seem like an overreaction to some, but for me, it’s a genuine terror that consumes my thoughts. While it’s normal for many women to feel anxious about the process of bringing a new life into the world — pain, stretching, potential surgery —…
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Postpartum Anxiety: When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 18, 2016 Originally Published: Oct. 22, 2015 Do I appear scared in that photo? Honestly, I can’t recall if I was terrified or just dazed from the post-C-section medications, which are no joke. I do remember thinking the hospital food tasted like a gourmet feast, but I realized later I…
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Navigating Guilt and Fear During Pregnancy After a Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast When I experienced my miscarriage in 2007, it was a painful event that felt like a solitary struggle. I remember leaving the doctor’s office after the heartbreaking news and trying to close that chapter of my life. I chose not to share my feelings, understanding that it was a tough topic for…
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To the New Mother of a Beautiful Baby Girl
Get Pregnant Fast Congratulations on welcoming your precious little girl into the world! She’s an enchanting bundle of joy, wrapped snugly like a little burrito, and your heart must be bursting with pride as you gaze upon her delicate features—her sweet button nose, tiny fingers, and that adorable pink hat. You’re basking in the glow…
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Mom’s Heartfelt Praise for SAHMs Sparks Controversy Among Mothers
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where social media can turn a simple post into a battlefield, one mom’s sincere Facebook tribute to stay-at-home moms (SAHMs) has inadvertently fanned the flames of a mommy war. Mom Sarah Thompson shared a personalized version of a popular online post, where a fictional husband details the daily grind…
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Push Presents: A Misguided Trend
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest—push presents are an absurd concept. Just saying the term makes me cringe, and I believe we shouldn’t even be using it. Every time I mention it, I feel compelled to put it in quotation marks to show my disapproval of such a manufactured idea. Yet, here we are, forced…
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10 Supportive Phrases for Moms Battling Postpartum Depression
Get Pregnant Fast As we observe Postpartum Depression Awareness Month, it’s crucial to acknowledge that approximately 1 in 5 women experience postpartum depression (PPD) following childbirth. This distressing condition not only impacts the mothers but also affects their loved ones. If someone close to you is grappling with PPD, it can be challenging to find…
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Hayley Thompson Courageously Shares Her Journey Back to Treatment for Postpartum Depression
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartfelt revelation, actress Hayley Thompson has once again stepped into the spotlight to address her ongoing battle with Postpartum Depression (PPD). Known for her strong advocacy for women facing similar challenges, Thompson is setting an example by prioritizing her mental health and seeking treatment again. In a candid tweet shared…
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Is There Stigma in Choosing Not to Breastfeed in Public?
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, there has been a significant movement to normalize breastfeeding in public spaces. Mothers shouldn’t feel pressured to retreat to uncomfortable locations like sweltering cars or unsanitary public restrooms just to avoid judgment from those who may not understand or appreciate the act of feeding a child. When I first…
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Mom Donates 16 Gallons of Breastmilk in Memory of Her Stillborn Son
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartfelt tribute to her son, a mother named Lisa Moore turned her grief into a powerful act of kindness. After experiencing the devastating loss of her son, Leo, who was stillborn at 20 weeks due to a rare uterine infection, Lisa’s body continued to produce breastmilk. Rather than letting this…