Tag: Self-Care
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9 Ways to Honor Yourself This Mother’s Day (and Why It Matters)
Get Pregnant Fast As Mother’s Day approaches, your friends and family are likely planning special surprises to show their appreciation for all you do. While those thoughtful gestures—like a handmade card or breakfast in bed—are wonderful, don’t forget to take a moment to recognize your own achievements and treat yourself to something that truly rejuvenates…
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Finding ‘Me Time’ as a New Mom Feels Like a Dream
Get Pregnant Fast When my partner Jamie and I were living our pre-baby life, everything was orderly and well-structured. We had a good rhythm going, but then we welcomed our little bundle of joy, Ethan, four months ago, and it feels like our entire world has turned upside down (in the best way possible, of…
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Insights for Stay-at-Home Moms
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to the realities of motherhood, the tales of stay-at-home moms go beyond the dramatic plots you might find in classic TV shows. These women have developed essential skills for staying organized, connected, and maintaining their sanity in the whirlwind that is raising children. Embrace the Chaos Initially If you’re…
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5 Strategies to Navigate Your New Mom Identity Crisis
Get Pregnant Fast Becoming a mom is a transformative experience, yet it can leave you feeling a bit lost in the shuffle of sleepless nights and endless diaper changes. It’s completely normal to feel like you’re drifting away from the person you used to be. Here’s how to handle that new mom identity crisis with…
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Mom Advocates for Some ‘Me Time’
Get Pregnant Fast “Sometimes, I just need a breather. I crave a moment where I’m not someone’s mom or wife; I just want to be me, if only for a little while.” By Sarah Johnson, Contributing Writer Published September 20, 2018 “Please don’t touch me!” My husband, after a long day of commuting through sweltering…
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Why Moms Shouldn’t Hesitate to Seek Help (and Offer It, Too)
Get Pregnant Fast Picture this: it’s early morning on a school day, and I’m standing outside in my sweats and slippers with my toddler while my newborn finally sleeps soundly inside. I’m running on fumes and caught in a dilemma. I desperately needed to drop my son off at preschool for a few hours of…
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Understanding Mom Guilt: How to Navigate It and More
Pregnancy Journey Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy can be a wild ride, week by week. From the first to the third trimester, every moment is filled with unique challenges and joys. If you’re battling morning sickness, there are numerous relief strategies suggested by experts. Detecting Baby’s Gender Discovering your baby’s gender is an exciting milestone. Here’s…
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New Mom Goals for the Year Ahead
Get Pregnant Fast As we step into the new year, it’s time for some fresh resolutions! Here’s what a few new moms are pledging to do this year. Feel free to share your own goals in the comments! “I plan to get out more with my hubby and friends. Being a stay-at-home mom has made…
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Emma Bell on Prioritizing Self-Care as a Busy Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Emma Bell, a former runway model turned entrepreneur, has always been in the spotlight. However, her journey took a new direction when she became a mother. As she navigated the challenges of pregnancy, she realized the importance of self-care and the need for products that are safe for both moms and their…
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Let’s Get Real About Post-Baby Bodies
Get Pregnant Fast I recently came across some unfiltered photos of a model named Jessica Lane embracing her postpartum body, complete with stretch marks and other “flaws.” While she’s a supermodel with a figure that could grace magazine covers, these images made her relatable in a way that resonated with me as a fellow mom.…