Tag: motherhood
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Lana Thompson – Moms: Movers + Maker Honoree
Pregnancy Journey Pregnancy Week by Week First Trimester Second Trimester Third Trimester Health & Wellness Morning Nausea Pregnancy Symptoms Life & Career Twins & Multiples Baby Showers & Reveals Labor & Delivery Miscarriage & Pregnancy Loss Product Reviews Morning Nausea Get Pregnant Fast Feeling queasy? It’s no picnic. Fortunately, there are several remedies available. Experts…
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A Working Mom’s Journey with Breastfeeding: Sarah’s Insights
Get Pregnant Fast Sarah Johnson, a 36-year-old freelance creative director, shares her experiences balancing work and motherhood while breastfeeding her two children, Lily (2 years) and Noah (4 months). TB: How was your initial breastfeeding experience? SJ: Surprisingly, it wasn’t as challenging as I anticipated. Many people painted it as a daunting task, but in…
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4 Easy Ways to Connect with Fellow New Moms or Moms-To-Be
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy can feel both thrilling and overwhelming, right? I remember being super excited but also having moments of panic about all the unknowns ahead. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to bond with other moms, especially with the help of technology. Don’t worry, moms-to-be! You’re not in this alone, and here are…
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Why Connecting with Your Newborn May Take Longer Than Anticipated
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is a time filled with anticipation and dreams about the future. Many expectant parents envision the moment they will finally meet their little one, imagining the instant bond that will form. However, the reality can be quite different. As Jenna Smith, a new mom, reflects, “Despite the fact that I spent…
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The “Mummy Tummy”: Clearing Up Misconceptions About a Woman’s Post-Baby Body
Get Pregnant Fast When Kate Middleton welcomed her first child, the world watched closely. Just a day after giving birth, she stepped out of the hospital holding Prince George, showcasing her postpartum belly in a simple dress, no cover-ups in sight. In that moment, she even cradled her belly for the cameras, a gesture that…
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Study Reveals Moms Take on More Work After Baby Than Dads
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy can be an exciting journey, but a recent study indicates that new mothers often bear a heavier workload than their partners. Conducted by researchers at a prominent university, the study involved 182 heterosexual couples who meticulously tracked their daily activities during the third trimester of pregnancy and again nine months postpartum.…
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“Before I Became a Parent, I Never Realized…”
Get Pregnant Fast There’s no doubt about it—you adore your little ones, but sometimes it’s nice to look back and reflect on life before babies. Here are some relatable thoughts from fellow parents: “My son wreaks havoc in every room of our house, so I never truly appreciated having a clean home. At this point,…
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A Mother’s Journey: Navigating the NICU Experience
Get Pregnant Fast Bringing a baby into the world is an extraordinary experience, but for one mother, the journey began earlier than expected. After battling severe discomfort during her pregnancy, she welcomed her son, Leo, at just 33.5 weeks. While she had anticipated an early arrival, nothing could prepare her for the moment she had…
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Advice I’m Taking as a Second-Time Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Becoming a mom for the first time often comes with an avalanche of advice. Everyone seems eager to share their insights on everything from sleep strategies to the best techniques for burping a baby. While some tips I received as a new mom didn’t quite resonate, a few have become my guiding…