Tag: personal stories

  • The Myth of the ‘Ideal’ Mother

    Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting, it’s easy to become intimidated by the seemingly flawless mothers we encounter. Take, for example, a mom at my child’s preschool, whom I once regarded as the epitome of perfection. Unlike many of us who gravitate towards yoga pants and comfy tees, she always appeared impeccably dressed,…

  • 4th Trimester Bodies Project Celebrates Authentic Postpartum Moms

    Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is a remarkable journey that brings about significant changes, both physically and emotionally. The 4th Trimester Bodies Project, spearheaded by photographer Ashlee Dean Wells, highlights the beauty of real postpartum moms, showcasing their unique stories and experiences. This initiative emerged from Wells’s own challenging pregnancy, and it has evolved from a…

  • All She Wants for Christmas Is a Doll — and I Can’t Stand Dolls

    Get Pregnant Fast Just when I thought I was all set with my Christmas and birthday shopping (Maddie turns 3 just days after Christmas), she starts saying she’ll ask Santa for “a new dolly with lots of milk and a doggie.” Um, a doll? Really? I didn’t buy one—partly because I can’t stand them! And…