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This is Harder Than I Thought: Neck Rolls and Armpit Crud

My husband once told me a story about a woman who had become so obese, that it was impossible for her to clean her own body. One day the woman got extremely sick, but the doctors were at a loss…

This is Harder Than I Thought: I Just Want to Sleep at Night

Have you ever wondered what causes zombie mommies? The answer is simple: reverse cycling. This phenomenon causes your baby to become nocturnal, sleeping through the day and staying up at night. At first, this diurnal rest seems lovely—you are free…

This is Harder Than I Thought: How Motherhood Turned Me into Hunter S. Thompson

Perusing my Netflix options the other night, I came across a cult classic, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. I’ve always loved this movie and all of Hunter S. Thompson’s works for that matter. In fact, it was stories like…

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This is Harder Than I Thought: Going Back to Work aka Can a Mommy Get a Break?

Going back to work is one of the most challenging decisions a mom can make, both financially and emotionally. A pre-baby break from work vs. a Post-baby break from work.During the first few weeks alone with my newborn, I longed…

This is Harder Than I Thought: Lactation or the Art of Milking One’s Self in Public

Ladies, love them or hate them, we all have boobs. For most of your life, these constant companions are merely aesthetic. We strap them down for workouts, we push them up for dates, but mostly we treat them like any…

Motherhood: This Is Harder Than I Thought

I have always been a dog person. Like dog people, there are also “cat people,” “baby people,” etc. I was never a baby person; babies cried all the time, they were ticking puke bombs, and the fresh ones kind of…

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These Statistics About the Effects of Divorce on Kids Are Pretty Scary momnetwork • July 10, 2023 • Family Life • No Comments The word divorce has gone from taboo to mainstream, all in our lifetime. Experts debate the exact…

Navigating Mobility Challenges: Support for Aging Parents

Navigating mobility challenges with aging parents? Discover support, solutions, and tips for maintaining independence.

The Ultimate Responsibility: Nurturing Aging Parents with Love

Nurturing aging parents with love: A guide to navigate the challenges, provide care, and find support. Embrace the ultimate responsibility.

Combatting Unhealthy Pregnancy Cravings

Pregnancy is often associated with cravings. If you find yourself longing for ice cream or French fries, you may be wondering if these types of food are healthy for you or your baby. Many pregnant women also fear putting on…