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27 Reasons I’m Sobbing After Dropping My Child Off at University
That adorable bedhead he had on the morning of move-in day. How seamlessly his life fits into the backseat of the car. The colorful balloons welcoming new students at the campus entrance. The cheerful crew helping with the move-in process.…
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Kindness Matters: A Reflection on Parenting Challenges
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So You’re Curious About My Baby’s Sleep Patterns?
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Nobody Tells Me How to Vote, Especially My Partner
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The Top 7 Life Lessons Inspired by ’80s and ’90s Music
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to wisdom, I believe that remarkable individuals have shared invaluable insights with me over the years. However, I often struggle to remember most of those conversations, especially the ones held before my morning coffee. That’s…
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Transforming One Decluttering Project into Twenty in 387 Manageable Steps
Get Pregnant FastAh, springtime—when the urge to declutter and reorganize hits with full force. As the season faded into summer, I found myself engulfed in activities like swim team obligations and various camps, all while promising my daughter, Emma, that…
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Election Night Cocktails: The Empowered Woman and Bold Gent
Get Pregnant FastAs we reach the end of this tumultuous election cycle, it’s time to unwind and celebrate with some spirited cocktails. Introducing the Empowered Woman and Bold Gent drinks, inspired by the memorable, albeit frustrating, comments that made headlines.…
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15 Commonly Used Yet Pointless Phrases Parents Say
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20 Realities of Raising Three Kids
Get Pregnant FastMy partner and I assumed our family was complete after our first two children. Then, just as our youngest turned three and we celebrated the end of diaper duty—surprise! We found out we were expecting again. We embraced…
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- We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
- Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
- It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
- When You’ve Reached Your Limit
- Things You Give Up When Your Kids Outnumber You
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We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
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Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
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It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
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When You’ve Reached Your Limit
home insemination syringe Menu Parenting When You’ve Reached Your Limit by Caroline Miller Updated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: Aug. 25, 2016 My mother once walked out on us — raising her hands in frustration, turning her back, and leaving. We never blamed her; after all, we had pushed her to the edge. She returned…
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Things You Give Up When Your Kids Outnumber You
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Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
home insemination syringe Updated: April 19, 2023 Originally Published: April 19, 2023 We all know that parenting can be exhausting. Have you ever noticed how different you feel by the afternoon? It’s like I wake up full of energy and great intentions, but by the time the clock strikes 2 p.m., I’m barely keeping it…
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10 Easy Ways to Foster a Love of Nature in Your Kids
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Pool Safety Tips for Kids: Insights from a Lifeguard
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It’s Totally Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
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14 Things I No Longer Care About as I Age
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