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A Creative Journey: Crafting a Book from Your Child’s Art
Get Pregnant FastEmily adores drawing. Absolutely adores it. I can see the same spark of creativity in her that I once had at her age, and it fills me with joy. To nurture her artistic passion, I’ve had her artwork…
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The Wonder of Life Through Crafting: A Hilarious Approach
Get Pregnant FastFeeling uneasy about having “the talk” with your kids about where babies come from? Fear not! Today, I’m going to show you how to create a reversible felt vagina. You might wonder why it’s reversible – well, it’s…
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Why I Embrace Unlimited Screen Time for My Kids
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What If You Don’t Feel Instant Love for Your Adopted Child?
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to adoption, the journey can be filled with unexpected emotions, especially for new parents. My friend Mia, who adopted her son from an orphanage in Vietnam when he was just three years old, experienced this…
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Losing My Longest Friend and Finding Solace Through Music
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A Philadelphia Mother Advocates for Autism-Friendly Checkout Lane
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A Heartfelt Message to Young Girls: You Define Your Own Value
Get Pregnant FastA few months back, while volunteering at my son’s school, I stumbled upon an eye-opening exchange between two young girls, both just 9 years old. One girl was casually ranking their classmates based on her preferences, and I…
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Kids Who Do Chores Grow Up to Be More Successful Adults
Get Pregnant FastGet ready to hand that broom over to your child! It turns out that involving kids in household chores may significantly boost their chances of becoming successful adults. While it might seem like a hassle for us parents,…
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Teens Faced Legal Consequences for Sharing Nude Photos of Themselves
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Why We Should Consider Delaying Our Kids’ Departure for College Until They’re 30
Get Pregnant FastAs I stand in the driveway, watching the U-Haul loaded with my daughter’s belongings, a whirlwind of emotions engulfs me. My husband and I hold hands, rooted in place as our minds race ahead, envisioning her journey from…
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- Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
- If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
- My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
- We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
- Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
home insemination syringeMenuLifestyleBattling Breast Cancer for Future Generationsby Lila Thompson Oct. 22, 2016As October arrives, the vibrant hues of autumn foliage emerge, and corn mazes and haunted houses spring to life. You guessed it, it’s that time of year again! Just as the leaves shift their colors, America turns pink in recognition of National Breast…
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
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My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
home insemination syringe By: Jamie Thompson Once upon a time, I believed that being a “good mom” meant never running out of those little dishwasher pods, laundry detergent, toilet paper, or diapers. My home was supposed to be perpetually ready for guests, with homemade snacks appearing like magic every day. I thought it was my…
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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
home insemination syringe According to research featured in Psychology Today, it turns out that children inherit their intelligence primarily from their mothers. In fact, studies suggest that as much as 77% of intelligence can be traced back to mom! (Ouch, sorry dads!) The research indicates that the genes linked to intelligence are found on the…
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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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American Academy of Pediatrics Revises ‘No Screens Under 2’ Policy
home insemination syringe The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has recently updated its guidelines regarding screen time for young children, allowing parents to breathe a sigh of relief. No longer is the rigid “no screen time before age two” rule in place. Instead, the recommendations have shifted to a more flexible approach that acknowledges the…
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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…