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It’s Official: American Parents Are Struggling
Get Pregnant FastIn today’s world, American parents are facing unprecedented challenges, and it’s clear that the system isn’t doing them any favors. While parenting is inherently tough no matter where you are, the added pressures felt by American parents can…
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Transforming Grocery Shopping into Homework: A New Approach to Responsibility
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Father of Shooting Victim Criticizes Trump’s Comments on Gun Violence
Get Pregnant FastIn a poignant and powerful response, a father who lost his son to gun violence has taken issue with Donald Trump’s recent remarks regarding firearms. The Republican presidential candidate sparked outrage last week when his comments suggested a…
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Mom Dispels Myths About Single Mothers in Viral Facebook Post
Get Pregnant FastIn a world where single motherhood is often misunderstood, blogger Jenna Lee is on a mission to reshape the narrative surrounding single moms. Despite divorce being a common experience, there remains a lingering stigma that targets single mothers,…
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Understanding the Challenges of the Difficult Child: Insights for Parents
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To the Young Waitress Who Expressed Appreciation for Public Breastfeeding
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Why My Elementary School Kids Aren’t Doing Homework Anymore
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I’m Not Meant to Be a Sports Mom
Get Pregnant FastNovember 11, 2023Greetings to all the devoted sports moms out there. I’m reaching out for your wisdom. I see you on the sidelines, proudly wearing your team colors, equipped with an array of snacks and water bottles, overflowing…
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Hey Men of the World, It’s Time to Stop Labeling Women as ‘Crazy’
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
- 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
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
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The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
home insemination syringe Menu Lifestyle Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations by Lila Thompson Oct. 22, 2016 As 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…
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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
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It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
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Yes, There Are Excellent Bras for Larger Busts
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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…