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And The Best Parenting Stage Is…
Get Pregnant FastEvery now and then, I find myself scrolling through social media when I come across posts from friends declaring their love for newborns. “Just met my friend’s new baby—my heart can’t handle the cuteness!” they exclaim. To which…
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Dad Captures Enchanting Tooth Fairy Moment on Camera
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Mommy’s Emotions: Educating My Toddler on Feelings and Empathy
Get Pregnant Fast“Is Mommy happy?”My 2-year-old recently began asking me this question whenever she sensed my stress or frustration, or when she did something that she knew might upset me. Initially, I was taken aback. It saddened me to realize…
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The 5 Phases of Catching a Cold
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Does the Ovary Gender Test Really Predict Your Baby’s Sex?
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9-Year-Old Journalist Uncovers Murder Story, Faces Adult Criticism
Get Pregnant FastIn a world where most kids her age are engrossed in video games, a 9-year-old girl from Pennsylvania named Emma Thompson has taken a different path — she’s a budding journalist. Emma has her own online publication, “Local…
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25 Signs You’re a Sleep-Deprived Mom
Get Pregnant FastAh, sleep deprivation—it’s like an initiation ritual into the beautiful chaos of motherhood. We share stories, laugh through the exhaustion, and sometimes shed tears over the relentless fatigue. We chug coffee from colossal mugs, all while wearing our…
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When Parenting, Let Go of the Naysayers
Get Pregnant FastAs a seasoned parent, I now find myself observing the ongoing Mommy Wars from the sidelines. In my old and wise voice—back in the day, when my children were small, the internet was just beginning to blossom, and…
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- When You’ve Reached Your Limit
- Things You Give Up When Your Kids Outnumber You
- Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
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Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
home insemination syringeAccording 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 X…
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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
home insemination syringe A few months ago, breastfeeding moms faced criticism for being on their phones too much while nursing—coining the cringe-worthy term “brexting.” The critics argue that mothers become so distracted by their devices that they miss out on vital bonding moments with their babies. Some even warn that these distractions can lead to…
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14 Things I No Longer Care About as I Age
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Navigating the Journey of Choosing an Egg Donor
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