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What Your Children Should Witness in Your Marriage
Get Pregnant FastHaving been in a blissful marriage for nearly two decades, I must admit I’m no guru when it comes to relationships. Instead, I consider myself incredibly fortunate and thankful to be in a partnership that I hope my…
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Are You Prepared for a Vasectomy?
Get Pregnant FastParenting can be a wild ride, whether you have one child or a whole crew. Perhaps your family feels complete, with no lingering desire for another little one to join the mix. As you watch your kids grow…
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The Cognitive Advantage of Firstborn Children
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Considering a C-Section? Here’s Your Friendly Guide
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Understanding Subchorionic Bleeding During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
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Best Hair Dye Options for Expecting Moms
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Your 1-Year-Old Toddler: Week 32 Update
When Your Little One Stages a Sleep ProtestGet Pregnant FastJust when you think you’ve got the bedtime routine under control, your toddler stages a sleep protest that leaves you feeling exasperated. You might be tempted to shout, “Seriously?!” But don’t…
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An Open Letter from a Teacher to Her Students: You Are Cherished
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15 Reasons Why Toddlers Seem to Be Constantly Angry
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My Parenting Triumph: A Lesson for My Husband
Get Pregnant FastKids have an uncanny ability to announce their urgent need for the potty at the most inopportune times—whether it’s just as you buckle them in the car, right when you settle down at a restaurant, or even as…
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Humor in Customer Service: The Case of Alex Thompson
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This Hilarious Clip of Jake Thompson Assembling an Ikea Crib Is Relatable for All of Us
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Educating My Daughters on Pen Pals in a Social Media World
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Essential Lessons I Overlooked Before My Daughter’s College Journey
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I Finally Understand You, Mom
home insemination syringe Updated: June 29, 2023 Originally Published: May 6, 2015 Today, I reached out to you because I was feeling inundated with responsibilities. Without hesitation, you agreed to come over as soon as you finished your laundry. When you arrived for lunch with me and the kids, your mere presence brought me comfort,…
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Why My Children Attend a Summer Day Program While I Work from Home
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10 Strategies for Navigating Your High-Risk Pregnancy with Grace
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Your 11-Week-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
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14 Surprising Insights About Your First Pregnancy
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The Piercing Experience: A Reflection on Youthful Choices
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