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The Role of Musical Play in Your Child’s Development: Fostering a Love for Music in Babies and Toddlers
Get Pregnant FastGetting into the rhythm of music can be one of the most delightful experiences for babies and toddlers. Whether they’re swaying to a catchy tune, giggling at their own attempts to create sounds, or enthusiastically banging on pots…
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A Coloring Book for New Parents
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What It’s Like Being Married to a Whimsically Creative Partner
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Top Diaper Subscription Services for 2021
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re navigating the world of parenting, you know how quickly diaper needs can escalate. Thankfully, diaper subscription services are here to lend a helping hand, ensuring you never find yourself scrambling for a clean diaper in the…
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Mommy Had a Different Life Before
home insemination syringeUpdated: Sep. 10, 2017Originally Published: March 5, 2012During World War II, my great aunt wed a young soldier while still in her teens, but he went off to war, and their paths soon diverged. She later married the…
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Valedictorian Denied Graduation Due to Facial Hair Policy
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Women’s Products Are Pricier, Yet We Get Less
Get Pregnant FastA recent video from The Daily Share highlights a concerning trend: the higher costs women face for everyday products. Whether it’s razors, haircuts, skincare products, or deodorant, the price discrepancies are glaring. Take deodorant as an example; it’s…
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Navigating the Awkward Moments of a Child’s First Day at School
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Sweet Nothings: Living with an Eating Disorder
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: Aug. 13, 2016Originally Published: Aug. 13, 2016What do you do when “Ed” shows up at the dinner table?I thought I’d locked him out for good—twice. But here he is again.My first encounter with Ed was at the…
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It’s Totally Okay to Have a Mom Meltdown
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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
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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…