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Stephen Fry Narrates “You Have to Eat” by Adam Mansbach
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5 Aspects I Won’t Regret When My Only Child Heads to College
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The High Maintenance Child Quiz: A Humorous Take on Parenting Challenges
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: August 20, 2023Originally Published: February 11, 2023Not too long ago, I found myself enjoying dinner with some wonderfully grounded friends. The dad was a physician, and the mom was a publisher, but they had no interest in…
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Conception Date Calculator: When Did You Conceive?
Get Pregnant FastCurious about when your baby was conceived? Our Conception Date Calculator can help you determine the most likely date of conception for your little one. By knowing this date, you can also estimate how far along you are…
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Understanding the Impact of Cooking Shows on Dietary Habits
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Lock Up Your Sons: A Journey Through Nostalgia and Parenthood
Get Pregnant FastDid you ever think your younger selves were long gone, buried beneath layers of time like forgotten relics? Surprisingly, they’re still very much alive within you, existing alongside your present self. They haven’t been swept away like ashes…
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Indicators That You’ve Truly Embraced Parenthood
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Model Highlights the Unique Beauty of Pregnant Bodies with Friend’s Reunion
Get Pregnant FastIn the journey of motherhood, one undeniable truth emerges: every pregnant body is unique. Recently, a striking image resurfaced that encapsulates this reality, featuring a model and her friend who were only four weeks apart in their pregnancies,…
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Here’s a Tote for Those Tired of Hearing ‘Are They All Yours?’
Get Pregnant FastLet’s face it: some questions from strangers can be downright baffling. “Are they all yours?” is one of those queries that leaves many parents scratching their heads. It’s often accompanied by other invasive inquiries like “Are you the…
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7 Reasons Why I’m Not Having a Third Child
Get Pregnant FastWe’ve established a solid rhythm in our household—two kids, two parents, and a system that works. We’ve mastered the art of “divide and conquer” parenting; when one child is acting out, Dad steps in, and when the other…
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- Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
- It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
- 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
home insemination syringe I have to admit, I’m not the most outdoorsy person. Camping? No thanks! Hiking? Only if it’s short and there’s a restroom nearby. Despite this, I hold a deep appreciation for the natural world. There’s something magical about watching a sunset or observing a caterpillar traverse a stick that brings me joy.…
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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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