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Hey Teething, You’re a Real Challenge
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, it can often feel like teething is the go-to excuse for every fussy moment your baby experiences. “Oh, she’s just teething,” becomes a familiar refrain. Or worse, some parents attribute every sniffle and runny nose…
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The Unintentional “I Love You”: A Parent’s Quirky Confession on Phone Calls
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Other Moms Seem Perfect, While I’m Just Trying to Survive
Get Pregnant FastI often picture other mothers whipping up three-course meals, all compliant with the food pyramid, for their kids at every meal. Meanwhile, I’m over here microwaving scrambled eggs—yep, three times a day.I imagine other mothers taking their time…
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The One Piece of Pregnancy Wisdom I Wish I Had Embraced
Get Pregnant FastWhen I was pregnant, I gained an extraordinary amount of weight—far more than the medical guidelines suggested. While my pre-pregnancy self was fit and agile, my pregnant self seemed to balloon beyond belief. Over the span of four…
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Stop Romanticizing Playgrounds of the Past – Modern Safety is Key
Get Pregnant FastThere’s a lot of nostalgia around the thrill of old-school playgrounds, but let’s face it: today’s playgrounds prioritize safety for good reason. As parents, we want our children to experience fun, but safety is always at the forefront…
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No, I Don’t Love My Partner Like I Once Did — It’s Improved Now
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Still Boston Strong: A Reflection on Resilience and Parenting
home insemination syringe“There was a bad man running around Brookfield, but the police captured him.” These words from my daughter, two years after the Boston Marathon bombing, struck me deeply. At nearly three years old during the tragedy, I never…
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How to Worry Like a Mom from the 1970s
Get Pregnant FastAh, the wise grandmothers of today often claim that we modern mothers stress too much, don’t they? Yet, with everything from organic food choices to the endless search for the perfect extracurricular activities, it’s hard not to feel…
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Why I Welcome a Touch of Enchantment in My Life and Wish the Same for My Children
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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
home insemination syringe What can a lifeguard tell you about keeping your kids safe at the pool? I turned to my friend Jake, who has been a lifeguard at a community pool for over five years. Last summer, he experienced a “jump” — the term lifeguards use when they have to save someone from drowning.…
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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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