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Navigating the Journey of Motherhood
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Non-Human Things My Kids Resemble After a Week Stuck Indoors
Get Pregnant FastA week of winter break coupled with frigid temperatures has turned my two usually sweet-tempered kids into… well, let’s just say they’re not quite themselves. Here are ten amusing things they’ve taken on the likeness of during their…
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Mom Demonstrates That Four-Year-Olds Can Be Challenging
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OCD Controlled My Life for Two Decades
Get Pregnant FastAs a child, I often found myself waiting alone in the school foyer, anxiously anticipating my mom’s arrival. One day, when she was ten minutes late, an overwhelming sense of dread washed over me, convincing me that something…
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Skin Darkening and Discoloration During Pregnancy: Causes & Symptoms
Get Pregnant FastPregnancy brings about numerous changes, both physically and emotionally, and one of the most noticeable shifts can often be seen in your skin. If you’ve noticed some changes in skin color since becoming pregnant, you’re not alone. Many…
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At the Mercy of the Universe’s Clock
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The Humorous Parents of Twitter Complain About Complaining and Crying
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The Ups and Downs of Parenting Without a Support Network
Get Pregnant FastWhen my partner and I embarked on our parenting journey, we found ourselves in a new state, far from friends and family. The initial challenges were tough, but they escalated as our family grew. Navigating pregnancy became increasingly…
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Newborn Photography Trend: Capturing Babies in Casts of Mom’s Pregnant Belly
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re looking for a fresh and meaningful take on newborn photography, you might want to check out the latest trend of using bump bowls. This innovative method, which involves creating a plaster cast of a mother’s belly…
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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
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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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