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My Decision To Keep My Son Off the Football Field Was a Tough One
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What You Might Not Realize When You Critique This Image of My Daughter
Get Pregnant FastBy: Taylor BrooksThis is my daughter, and yes, those are her nipples. Take a moment to digest that.Yes, you heard me right. My daughter. Her nipples. I’ll pause here while you gather your thoughts, whether it’s to fume,…
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When It Comes to Expressing Love for Our Kids, There’s No Universal Solution
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My Wild Years Shaped Me into a Better Mom
Get Pregnant FastI have vivid memories of one particular night that changed everything. Picture this: I stumbled off a school bus and straight into a bar, completely unaware that I was about to embark on a wild birthday adventure. Yes,…
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Is Teaching Chivalry to Our Sons Inconsistent with Feminism?
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9 Roles Every Parent of Tweens Might Consider
1. Health Educatorhome insemination syringeNavigating the complexities of puberty can be challenging, marked by physical changes and emotional fluctuations. As a parent, it’s crucial to approach this stage with maturity, despite the initial discomfort that may arise from observing your…
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What to Anticipate at Your Baby’s Four-Month Check-Up
Get Pregnant FastWhen it’s time for your baby’s four-month check-up, you can expect a routine physical examination similar to what you experienced during the last visit. The pediatrician will weigh and measure your little one, discussing her growth progress in…
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The Haunted House That Would Terrify Any Mother
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The Advantages of Raising an Only Child
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Artificial Sweeteners: A Healthier Alternative to Sugar?
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- Navigating the Conversation About Legal Marijuana with Your Kids
- 39 Reasons Why My Son Refuses to Eat Dinner
- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- 4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
- The Best of Intentions: Navigating Parenting Conversations
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Navigating the Conversation About Legal Marijuana with Your Kids
low cost IUI“Are those pot brownies?” my child blurted out during a casual snack time. I thought about correcting them, “You mean ‘pot brownies,’ right?” She just shrugged and asked, “What’s the difference?” Cue the awkward silence—time for a serious chat about drugs.I wasn’t even sure if people really made crack brownies—do they?—but I knew…
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39 Reasons Why My Son Refuses to Eat Dinner
low cost IUI Every parent knows the struggle of dealing with picky eaters, and I can certainly relate. While my daughter is adventurous with food, my 4-year-old son seems to have a fresh excuse every night when it comes to dinner. To borrow a line from a classic film, “My son crafts reasons for not…
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
home insemination syringe Hey there! Yes, I’m addressing you — the lone individual at this children’s sports event who’s out there berating the referees and players, flailing your arms, and exhaling in frustration, essentially behaving like a petulant child. It’s time for you to take a step back. In fact, take multiple seats. Maybe even…
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4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
low cost IUI When I first received my gestational diabetes diagnosis, I was a bundle of nerves. I sobbed to my husband and family, convinced I was to blame for this predicament. I panicked over the thought of needles, hefty babies, and a restricted diet. Fast forward to my second pregnancy, and I was much…
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The Best of Intentions: Navigating Parenting Conversations
low cost IUI At a lively brunch gathering, a family friend turns to me, a warm smile lighting up her face. “Your kids are absolutely precious!” she exclaims. “Thank you! We think they’re pretty great,” I reply, trying to keep the humility in check. But then comes the dreaded question: “So, which one is the…
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How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
low cost IUI As my children have grown and we’ve finally bid farewell to those endless Caillou reruns, my husband and I are thrilled to introduce our two tweens to the wonderfully nostalgic world of ‘80s movies—the greatest cinematic era, if I do say so myself! Watching these films takes me back to a time…
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Teaching Our Sons About Respect and Consent
low cost IUI Hey there, fellow parents! When I say, “We need to teach our sons not to engage in harmful behaviors,” here’s what I’m getting at. Let’s kick things off early—like, really early—when they’re too young to even think about it. Instilling Respect for Their Bodies Start by instilling respect for their own bodies.…
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A Tidy Home (or Not!)
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The Joys of Raising an Autistic Teenager
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