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Why I Feel Guilty About Not Wanting More Kids
Get Pregnant FastIn the early days after welcoming my first child into the world, I embraced the role of a new mother with an almost overwhelming sense of pride. I felt like I had found my true calling. As a…
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Things You Shouldn’t Do Before Mom’s Coffee Kicks In
Get Pregnant FastDear Beloved Children,By now, you’ve likely realized that your mother is not a morning person, and for your own safety, I’ve created a list of things to avoid before I’ve had my much-needed coffee. Oh, that glorious brew…
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Generation X: The Adaptable Pioneers
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8 Essential Strategies for Parents to Escape the Guilt Trap
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, it’s all too easy to fall into the guilt trap. You may find yourself blaming your choices when your child faces challenges or feels unhappy. You might replay moments in your mind when you lost…
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Revisiting ‘thirtysomething’ as a Fortysomething Parent
Get Pregnant FastIn a beautifully nostalgic ’80s setting, we find the charming couple, Lily and Mark, sharing a tender moment on their bedroom floor. Suddenly, their adorable baby crawls by, interrupting their kiss. As I settled in to watch Season…
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Embracing Motherhood: A Comprehensive Guide
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Messy Moms: Embracing the Chaos of Parenthood
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Our Beloved TV Classics Are Back with a Twist!
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: June 9, 2016 Originally Published: June 10, 2015I almost named my two new pups Sam and Diane, but after a vote, we settled on different names. The boy is a big, lovable goofball with a wagging tail…
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10 Reasons Being a Kid Isn’t All It’s Cracked Up to Be
Get Pregnant FastAs adults, we often reminisce about the carefree days of childhood, thinking kids have it easy. However, being a child isn’t always the blissful experience we tend to romanticize. Here are ten reasons why, sometimes, being a kid…
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My 4-Year-Old Learned About Life and Death, and It Wasn’t Easy
Get Pregnant FastBefore heading out for dinner with a friend, I quickly prepared a simple meal of chicken nuggets, broccoli, and apple slices for my kids. I appreciated my husband’s help at home and wanted to avoid any mealtime meltdowns.…
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The Challenging Reality of Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Humor in Customer Service: The Case of Alex Thompson
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Anxiety Is Stealing My Son’s Joyful Childhood
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The Great Pants Debate: A Comedic Take on Clothing Discomfort
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This Hilarious Clip of Jake Thompson Assembling an Ikea Crib Is Relatable for All of Us
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Educating My Daughters on Pen Pals in a Social Media World
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BREAKING NEWS: A WOMAN GIVES BIRTH AND ROCKS A BIKINI!
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Never Stay in a Snowbound Vehicle While Someone Clears You Out
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Essential Lessons I Overlooked Before My Daughter’s College Journey
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I Finally Understand You, Mom
home insemination syringe Updated: June 29, 2023 Originally Published: May 6, 2015 Today, I reached out to you because I was feeling inundated with responsibilities. Without hesitation, you agreed to come over as soon as you finished your laundry. When you arrived for lunch with me and the kids, your mere presence brought me comfort,…