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My Favorite Family Tradition? We Dine Together Every Evening (In Front of the TV)
Get Pregnant FastEvery night, my family gathers for dinner. Some evenings, we’re at the table as early as 4 PM due to late practices or concerts, while other nights we don’t sit down until after 8 PM. Regardless of the…
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Can Vaginal Seeding Help Babies Born via C-Section?
Get Pregnant FastYou may have heard some buzz about the benefits of exposing babies delivered by C-section to vaginal bacteria, a practice known as vaginal seeding. While some parents are considering this approach, leading health experts generally advise against it.What…
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My Autistic Son’s Halloween Experience
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Understanding the Importance of Emotional Connection in Parenting
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I Appear to Be a Young Mother, and It’s Not as Wonderful as It Seems
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Attention Moms of Picky Eaters: Mac & Cheese May Be on Its Way to a McDonald’s Near You!
Get Pregnant FastAre you exhausted from cooking and your kids are begging for comfort food? If your little ones are staunch fans of mac and cheese, then it’s time to head to McDonald’s! The fast-food chain is currently testing mac…
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Wife Shares Her Husband’s Sleep-Talking Shenanigans via Text, and It’s Hilarious!
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The Ongoing Debate Over Babysitting Rates
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Parenting Insights Inspired by Johnny Cash
Get Pregnant FastOne of the most memorable songs I know tells the story of a young boy whose life is shaped by a tough upbringing, largely due to “the meanest thing” his father did before leaving him and his mother…
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Tim Gunn: ‘Designers Ignore the Needs of American Women’
Get Pregnant FastIn a candid critique of the fashion industry, Tim Gunn, known for his role on Project Runway, addresses a glaring issue: designers are neglecting the clothing needs of American women, particularly those who wear sizes above a 10.…
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- We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
- 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
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We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
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Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
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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
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14 Things I No Longer Care About as I Age
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