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Let’s Engage in Motherhood Bingo!
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25 Essential Items to Include in Your Hospital Bag
Get Pregnant FastWhen preparing for the arrival of your little one, packing a well-thought-out hospital bag is crucial. Here’s a list of 25 items you’ll be grateful you brought along for the journey. Water Bottle: Staying hydrated is important, so…
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Parenting is Challenging Because We’re Committed to Doing It Right
Get Pregnant FastParenting can often feel like an uphill battle, and there’s a prevalent narrative that makes us question our worthiness as parents if we ever feel overwhelmed or wish for a moment of peace. This idea suggests that if…
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Three Insights Every Mom Holds Close
Get Pregnant FastFrom my seat in the fifth row of the college auditorium, I witnessed a moment that tugged at my heart. As my daughter stepped forward with her fellow performers to deliver the breathtaking final chorus, something unusual caught…
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Should You Prioritize Time at Home With Your Teen Instead of Your Toddler?
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Would You Forgive $40,000 in Child Support?
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13 Things I Will Not Do This Christmas Season
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The Five Stages of Dilation
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Daycare Employees Charged for Running ‘Toddler Fight Club’
Get Pregnant FastIn a shocking incident that has sent ripples through the parenting community, two daycare workers in New Jersey have been arrested for allegedly orchestrating fights among children aged four to six and sharing videos of these altercations on…
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Humor in Customer Service: The Case of Alex Thompson
home insemination syringeIn a recent event that captured social media’s attention, a man named Alex Thompson humorously posed as a well-known retail chain on Facebook to engage with disgruntled customers. This occurred after the store announced a shift away from gender-specific signage, particularly in the toy department, which sparked outrage among certain patrons who voiced…
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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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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,…
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Why My Children Attend a Summer Day Program While I Work from Home
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10 Strategies for Navigating Your High-Risk Pregnancy with Grace
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Your 11-Week-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
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14 Surprising Insights About Your First Pregnancy
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The Piercing Experience: A Reflection on Youthful Choices
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