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The Essential Guide for Expecting Moms: Navigating OB Appointments
Get Pregnant Fast A close friend of mine, who is expecting her first child (bless her heart!), recently inquired about what to expect during those routine monthly OB appointments. Let me tell you, they can be somewhat mundane. Seriously, anticlimactic! Here’s the lowdown for those new to this experience, ensuring you’re not caught off guard:…
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Gazing into the Eyes of a Refugee Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Oct. 26, 2023 Originally Published: Sep. 15, 2015 I never intended to write about this experience. Honestly, I didn’t. My goal was to engage quietly, to observe the incredible individuals sacrificing so much for a cause that desperately needs our attention. I wanted to lend a hand, however small, and then…
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I’m a Feminist Mom Who Wants a Boob Job, Like, Yesterday
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get real: I’m not the kind of woman who can claim that the love I have for my body’s journey through motherhood eclipses my disappointment when I catch a glimpse of my sagging breasts, stretched belly, and the beginnings of jowls staring back at me in the mirror. Society often tells…
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When Life Gets Heavy, Turn Your Attention to Your Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Like many across the nation, the recent events have left me feeling unsettled, anxious, and at times, overwhelmed. The reality of our political landscape is something I can hardly wrap my head around. I have found myself oscillating between feelings of anger, insignificance, and an unsettling sense of insecurity—often experiencing all of…
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Don’t Trust the Memories of Moms with Older Kids—We All Suffer from Momnesia
Get Pregnant Fast When I reflect on my 15-year-old daughter’s early days, I picture her as an exceptionally charming little one. Sure, she wasn’t the best sleeper, but overall, she was a pretty easygoing baby. As a toddler, I could set her down with a pile of board books, and she would page through them…
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A Creative Dad Crafts a Chem-Ball Purse for His Daughter Inspired by Big Hero 6
Get Pregnant Fast Remember Honey Lemon? She’s the brilliant engineering student and chemistry whiz from Big Hero 6, known for her Power Purse that conjured up an assortment of chemical gadgets and defenses. Well, a devoted dad named Alex wanted to ensure his daughter, Mia, had the complete costume experience, which meant she needed her…
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Mom Channels Calvin Klein Ad to Empower Women About Post-Baby Bodies
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where postpartum bodies often face scrutiny, one mom decided to take a stand and embrace the beauty of her transformation. Inspired by Kendall Jenner’s recent Calvin Klein campaign, Jessica Hart, a 26-year-old mother, recreated the iconic ad to send a powerful message about body acceptance after childbirth. For many…
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Why I’ve Changed My Perspective on Mama’s Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 31, 2016 Originally Published: March 4, 2005 As a mother of three energetic boys, I’ve come to embrace the term “Mama’s Boys” with warmth and affection. Once, I viewed this label through a critical lens, associating it with weakness and dependence. I believed that Mama’s Boys were overly soft, submissive,…
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A Heartfelt Farewell to Reflux: A Mother’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast I cannot express the depth of my frustration, Reflux. You dared to inflict pain on my precious little girl, my radiant angel. How could anyone see her light when you cloaked her in cries and discomfort? Because of you, she was labeled the “fussy baby,” the “troublesome one,” and the “constant crier.”…
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Your 39-Week-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
Get Pregnant Fast Congratulations! Your little one is now 39 weeks old, and it’s an exciting time for both of you. Your Baby’s Growing Awareness At this stage, you might notice your baby becoming increasingly aware of her surroundings and possibly feeling overwhelmed by new experiences. Unexpected noises, like a barking dog or the doorbell…