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When Is the Right Time to Share Your Pregnancy News?
Get Pregnant Fast Congratulations on the exciting news that you’re expecting! As you navigate the whirlwind of emotions that come with this life-changing moment, you might be wondering when the right time is to let others in on your joyful revelation. With such wonderful news to share, it can be hard to resist telling those…
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You Haven’t Experienced Sass Until You Have a 5-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we can hardly contain our joy when our little ones take their first steps or start to babble adorable, if somewhat confusing, words. We cherish their tiny hugs and those sweet, messy kisses. In those early days, it’s easy to think of our children as the smartest and most well-behaved…
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The Club of Lost Mothers: A Reflection on Parental Absence in Stories
Get Pregnant Fast Note: Jamie Rivers, a writer and advocate for parental awareness, has faced the challenges of ALS since her diagnosis in 2012. In honor of her journey, contributions can be made at speed4jamie.com. Recently, while browsing at the grocery store, I stumbled upon a thought-provoking article in The Atlantic titled “Why are all…
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Creating a Safe Haven for My Children: A Place to Find Comfort
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I found myself on the phone with my parents, venting about the tough day I was having. It wasn’t just an ordinary day; I had received a hefty hospital bill for my husband’s recent four-day stay, alongside a letter from the IRS indicating an audit and an unexpected tax bill that…
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Heartfelt Moment as Kindergartener Struggles with Separation from Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching scene captured by a local news crew, young Ethan Ramirez, just four years old, was asked how he felt about starting kindergarten at Maple Grove Elementary in Los Angeles. When the reporter inquired whether he would miss his mom, emotions took over, and Ethan broke down in tears. This…
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The Unmatched Bond of Mom Friends
Get Pregnant Fast When my friend Lisa became the first of my close companions to welcome a baby, I was both excited and bewildered. After she delivered her adorable son in June 2014, I made a trip to the hospital, brought her a homemade dinner, and dropped by after work occasionally to cuddle her little…
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The Final Countdown: My Cookie-Baking Days Are Running Out
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate through my youngest daughter’s final year of high school, I can’t help but reflect on the bittersweet journey we’re on together. This is the third entry in a series where I share my experiences as a stay-at-home mom, watching my daughter prepare for college and contemplating my own transition…
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Excuse Me While I Go Lose My Lunch: The Perils of Public Speaking
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, I threw a milestone birthday bash for my friend Alex, marking his 30th trip around the sun. It was a cozy gathering, with around 30 of our closest friends and family. I spent months planning every detail—from the gold-themed decor to the pomegranate martinis and a spread of…