Author: mutony
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What Kind of Mom Misses the First Day of School Photos?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the blissful silence that follows the chaotic summer days! The much-anticipated back-to-school season is finally here, and while I’d been counting down the days, I have to admit, the last few weeks of summer spent with my children weren’t half bad. Surprisingly, I discovered that I actually enjoyed their company. They’ve…
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13 Valuable Lessons My Husband Can Take from Our Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast While my three-year-old son has a long road ahead filled with learning and growth, I’ve noticed that he’s already grasped some important life lessons that many adults, including my husband, might benefit from revisiting. Here are thirteen insights from my toddler that I believe could enhance my husband’s approach to life and…
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Navigating Puberty: What Every Parent Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast Reflecting on my own experience with puberty in the mid-‘80s, I can vividly picture the awkwardness of it all. I remember entering health class as a seventh grader, where boys and girls were separated, and a calm teacher guided us through the peculiar world of body changes. We giggled at illustrations of…
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Why I Encourage Kids to Spend Time at My Home
Get Pregnant Fast The young boy nestled in the back of my minivan pleaded with his mom to let him come over to play, exclaiming, “They have an XBox!” His mother chuckled, politely declining — for now — while I couldn’t help but smile. My grand plan is in motion. When kids come to my…
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How Did I End Up Here?
Get Pregnant Fast As I find myself crawling under the dining room table, retrieving what seems to be an entire ear of corn lodged beneath my 18-month-old son’s chair, I can’t help but wonder, “How did I end up here?” Nearby, my once-cherished cat, Oliver, whom I’ve barely acknowledged since my son’s arrival and even…
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4 Unexpected Benefits of Gestational Diabetes
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the challenges of gestational diabetes (GD) can feel overwhelming at first. When I was diagnosed, I was devastated; I wondered if my weight had caused this condition. I spent hours reading online about needles, large babies, and strict diets. However, by the time I faced GD with my second pregnancy, I…
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7 Ways Parenthood Enhanced My Writing Routine
Get Pregnant Fast Becoming a parent can transform many aspects of life, including your creative practices. I never imagined that my unexpected pregnancy at 41 would lead me to become a more productive writer. Now, with my little one just over 20 months old, I find that the lessons learned from parenting seamlessly apply to…
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Exploring the Ring Gender Test: A Fun Way to Predict Your Baby’s Sex
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re eager to discover your baby’s sex before the big reveal, you might be intrigued by the ring gender test—a time-honored tradition that has been passed down through generations. But what exactly is it, and how do you try it out? What is the Ring Gender Test? The ring gender test…