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The Repeal of the ACA Will Exacerbate the Mental Health Crisis
Get Pregnant FastI have a friend named Sarah who is currently seeking mental health care. Despite having insurance, she finds herself on the edge of postpartum depression and regular depression—if such a thing can even be considered regular. Living in…
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Parents Are Just People
Get Pregnant FastCertain moments in life are forever etched in our memories. I remember the day the space shuttle Challenger tragically exploded on January 28, 1986. I recall a random evening in the fall of 1987, when I experienced my…
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17 Insights from Parents of Children with Food Allergies
Get Pregnant FastBefore we discovered that our youngest child had severe food allergies, we kept our emergency contacts scrawled on a wrinkled piece of paper, tucked away between the kitchen utensils. However, everything changed when our daughter Mia was just…
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The Importance of Women Having Control Over Pregnancy Decisions
Get Pregnant FastWomen deserve the right to choose when they want to become pregnant. As advocates like Maria and James Thompson emphasize, access to contraception empowers women to shape their futures. “The impact of a reliable contraceptive method is profound.…
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Dear Future Daddy: A Playful Twist on Parenthood
Get Pregnant FastHey there, future daddy! As we embark on this wild journey of parenthood, let’s lay down some expectations, shall we? Inspired by Meghan Trainor’s hit, I’m here to pen my own version and share some cheeky insights on…
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A Raw Look at Dating 101 from a Woman Who Knows the Score
Get Pregnant FastIt’s hard to believe that “Pretty Woman” hit screens 25 years ago on March 23, 1990. I was just a teenager, grappling with a love life that was more theoretical than practical—I hadn’t yet experienced the thrill of…
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Why Moms Can’t Escape Identity Theft
Get Pregnant FastI’ve lost my identity. And the twist? I know exactly who the culprits are. This ragtag trio of little ones has commandeered my name, trading it in for a slew of generic titles. I’m no longer “Emily.” Now,…
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10 Valuable Life Lessons Learned from ’80s Movies
Get Pregnant FastThe classic films of the 1980s imparted wisdom that has shaped my approach to adulthood in ways I never anticipated while sporting acid-wash jeans and pastel blazers. Here are ten life lessons I picked up from this iconic…
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Parents Create DIY Wheelchair for Toddler Using Pinterest Inspiration
Get Pregnant FastIn a heartwarming story from Edmonton, Alberta, a determined mother took the initiative to craft a DIY wheelchair for her toddler after a life-changing medical diagnosis. After learning her daughter, little Mia Thompson, was paralyzed due to a…
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Exciting News: Gender-Neutral Bedding for Kids at Target!
Get Pregnant FastFor too long, we’ve been stuck in a cycle of gendered decor, with girls drowning in pink and sparkles while boys are surrounded by blue trucks and dinosaurs. But here’s a refreshing twist: your daughter might adore both…
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You Lose, NRA: Doctors Can Now Discuss Firearms with Patients
Get Pregnant FastIn a significant ruling, a federal appeals court has overturned parts of a Florida law that previously prohibited physicians from inquiring about firearm ownership among their patients. Understanding whether guns are present in a household is crucial for patient safety, and now, doctors can freely address this vital topic.According to The Trace, the…
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To My Youngest, The Sibling of a Special Needs Child: Important Lessons for You
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little One, Today marks your 4th birthday, and I find myself marveling at how quickly time flies. Watching you play and laugh with your friends fills my heart with indescribable joy. I want to take a moment to share some thoughts with you—thoughts that you may not fully understand right now,…
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FDA Issues New Warning: Parents, Avoid Homeopathic Teething Products
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent alert, the FDA has reiterated its stance against the use of homeopathic teething products for infants, particularly those made by Hyland’s. Despite the discontinuation of their teething tablets and gels, the company has not issued a recall, raising concerns among parents everywhere. Many of us, myself included, relied on…
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Mother’s Controversial Choice: Leaving Child Alone in Hotel Room Sparks Debate
Get Pregnant Fast Is parental paranoia at an all-time high? This question has surfaced after a British mother faced backlash for her decision to leave her sleeping baby unattended in their hotel room while she and her husband dined downstairs. In a candid article for a popular online publication, she recounted the night they placed…
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Mark Thompson Shares Heartwarming News of Baby Number Two with a Touching Ode to Siblings
Get Pregnant Fast In an exciting announcement, Mark Thompson revealed that his wife, Emma, is expecting their second child. When Mark first shared the news of Emma’s pregnancy with their first child, he opened up about their challenges with fertility, a post that resonated with countless families. Today, he joyfully declared that Emma is pregnant…
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Navigating Life with a Hyperactive Child: My Little Dynamo Never Stops Moving
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, my youngest son, Alex, helped me assemble a bathroom cabinet that seemed to have a million parts. Unlike me, he skips the instructions and dives right in. He unwraps everything, meticulously organizes the pieces (sorting is his thing), and then gets down to business. “We can figure this out, Mom,”…
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Motherhood: The Unvarnished Truth
Get Pregnant Fast This morning, I completely lost it. After getting the kids ready for school—dressed, fed, teeth brushed, and backpacks in tow—I turned on the TV. I have a strict rule about which channels they can watch. There’s so much garbage out there—shows aimed at teens and preteens that feature kids hurling insults like…
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The Hidden Sisterhood of Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast Miscarriage — it’s a term shrouded in silence, isn’t it? A word often kept to ourselves or whispered among trusted friends, even though nearly one in four women will experience it. If you go through a miscarriage, you find yourself in an unspoken sisterhood that few outsiders dare to discuss and that…
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The 7 Stages of Breaking Up with Coffee as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Coffee has earned its place alongside the essentials of parenting, right up there with extra diapers. In those early morning hours, many parents might even regard it as more valuable than their own children. But what happens when you decide to break up with this beloved brown brew, whether for health reasons…