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Motherhood Awakened Me From My Deep Depression
Get Pregnant FastI spent three years of my existence in a fog.After battling major depressive disorder for nearly a decade, my mind, heart, and body reached a breaking point. At just 23 years old, I felt utterly exhausted — worn…
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10 Strategies for Managing the Challenges of Parenting a Threenager
Get Pregnant FastParenting can sometimes feel like navigating a minefield, especially when that adorable toddler of yours turns into a “threenager.” I first came across this term before my child hit three, thinking it was just a playful way to…
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Hey Friends, Keep Your Belongings Out of My Bag
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5 Downsides of the KonMari Method
Get Pregnant FastWhen I was a kid, I had an unusual talent for organizing. While my sister would pay me a dollar to tidy her room, I would direct her on how to declutter—sort socks into hampers, arrange books by…
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In Defense of Protecting Our Children for as Long as Possible
Get Pregnant FastMy partner and I engage in open and honest conversations with our children. No topic is off-limits; when they have questions, we strive to provide clear answers that are appropriate for their age. However, we are mindful of…
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The Connection Between Swaddling and SIDS: What Parents Need to Know
Get Pregnant FastSwaddling has long been a popular method for helping infants sleep, but a recent study has raised concerns about its potential link to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). This research indicates that swaddling may increase the risk of…
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Navigating the Challenges of Parenting an Anxious Learner
Get Pregnant FastParenting can often feel like a rollercoaster ride, especially when you have a child who struggles with anxiety around learning. I remember vividly a recent evening spent in my 7-year-old son’s room, trying to assist him with his…
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A Piece of Junk Mail Reminded Me of My Loss and My Strength
Get Pregnant FastNavigating life after losing a child is a journey that changes everything. As a parent who has faced this unimaginable grief, I often reflect on the distinct lines drawn between life “before” and “after” the loss. Over the…
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Hey, Oldest Child: Remember, You’re His Sister, Not His Mom
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, you might assume that a small age gap between siblings, like the 355 days between my kids, would foster a sense of equality rather than a strict older sister-younger brother dynamic. I expected them to…
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- A Call to Hollywood: Respect Our ’80s Nostalgia
- Beverly Cleary: Celebrating a Century of Inspiring Young Readers
- How to Reduce Sibling Squabbles!
- Am I a Soccer Mom?
- Sharing the Joys of the ’80s with My Children
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A Call to Hollywood: Respect Our ’80s Nostalgia
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Beverly Cleary: Celebrating a Century of Inspiring Young Readers
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How to Reduce Sibling Squabbles!
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Am I a Soccer Mom?
Menu Parenting Am I a Soccer Mom? home insemination syringe Updated: July 9, 2020 Originally Published: May 12, 2005 One afternoon, while driving my 8-year-old to soccer practice, a realization struck me: I fit the mold of a soccer mom—a familiar stereotype of the suburban, middle-aged mother who often finds herself in the spotlight during…
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Sharing the Joys of the ’80s with My Children
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A Message From Our Founder
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Why Embracing 40 Can Be a Positive Experience
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7 Dream Careers Inspired by 80s Television Shows
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When to Introduce Solid Foods to Your Baby
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Navigating Your 40s: Embracing the Uncertainty of Life
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