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Why Babies Put Everything in Their Mouths
Get Pregnant FastIt might seem a bit unsanitary, but mouthing is a natural phase in your baby’s growth. From favorite toys to fuzz on the carpet, it’s likely that your little one has explored just about everything with their mouth.…
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Fantastic Deals on Baby Products After Black Friday
Get Pregnant FastAs a mom, I can assure you that there are still fantastic deals to be had on baby products even after Black Friday! While the main shopping event may have passed, there are still numerous discounts on baby…
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Proof That Moms Are Stunning After Delivery
Get Pregnant FastIn recent weeks, the internet buzzed with excitement as a well-known celebrity, Emma Brooks, effortlessly showcased her beauty just hours after welcoming her baby into the world. This inspired us to invite our community to share their own…
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Dear Daughters, Why I Blog…
Get Pregnant FastMy daughter, Luna, writes in her journal nearly every day. Her reflections are far more profound than what I jotted down at her age. I recently stumbled upon my third-grade diary, filled with entries like, “Dear Dairy, we…
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Overzealous Allergy Parent Criticizes Neighborhood for Halloween Treat Choices
Get Pregnant FastAs awareness surrounding food allergies grows, particularly through initiatives like the Teal Pumpkin Project, many communities are striving to create inclusive experiences for all children during food-centric holidays like Halloween. This movement is commendable, providing options such as…
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Why Back Surgery is No Walk in the Park Compared to Childbirth
Get Pregnant FastNo one needs to ask the reasons why when it comes to childbirth. It’s a shared experience that unites mothers everywhere.“Which doctor are you seeing?” my friend asked as we chatted. “Dr. Thompson did my knees a couple…
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Understanding the Importance of Urine Tests in Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastAs you embark on your pregnancy journey, it’s essential to familiarize yourself with urine tests. These tests, performed during your prenatal visits, play a critical role in monitoring your health and that of your baby.What Do Urine Tests…
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6 Life Lessons I Gained from My Ovaries
Get Pregnant FastLast year marked a significant turning point in my tumultuous relationship with my ovaries: I underwent a complete hysterectomy on my oldest son’s birthday. Eighteen years prior, my reproductive system had played a crucial role in bringing my…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant FastI won’t sugarcoat it—I’ve been yearning for my girl Ella this summer (yes, Ella Harper and I are on a first-name basis). At first, I thought it was a bit odd—maybe I was just trying to escape my mundane routine and dream of a more thrilling life like hers. But then it hit…
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From One Rage Cleaner to Another: Feels Good, Doesn’t It?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the infamous “rage clean.” You know the drill: one minute, everything is fine, and the next, you’re on your hands and knees, vacuuming up that random rock your child decided to bring inside—only to leave it on the floor for days. At first, it didn’t bother you, but now, seeing that…
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Navigating the Challenges of Parenting Spirited, Emotional, or Difficult Children
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be an incredible journey filled with joy, but for those raising spirited, emotional, or challenging children, it can often feel like an uphill battle. My first experience with this was when my daughter, Lily, now 20, was born. She was an exceptionally colicky baby, crying incessantly for nearly the first…
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17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Sons, As you grow into young men, I have countless lessons to share with you about life, strength, and respect—both for women and for yourselves. But today, I want to focus on some fundamental truths that, while not the most profound, will certainly make your lives easier as you navigate the…
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13 Thoughts Moms Have While at the Orthodontist
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, I find myself spending about an hour every couple of months at the orthodontist’s office. By my calculations, this will total around 72 hours by the time my third child completes their orthodontic journey. Despite the frequency of these visits, I can’t help but be plagued by the same…
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13 Essential Lessons About Money I Want to Share with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my kids on a trip to my grandmother’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the house she grew up in and the stories of her childhood antics, including dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store. But what struck them the most was the stark…
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Confessions of a Not-So-Retired Baseball Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, baseball isn’t just a sport; it’s woven into the very fabric of our lives. When the time came for our daughter to step up to the plate, we knew she had some big expectations to meet. With two teenage brothers who have spent countless hours on the field, and…