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Gripe Water for Newborns and Babies
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re a parent dealing with a gassy or fussy baby, you’re not alone. Many new parents seek out natural remedies to soothe their little ones, and one option that often comes up is gripe water. But what…
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Dad’s Heartwarming Lunchbox Note to His Daughter Goes Viral
Get Pregnant FastIn the whirlwind of parenting, it’s easy to get lost in the chaos of daily responsibilities and second-guess our decisions. We often forget the fundamental truth: what our children truly crave is to feel loved. A touching note…
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A Letter to My Soon-to-Be College Freshman Niece
Get Pregnant FastMy dear Emma,First and foremost, I want you to know how much I love you. That’s the most crucial message I need to get across as you embark on this thrilling new chapter of your life. While I…
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7 Strategies for Keeping My Kids Drug-Free
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, I want to do everything in my power to ensure my children stay away from drugs. While some of their friends are facing serious consequences for substance use, my son has managed to stay on…
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My Kids Could Never Be Cannibals: Insights from the First 10 Days of Summer
Get Pregnant FastIt’s a relief to realize that my children won’t resort to cannibalism. This was the first of many epiphanies I had during the infamous “First 10 Days of Summer Vacation.” The structured routine of school and extracurriculars rapidly…
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Culturally Competent Maternity Care: How to Locate It and Why It Matters
Get Pregnant FastObtaining culturally sensitive maternity care ensures that every mother feels respected and understood throughout her pregnancy journey. This type of care acknowledges and honors the diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and values of individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation,…
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10 Surprising Realities Nobody Warns You About After Giving Birth
Get Pregnant FastChildbirth classes felt like a must-do for me during my pregnancy. As someone who thrives on knowledge and prefers the raw truth over sugar-coated tales, I was that eager participant, notes in hand. With twins on the way,…
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I Planned for a Natural Birth — So Why Did I Opt for an Epidural?
Get Pregnant FastWhen I entered the delivery room, I quickly realized that my intentions were about to shift dramatically. I had to navigate the feelings of disappointment and relief simultaneously.My mother, Vanessa, had given birth to nine children, and eight…
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10 Essential Tips for First-Time Grandmothers
Get Pregnant FastBecoming a grandmother for the first time is a thrilling experience, filled with joy and excitement. However, navigating this new role can sometimes be tricky, especially when you want to support the new parents. Here are ten helpful…
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Motherhood Transformed My Body
Get Pregnant FastBy: Emma Reynolds Updated: Aug. 21, 2015 Originally Published: Feb. 18, 2012For the past two years, I’ve been navigating the world of physical therapy, and if I’m honest, my children are partly to blame.I still remember watching a…
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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…
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Rediscovering Myself Beyond Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast For the past eight years, my existence has been deeply intertwined with my two little ones. Almost everything I do revolves around them; after all, I wear the title of “Mommy.” The moment I saw those two pink lines was a highlight of my life; getting married and starting a family were…
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The Wisdom Passed Down From My Mother
Get Pregnant Fast My mother recently celebrated her 80th birthday. She defies the stereotypes of what someone at that age is supposed to look or act like. Florence Henderson is 80. Cicely Tyson is 80. Willie Nelson, Barbara Feldon, Joan Rivers — all 80. It’s hard for me to grasp that these icons are that…
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What to Anticipate on Your First Day at Home with Baby
Get Pregnant Fast Start your morning with a delightful breakfast in bed, courtesy of the hospital cafeteria. The caring nurses will bring your little one to you, allowing for some precious bonding time. Soon after, the doctor delivers the exciting news: it’s time to go home! Cue the panic. You suddenly remember that the car…