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4 Realities About Our Post-Baby Bodies
Get Pregnant FastIt’s a Saturday morning, and I’m racing against the clock to snag a spot in my favorite 8 a.m. step class. The usual attendees are primarily women in their late 30s to early 50s. Today, however, I walk…
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Six Parenting Tasks I Wish I Could Outsource
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, I signed up for the whole adventure knowingly. I was fully aware that there would be messy situations, sleepless nights, and emotional roller coasters that could leave me feeling like I should be banned from…
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Who’s the Messiest? Navigating Life with a Slob
Get Pregnant FastLet’s dive into the messy realities of living with someone who just doesn’t seem to notice the clutter.1. The Messy Partner is Oblivious to the ChaosThis can be a tough pill to swallow, right? It’s like my partner…
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Murphy’s Laws of Traveling with Kids
Get Pregnant FastTraveling with children often feels like a lesson in expectation management. In my experience as a parent, the moments I anticipated to be extraordinary—like childbirth, holidays, and birthday celebrations—often turned out to be major disappointments. Conversely, the little…
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The Value of Giving Kids Time Away From Us
Get Pregnant FastBefore diving into the topic, take a moment to close your eyes and reflect on your happiest childhood memory. What comes to mind? What were you doing, and who were you with?If you’re anything like me, those vivid…
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Hernia During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastAs your baby bump expands, it’s common for your belly button to transition from an innie to an outie, serving as a cute reminder of your pregnancy journey. However, in some cases, this change can indicate the presence…
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Pregnancy Weight Gain Guide — How Much Should You Gain?
Get Pregnant FastHey there! If you’re curious about how much weight you should gain during pregnancy, you’re definitely not alone. It’s one of those topics that many expectant parents wonder about. So, let’s break it down together!First off, it’s important…
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The Five-Second Rule: A Mother’s Journey to Embracing Imperfection
Get Pregnant FastWhen my son was born, I was a complete germaphobe. Everything in sight around him had to be spotless, and I kept antibacterial wipes at the ready. Visitors were greeted with a mandatory hand wash before they could…
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Why Do Kids Struggle With Sleepovers?
Get Pregnant FastParenting is an adventure, filled with love and laughter—most of the time. I truly adore my children; they are my little treasures. However, let me be honest: sometimes I just need a breather from all the cherishing. We…
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Meteorologist Stands Up to Body Critics During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastNavigating a pregnancy can be challenging enough on its own, but imagine doing it while being in front of a camera every day. That’s the reality for local meteorologist, Sarah Thompson, who works for Channel 5 in Chicago.…
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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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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…