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20 Essential Life Lessons for My 20-Year-Old
Get Pregnant FastAs my eldest child, Alex, just stepped into his twenties, I find myself reflecting on what that milestone really means. It’s a reminder of my own youth—sitting in a college classroom, cramming for a Shakespeare midterm, and wearing…
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How Pets Shape Families
Get Pregnant FastWe’ve had to say goodbye to both of our dogs in recent years, and it was an incredibly tough farewell. They were not just pets; they were cherished members of our family. For nearly 13 years, they were…
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To Save My Marriage, I Had to Stop Striving for Perfection
Get Pregnant FastI often find myself reflecting on my upbringing, and it’s hard not to blame my parents for my misconceptions about marriage. Their tumultuous relationship led me to believe that with enough effort, any marriage could be salvaged. I…
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9 Adorable Baby Swimsuits I’d Totally Rock, Honestly
Get Pregnant FastAs summer approaches, it’s time to think about cute swimsuits for your little one. I stumbled upon some amazing options that are not just adorable but also practical. Here are nine baby swimsuits that I would honestly consider…
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9 Reasons I Chose Home Birth for My Children
Get Pregnant FastBefore I became a mother, I viewed home births as something reserved for the free-spirited and adventurous. As someone who generally prefers to play it safe, I was filled with uncertainty about the idea of giving birth at…
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The Top 12 Pregnancy Pillows of 2025
Get Pregnant FastHey there, future moms! If you’re on the journey to motherhood, you might be on the lookout for the best pregnancy pillows that can make those long nights much more comfortable. We’ve rounded up the top picks that…
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Whose Homework Is It, Anyway?
Get Pregnant FastReflecting on my childhood, I remember being an eager learner, longing for homework that my school didn’t provide until fourth grade. I felt cheated, wishing for the academic challenges that I craved. Fast forward to my own kids,…
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Why They Call It a ‘Sleepover’
Get Pregnant FastMenuParentingWhy They Call It a ‘Sleepover’by Jessica Lane Updated: June 23, 2020 Originally Published: September 25, 2015I never intended to cause any chaos. It was merely a mishap, a consequence of a sugar-fueled frenzy. Let’s be real—who in…
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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…