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Heartfelt Stories from Our Community: Thanksgiving Gratitude
Get Pregnant FastWithout the support of our community, many families would face a Thanksgiving devoid of the warmth and joy that comes with a festive meal. One recipient shared how, without assistance, they would have spent the holiday with little…
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Top Picks for Treating Postpartum Stretch Marks in 2023
Get Pregnant FastNavigating postpartum recovery can be a wild ride, especially when it comes to the skin changes that come with it. If you’re dealing with stretch marks after giving birth, don’t fret! There are plenty of effective products out…
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My Last Summer with My Daughter Before College: A Journey of Connection
Get Pregnant FastAny parent with a high school senior understands the emotional rollercoaster that comes with the college admissions process. It’s a true test of parenting that can strain the bond you’ve built over nearly two decades. This period can…
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Why Doesn’t Parenting Come With a Mute Button?
Get Pregnant FastParenting can often feel like a relentless assault on the senses. It all begins with intense pain and chronic exhaustion. Your culinary delights are replaced with cold, uninspired meals as you scramble to get the kids to bed.…
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The Top 10 Surprising Realities of Newborns
Get Pregnant FastBabies are undeniably adorable and we often feel an overwhelming urge to cuddle them close! (When they’re not being a tad unsettling.) But let’s be real: they can sometimes resemble characters straight out of a horror flick. Think…
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Walmart Baby Days Sale: Amazing Deals to Share with My Mom Friends
Get Pregnant FastHey friends! I’m super excited to share some incredible finds from the Walmart Baby Days Sale happening now through September 30. If you’re like me and always on the lookout for budget-friendly baby essentials, this sale is a…
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The Day I Stopped Telling My Kids to ‘Hurry Up’
Get Pregnant FastIn a world filled with distractions, every minute feels like a race. The pressure to constantly check off items from an ever-growing to-do list can make life feel like a chaotic blur. For two intense years, I found…
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Healthy Candy: A Registered Dietitian’s Perspective
Get Pregnant FastAs a Registered Dietitian, I advise against offering kids “healthy” candy. With Halloween approaching, many parents feel the pressure when navigating the candy aisle filled with new options like low-sugar gummies and keto chocolate bars. However, it’s crucial…
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Embracing the Dadbod: The New Standard of Chill
Get Pregnant FastForget about the ultra-toned physiques that dominate social media—it’s time to celebrate the dadbod! This laid-back body type has emerged as a refreshing alternative to the so-called “rockstar” look. Defined by a gentle layer of softness over some…
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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…