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Parents Are Just People
Get Pregnant FastCertain moments in life are forever etched in our memories. I remember the day the space shuttle Challenger tragically exploded on January 28, 1986. I recall a random evening in the fall of 1987, when I experienced my…
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Dear Future Daddy: A Playful Twist on Parenthood
Get Pregnant FastHey there, future daddy! As we embark on this wild journey of parenthood, let’s lay down some expectations, shall we? Inspired by Meghan Trainor’s hit, I’m here to pen my own version and share some cheeky insights on…
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A Raw Look at Dating 101 from a Woman Who Knows the Score
Get Pregnant FastIt’s hard to believe that “Pretty Woman” hit screens 25 years ago on March 23, 1990. I was just a teenager, grappling with a love life that was more theoretical than practical—I hadn’t yet experienced the thrill of…
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10 Valuable Life Lessons Learned from ’80s Movies
Get Pregnant FastThe classic films of the 1980s imparted wisdom that has shaped my approach to adulthood in ways I never anticipated while sporting acid-wash jeans and pastel blazers. Here are ten life lessons I picked up from this iconic…
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The Two Missing Children: Navigating Miscarriage Conversations with Kids
Get Pregnant FastDuring a recent gathering on Mother’s Day, my husband, our two children, and I encountered a family with four kids. My youngest, a curious 8-year-old named Jake, paused to observe them, a wistful expression on his face. “That…
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7 Ways I’m Still Like My 17-Year-Old Self
Get Pregnant FastIf someone had told me during my teenage years, while I was engrossed in a novel by Jack Kerouac or jamming to R.E.M. on my cassette player, that I would eventually be a stay-at-home mom to six kids,…
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Is Homework the Real Issue?
Get Pregnant FastBack in the 1980s, when I was in elementary school, homework was a staple of our education. Many of my peers from Generation X share similar memories—spelling exercises, vocabulary drills, or a simple worksheet were part of our…
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Why I Dream of Being Friends with Chloe Adams
Get Pregnant FastIf I had the chance to call her first thing in the morning, that’s exactly what I would say—if only I were Chloe Adams’s best friend. I’d be the one to send over freshly baked croissants and the…
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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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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…
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How Can I Feel So Lonely When I’m Surrounded by People?
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jamie Carter Updated: April 21, 2020 Originally Published: May 17, 2015 I’m feeling quite lonely. The other day, I confided in my brother, who is single, and he replied, “But you’re always around people. How can you be lonely?” It’s a question I’ve pondered countless times since becoming a parent.…
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30 Everyday Annoyances That Drive Us All Crazy
Get Pregnant Fast Ever have those frustrating days when it feels like nothing goes your way? You know, the kind of days that make you want to unleash your inner rage monster on every person you meet? You’re definitely not alone. Here’s a lighthearted look at some everyday irritations that make us all a little…