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Hold the Presses! A Woman Became a Mom and Then Slipped into a Bikini
Get Pregnant FastRecently, actress Clara Fields, known for her role in a hit TV series, welcomed her second child. Shortly after, she donned a bikini, took a dip, and was unfortunately captured by the paparazzi. Naturally, the photos are making…
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When My Babies Arrived, the Connection I Expected Didn’t Materialize – The Reality No One Discusses
Get Pregnant FastEveryone assured me that the moment I met my babies, I would experience an overwhelming bond. I anticipated feeling a deep, instant connection as soon as my twins were born. However, after a challenging pregnancy that culminated in…
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The Notable Shift from 35 to 40: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: September 5, 2023Originally Published: September 5, 2015At 35, I found myself expecting my first child. As an actress, I felt that 35 was practically synonymous with 40, and 40 seemed like an unwelcome invitation to the Last…
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The 10 Most Frustrating Parenting Tips You’ll Encounter
Get Pregnant FastParenting is undoubtedly one of life’s most rewarding experiences, but it often comes with unsolicited advice that can be downright annoying. Here are the top ten pieces of parenting advice that can really test your patience. “Have you…
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The Ideal Home: A Dreamy Escape from Family Life
Get Pregnant FastBy: Emily and JakeWhen Jake and I tied the knot, the first few months felt like a fairy tale, largely because we had already shared a living space before saying “I do.” If we had returned from our…
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Understanding Pregnancy Blood Tests: How They Work and What Your Results Indicate
Get Pregnant FastWhen you’re trying to conceive, that positive home pregnancy test can be an exhilarating moment, but your doctor may still suggest a blood test to confirm the pregnancy. So, what’s the deal with pregnancy blood tests? Let’s break…
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10 Innovative Approaches to Rethinking Marriage
Get Pregnant FastMarriage is evolving. Statistics show that between 1970 and 2012, the number of households led by married couples with children dropped significantly. Single motherhood is becoming increasingly common, and millennials are either delaying or skipping marriage altogether. This…
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Regretting Motherhood: My Love for My Child Doesn’t Change My Feelings of Regret
Get Pregnant FastWhat does it feel like to have regrets about becoming a parent? This is my personal journey, and it’s worth sharing.I meticulously planned my pregnancy, convinced I wanted a child so much that I married the first man…
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The 5 Types of Sales Associates You Encounter While Shopping
Get Pregnant FastWhen you venture into the world of retail, you may find yourself leaving with a delightful assortment of items, all neatly bundled and waiting to bring you joy. These treasures can evoke a sense of satisfaction, even before…
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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
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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
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Confessions of a Not-So-Retired Baseball Mom
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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…