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The Best Toys for Your 11-Month-Old
Get Pregnant FastChoosing the right toys for your little one can be a delightful yet challenging task. At 11 months, babies are becoming more curious and mobile, so it’s important to select toys that stimulate their development and keep them…
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The Birth Debate: Why My Experience Matters More Than Yours
Get Pregnant FastIn the realm of childbirth, an intense, unspoken rivalry exists. Many mothers believe their birthing choices are superior, while those who take a different path are often viewed as misguided. This judgment leads to feelings of shame, defensiveness,…
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Five Challenges of Being a Lesbian Mom
Get Pregnant FastBeing a woman in today’s world already comes with a unique set of challenges. Between the physical ups and downs of our bodies, societal expectations, and emotional complexities, the journey can be overwhelming. Adding the roles of partner…
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Mom Friends: Conversation Starters 101
Get Pregnant FastYou’ve spotted her at the playground, in yoga class, or during school drop-off. Both of you exchanged glances as a sanctimommy launched into a tirade about the dangers of formula, the perils of disposables, or how aliens might…
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When Your Mother Isn’t Perfect: Finding Your Own Path
ParentingGet Pregnant FastWhen it comes to motherhood, my own experience has been far from that of a picture-perfect family. My mother isn’t a bad person; she simply doesn’t fit the mold of idealized figures like Carol Brady or June Cleaver.…
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How to Enjoy Any Board Game with Kids in 35 Simple Steps
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to playing board games with children, the instructions might seem straightforward, but the reality can be a bit more complicated. Here’s a humorous take on the 35 steps I follow to navigate this adventure: Agree…
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A Stressed Parent’s Guide to Wine Pairings
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the world of wine can feel like a daunting task, especially for those who are new to it. The vast selection, accompanied by a myriad of traditions and rules regarding service, storage, and food pairings, can leave…
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3 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Development, Symptoms & Signs
Get Pregnant FastCongratulations! You’re officially at 3 weeks pregnant, marking the start of your exciting journey into motherhood. While you may need to wait a few weeks to confirm your pregnancy with a test, the tiny cluster of cells that…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant Fast I 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…
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Why Santa Will Always Be Part of Our Family Tradition
Get Pregnant Fast When I think back to my childhood, the figure of Santa Claus looms large in my family’s holiday celebrations. My parents truly embraced the enchantment of the season, going to great lengths to craft magical experiences for my two brothers and me. One of the highlights was an annual visit from Santa…
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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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Navigating Swearing in Preschoolers: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast It was a typical afternoon, and my 4-year-old daughter, Mia, and I were enjoying a quiet moment in the bank drive-thru, eagerly discussing which flavor of lollipop she would get today. Just then, the dreaded moment arrived: the bank tube returned empty, containing nothing but a receipt. I took a deep breath…