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When We Were Young: A Reflection on Parenting and Growth
Get Pregnant FastLong ago, we called a quaint family farm home, where three of us created a life together. Jake was the sixth generation of his family to call that century-old farmhouse his own. We spent our days tearing down…
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8 Reasons Periods Are the Worst
Get Pregnant FastLet’s get real, periods are a hassle. After two long years of freedom, I’m facing the return of Aunt Flo, and let me tell you, she’s not the welcome guest I hoped to avoid. Seriously, I’d consider nursing…
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The Five Acts of Parenting Performance
Get Pregnant FastParenting Performance (n.): The elaborate display enacted by parents when in the presence of other parents or, heaven forbid, their own parents, showcasing their interactions with their children.Act 1: Culinary PerformanceAt home, Mia might throw a tantrum at…
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5 Advantages of the College Tour for Parents
Get Pregnant FastA couple of summers ago, I embarked on a memorable journey along the East Coast with my son, who was preparing to enter his senior year. This summer, I’m thrilled to embark on a similar adventure with my…
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The Unwritten Code Among Friends Before Turning 21
Get Pregnant FastIn today’s fast-paced world, maintaining connections with old friends can be challenging, even if you live in the same city. Life gets busy, and it’s all too easy for meaningful conversations to be replaced by quick texts or…
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8 Essential Lessons I Want My Daughter to Learn
Get Pregnant FastAs I sat with my daughter, enjoying a delightful afternoon of pedicures and chatting about her upcoming kindergarten adventure, I couldn’t help but eavesdrop on another mother-daughter duo nearby. They were animatedly discussing the girl’s first year of…
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Sacrificing for Madonna: The Ticket Dilemma
Get Pregnant FastBy: Jamie ThompsonUpdated: Aug. 3, 2016Originally Published: Aug. 16, 2015My lifelong obsession with Madonna started early and hit me hard. Like many fans, my first dance performance was to “Lucky Star,” and despite what critics said, my unwavering…
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4 Effective Strategies for Saving for Your Child’s College Education
Get Pregnant FastPlanning for your child’s future can feel overwhelming, especially with the rising costs of college tuition. It’s essential to start saving early, even while juggling pregnancy expenses and the joys of preparing for a new baby. With tuition…
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Letting Go of My Son’s Grave to Embrace Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastA month ago, my family and I made a significant transition from Karachi, Pakistan, to Toronto. Leaving behind my home of 20 years meant saying farewell to my family, friends, and familiar comforts. Yet, the most heart-wrenching goodbye…
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The Annual Checkup: An A to Z Guide
Get Pregnant FastIn this post, I’ll break down the annual checkup experience for my daughter Mia from A to Z.A is for ActiveThe doctor emphasizes that children should be active and limit screen time. Mia is all about movement—she swims,…
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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
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…