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Moms Face Financial Losses of Nearly $9,500 During Maternity Leave
Get Pregnant FastRecent findings reveal that an overwhelming majority of families experience financial strain when welcoming a new baby, with a staggering 80% reporting some impact on their finances.In a relaxed chat with friends, let’s talk about what’s happening. Many…
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The Unexpected Benefits of Sending Your Children to Sleepaway Camp
Get Pregnant FastAs I hurriedly climbed the escalator, two steps at a time, my excitement grew—I was just moments away from seeing my daughter as her plane was about to land. This summer marked her inaugural experience at sleepaway camp,…
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9 Reasons Camping Is For the Brave (or Maybe Just Crazy)
Get Pregnant FastCamping isn’t something I grew up doing. While I wasn’t against it, my experiences were pretty limited. However, after embarking on a 17-day road trip with seasoned camping enthusiasts—complete with nine nights spent in various campgrounds—I’ve gathered enough…
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A Motivational Boost for Navigating the Newborn Phase
Get Pregnant Fast“This is what parenting is all about? This is unbearable,” my partner exclaimed, standing in the dimly lit kitchen at 2 a.m., struggling with a bag of frozen breast milk. I sat nearby, clad in mesh underwear and…
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Navigating the Heartbreak of Saying Goodbye to a Cherished Dog
Get Pregnant FastFor over twelve years, Bella was my steadfast companion. From the bustling streets of San Francisco to the serene parks of Seattle, and through every twist and turn of life, she was my unwavering presence. She witnessed my…
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I’m My Mother’s Daughter: A Journey Through Loss and Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastLosing a parent is a transformative experience that can shape one’s identity for a lifetime. I was just eight when my mother, Anna, passed away from cancer. It wasn’t the swift, poetic narrative often depicted in films; it…
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Navigating Body Image: A Lesson in Self-Perception
Get Pregnant FastRecently, I took my daughters, Mia and Zoe, to a local clothing store. It was our typical outing, selecting a variety of outfits and heading to the dressing room for a fun fashion show. Each time, I would…
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10 Surprising Reasons Why Bed Rest During Pregnancy Might Not Be So Bad
Get Pregnant FastSome might lament the time I spent in the hospital on bed rest instead of nesting at home. However, let me tell you, there are some unexpected advantages to this experience that turned it into a rather unique…
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How to Teach Kids About Danger Without Instilling Fear
Get Pregnant FastIn a local parenting group, I came across a thought-provoking article from the Denver Metro Moms Blog that discussed preventing child abuse. While I fully support the mission of child safety, I had reservations about the approach suggested—specifically,…
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5 Things I Never Thought I’d Let My Kids Do in Public
Get Pregnant FastAs I prepared for a big move a few years back, I decided to host a massive garage sale. Friends came over, ostensibly to help, but mostly to sip cocktails and chat.One sunny morning, a woman arrived with…
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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…