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Photographer’s Call to Facebook: ‘Stop Silencing Birth’
Get Pregnant FastIn a striking move, Facebook has once again censored a birth photo, citing “nudity violations.” Photographer Laura Bennett has had enough, and rightly so. Birth is a natural, beautiful event—not something that should be hidden away. If someone…
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Hillary’s Values Align With Her Actions – My Personal Experience
Get Pregnant FastAfter spending over a decade closely involved with Hillary Clinton, I made the tough choice to step away. It was a significant decision; I had served as the Acting State Director in her New York Senate office and…
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11 Changes I’ve Made Since Embracing Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastThey say that motherhood transforms a woman in countless ways. Research even suggests that women may experience an increase in intelligence after having children, which, in my case, feels undeniably true (or at least that’s what I tell…
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U.S. Surgeon General Issues Advisory on Parents’ Mental Health
Get Pregnant FastHey friends! It’s no secret that parenting can be a rollercoaster of emotions, with as many stressful moments as joyful ones. A recent advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General has highlighted just how overwhelming things have become for…
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An Unexpected Legacy from My Grandmother
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21 Thoughts That Are Totally Normal Now That You’re a Parent
Get Pregnant FastBecoming a parent is a wild ride, and no amount of preparation can fully equip you for the whirlwind that follows. Before your little one arrived, you might have felt like a well-adjusted adult capable of engaging in…
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What I Wish I’d Known
Get Pregnant FastIn our series “What I Wish I’d Known,” parents share the insights they’ve gained since embarking on their journey into parenthood. Here are some candid thoughts from moms and dads who have been there: I Wish I Never…
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Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom: A Tale of Two Parents
Get Pregnant FastIt’s no secret that parenting can be exhausting. Have you ever noticed how your parenting style shifts dramatically from morning to afternoon? I wake up each day bursting with energy, filled with hopes and plans for enriching my…
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10 Tweets That Capture the Essence of Parenting
Get Pregnant FastCan you encapsulate the wild ride that is parenting in just a few tweets? Absolutely! Here are ten gems that perfectly sum up the chaos, joy, and hilarity that comes with raising kids. “Every time I think I’ve…
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Inspirational Quotes That Highlight Why the Johnsons Are #ParentingGoals
Get Pregnant FastWhen Emma Johnson took her place as our 46th president, many of us were navigating the journey of parenthood. As the Johnsons raised their daughters, Lily and Ava, we were busy with our own families. We belong to…
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You Lose, NRA: Doctors Can Now Discuss Firearms with Patients
Get Pregnant FastIn a significant ruling, a federal appeals court has overturned parts of a Florida law that previously prohibited physicians from inquiring about firearm ownership among their patients. Understanding whether guns are present in a household is crucial for patient safety, and now, doctors can freely address this vital topic.According to The Trace, the…
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To My Youngest, The Sibling of a Special Needs Child: Important Lessons for You
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little One, Today marks your 4th birthday, and I find myself marveling at how quickly time flies. Watching you play and laugh with your friends fills my heart with indescribable joy. I want to take a moment to share some thoughts with you—thoughts that you may not fully understand right now,…
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FDA Issues New Warning: Parents, Avoid Homeopathic Teething Products
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent alert, the FDA has reiterated its stance against the use of homeopathic teething products for infants, particularly those made by Hyland’s. Despite the discontinuation of their teething tablets and gels, the company has not issued a recall, raising concerns among parents everywhere. Many of us, myself included, relied on…
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Mother’s Controversial Choice: Leaving Child Alone in Hotel Room Sparks Debate
Get Pregnant Fast Is parental paranoia at an all-time high? This question has surfaced after a British mother faced backlash for her decision to leave her sleeping baby unattended in their hotel room while she and her husband dined downstairs. In a candid article for a popular online publication, she recounted the night they placed…
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Mark Thompson Shares Heartwarming News of Baby Number Two with a Touching Ode to Siblings
Get Pregnant Fast In an exciting announcement, Mark Thompson revealed that his wife, Emma, is expecting their second child. When Mark first shared the news of Emma’s pregnancy with their first child, he opened up about their challenges with fertility, a post that resonated with countless families. Today, he joyfully declared that Emma is pregnant…
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Navigating Life with a Hyperactive Child: My Little Dynamo Never Stops Moving
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, my youngest son, Alex, helped me assemble a bathroom cabinet that seemed to have a million parts. Unlike me, he skips the instructions and dives right in. He unwraps everything, meticulously organizes the pieces (sorting is his thing), and then gets down to business. “We can figure this out, Mom,”…
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Motherhood: The Unvarnished Truth
Get Pregnant Fast This morning, I completely lost it. After getting the kids ready for school—dressed, fed, teeth brushed, and backpacks in tow—I turned on the TV. I have a strict rule about which channels they can watch. There’s so much garbage out there—shows aimed at teens and preteens that feature kids hurling insults like…
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The Hidden Sisterhood of Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast Miscarriage — it’s a term shrouded in silence, isn’t it? A word often kept to ourselves or whispered among trusted friends, even though nearly one in four women will experience it. If you go through a miscarriage, you find yourself in an unspoken sisterhood that few outsiders dare to discuss and that…
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The 7 Stages of Breaking Up with Coffee as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Coffee has earned its place alongside the essentials of parenting, right up there with extra diapers. In those early morning hours, many parents might even regard it as more valuable than their own children. But what happens when you decide to break up with this beloved brown brew, whether for health reasons…