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48 Hours on OkCupid: The Good, The Bad, and The Creepy
Get Pregnant FastMy foray into OkCupid wasn’t exactly a well-thought-out plan. After enjoying a year of singlehood without much thought about dating, I had managed to resist the matchmaking attempts of friends and family. The idea of dating felt overwhelmingly…
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The Good and the Bad of Parenting: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant FastLet me tell you, the truth can hit hard. I had quite the wake-up call recently. My kids, my parents, and I were gathered for dinner at my parents’ house after a long drive from Austin. To say…
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My Superhero Persona and Why You Should Cultivate One Too
Get Pregnant FastLike many new parents, I found myself utterly unprepared for the demands of parenthood. It felt as though my husband and I were untrained circus performers, juggling our two kids while managing our careers. We tossed our little…
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10 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Growth, Symptoms & Insights
Get Pregnant FastWelcome to week 10 of your pregnancy journey! Your little one is now roughly the size of a prune, measuring about 1.25 to 1.5 inches (3.2 to 3.8 cm). Congratulations, you’ve officially entered the third month of your…
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The Most Challenging Aspect of Being a Widowed Parent
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the complexities of being a parent after losing a spouse is no small feat. From financial concerns to managing household repairs, and even dealing with the ups and downs of teenage crushes, the practical responsibilities can feel…
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5 Ways My 20-Something Sister Has Helped Me Embrace Life at 40
Get Pregnant FastWhen my younger sister Sarah, a vibrant 23-year-old, shared pictures of us at our father’s birthday bash on Instagram, I felt a familiar wave of anxiety. Her youthful glow and luscious hair stood in stark contrast to my…
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The Most Cringe-Worthy Baby Shower Invitation: Weight Comments Are Never Okay
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to celebrating pregnancy, one would hope for invitations that uplift and honor the journey. Yet, a recent baby shower invitation has surfaced that does quite the opposite, and it’s shaking heads everywhere. A friend tipped…
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Our Place: A Journey Through Love and Memories
Get Pregnant FastIt was one of those beautiful evenings at a monthly literary gathering hosted by a friend. After days of dreary rain, the calm air felt like a breath of fresh air amidst the busy streets of Manhattan. My…
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I Once Owned a Highly Popular Learning Tower — Then I Switched to This Affordable Option
Get Pregnant FastAs soon as my family transitioned from our cozy 700-square-foot apartment to a larger home, I didn’t waste any time investing in a Little Partners Learning Tower for my son, who was only 18 months old at the…
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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…