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The Demise of My Closest Friendship: A Tale of Ideological Divide
Get Pregnant FastIt’s astonishing how a single debate can dismantle a deep-rooted friendship, especially when neither party was even a parent yet, and the discussion was merely theoretical.Let me take you back. I met Sarah during our college days, and…
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Embracing the Summer Slowdown: The Art of Waiting
Get Pregnant FastDo you remember the frustration of waiting for your favorite movie to rewind on a VCR? Or the anticipation of Saturday mornings spent watching cartoons that only aired once a week? Think back to those late nights spent…
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Uplifting Quotes for Moms
Get Pregnant FastWe’ve all scrolled through Pinterest and stumbled upon those heartwarming quotes about motherhood. While they can be sweet during those sentimental moments, let’s explore some quotes that resonate more with the everyday challenges of being a mom. These…
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Angels Are Real (Even at the Grocery Store)
Get Pregnant FastEvery grocery trip with my kids leaves me with bags full of food and a heart heavy with regret. I often find myself pondering the question: Why didn’t I just order my groceries online?Last week, I ventured into…
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Strangers, I Noticed You Eyeing My Kids with Disdain
Get Pregnant FastAs we walked into the restaurant, I noticed you immediately—my rambunctious 7 and 4-year-olds bumping into waitstaff and crowding the cramped aisle, while my fussy 8-month-old protested for his bottle despite just having eaten at home. Your eyes…
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9 Unique Ideas for Announcing Your Pregnancy to Family
Get Pregnant FastOnce you’ve received that exciting news and had it confirmed by your doctor, the next big question is: how do you share this amazing moment with your loved ones? Whether you’re starting your parenting journey for the first…
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Where Are All the Spoons? (And Other Things That Go Missing)
Get Pregnant FastIt’s a riddle that seems to transcend time and space: Where on earth have all the spoons gone? Some things vanishing from our homes are just part of the chaos of life. Your keys are always missing when…
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Rest Assured, Your Daughters Are Still Safe
Get Pregnant FastIf the term “Selective Service System” doesn’t resonate with you, it could be because you’re a woman, or perhaps you’re raising daughters. However, for American boys and young men, “Selective Service” translates to “the draft,” and yes, they…
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Navigating the Workplace with Your Millennial Colleagues: A Guide for the Not-So-Young
Get Pregnant FastWorking alongside Millennial coworkers can be a delightful yet bewildering experience. As someone who spends my days with a couple of energetic individuals in their early 20s, I can attest to the humor and fresh perspectives they bring…
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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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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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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…