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14 Noteworthy Insights I Had While Watching ‘Baby Boom’ in 2015
Get Pregnant FastIn a moment of mild embarrassment, I recently confessed to friends that I had never seen the 1987 classic, Baby Boom. How could I have overlooked Diane Keaton portraying a high-powered New York City consultant who unexpectedly inherits…
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26 Reasons I’ve Shed Tears Since Becoming a Parent
Get Pregnant FastI used to roll my eyes at the tropes about emotional roller coasters that women supposedly go on during pregnancy or after having a baby. Sure, I noticed some shifts in my mood, but I didn’t think I…
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8 Comments to Avoid When Talking to a Stay-at-Home Dad
Get Pregnant FastStay-at-home dads often find themselves on the receiving end of some rather peculiar remarks. With the rise in men opting to take on the role of a primary caregiver, societal expectations regarding gender roles are still catching up.…
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Is Patrick Dempsey Really Being Let Go?
Get Pregnant FastCould 2015 be the absolute worst year for Patrick Dempsey? First, his wife shocked everyone by filing for divorce after 15 years together (and just to note, there’s no prenuptial agreement). He also faced the heartbreaking loss of…
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Your 31-Week-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
Get Pregnant FastAt 31 weeks, your baby is reaching exciting developmental milestones. Not only can he read your emotions, but he’s also starting to recognize familiar faces, including yours, family members, and even himself. To enhance this recognition, try sharing…
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Because Someday, the Kids Will Be Grown
Get Pregnant FastIt all began with a simple refusal. I asked my partner to take our eldest to ballet while bringing along our youngest. I was yearning for that precious hour of solitude at home, a brief escape into quietness.…
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The Best Baby Car Mirrors for Your Little One
Get Pregnant FastWhen you’re on the go with your baby, keeping an eye on them in the backseat is essential. Baby car mirrors make this task easier, allowing you to check on your little passenger without taking your eyes off…
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20 Thoughts Moms Have When Their Partners Are Away on Business
Get Pregnant FastWhen my husband, Mark, heads out for work, my two young daughters can’t help but share the news with everyone they encounter. From the grocery store cashier to the other parents at the park, they announce it to…
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6 Best Stroller Fans for 2025, Recommended by a Mom of Three
Get Pregnant FastHey there, fellow parents! As a mom of three, I know how important it is to keep our little ones comfortable during those outings. One essential item that can make a world of difference on a hot day…
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Navigating Parenthood in an Era of Oversharing
Get Pregnant Fast“Trust yourself. You know more than you think you do.” —Dr. Benjamin SpockWriting about parenting today is no easy feat. If you’re like me, you’re a parent navigating the complex landscape of oversharing. You know what I mean—those…
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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…