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The Changing Landscape of Dog Ownership: Then vs. Now
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Navigating the Modern Parenting Landscape: A Different Perspective
Get Pregnant FastAs a devoted fan of parenting blogs and social media accounts, I immerse myself in a sea of relatable stories, humorous anecdotes, and the occasional meme that captures the essence of parenthood. However, as I scroll through countless…
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5 Essential Life Lessons My Kids Gained from the ‘Lord of the Rings’ Films
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, I believe in using every opportunity to teach my children valuable life lessons, including through the magic of cinema. Recently, we embarked on a journey through J.R.R. Tolkien’s captivating universe by watching the entire Hobbit…
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6 Absurd Errors I Made During My First Year as a Parent
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“This Body Is Not Shameful”: A Mother’s Inspiring Message on Body Acceptance
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The Near Miss of Distraction in Daily Life
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ADHD in Children Linked to Unusual Eating Patterns
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Rescue Me, Educators — You’re My Saving Grace
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Dad Transforms His Son’s Drawings Into ‘Real Life’ And It’s Eerily Awesome
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Spotting or Bleeding During Pregnancy: Is it Normal?
Get Pregnant FastExperiencing spotting or bleeding during pregnancy can be a bit alarming, but it’s important to remember that it doesn’t always indicate a problem. In fact, many women encounter this during their first trimester, with research suggesting that about…
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- 4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
- How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
- A Tidy Home (or Not!)
- The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
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4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
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A Tidy Home (or Not!)
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The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
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My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
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We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
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On Body Image: A Lesson in Self-Perception
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