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A Practical Survival Guide for Parenting on the Toughest Days
Get Pregnant FastThe baby decided to wake up at 3 a.m. and has been wide awake ever since. At 4 a.m., one of your kids had an accident in bed, and the baby set a new record by waking up…
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Dads, If You Have the Option for Paternity Leave, Take It—All of It.
Get Pregnant FastAs my wife, Sarah, approached the final month of her pregnancy, I found myself in a conversation with my supervisor about paternity leave. This was about three years ago.“Don’t take too much time off,” Tom advised. “Your students…
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It Could Happen to Your Child: Understanding the Signs of Sepsis
Get Pregnant FastThe rain is pouring outside, a heavy, soaking downpour. I’ve cracked the windows open, letting the crisp, fresh air fill the room. The scent of ferns on my porch is invigorating, yet my heart is heavy with the…
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How a Father Expresses His Affection
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to love, fathers often take on the role of the unsung hero. While we might fantasize about dramatic scenarios where we swoop in to save the day, the true essence of fatherhood lies in the…
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10 Insights on Raising a Large Family
Get Pregnant FastWhen my partner, Jake, and I first began our journey together, the idea of having a large family was far from our minds. If either of us had mentioned wanting a sizable brood, the other might have bolted!…
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Girl Scouts Voice Their Frustration Over Flint’s Water Crisis—And You Should, Too
Get Pregnant FastIn the ongoing crisis surrounding Flint, Michigan’s water supply, a troop of Girl Scouts has taken a stand, urging Michigan Governor Rick Snyder to take more decisive action. This heartfelt plea from Brownie Troop 71729 reflects the anger…
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How to Navigate Life with the World’s Most Stubborn Child
Get Pregnant FastParenting can often feel like a fierce competition, and let me tell you, I think I’ve got the champion of stubbornness in my corner. My child refuses to concede defeat, doesn’t accept “no” for an answer, and will…
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Hoda Kotb Welcomes New Baby Girl Through Adoption in Heartwarming Instagram Posts
Get Pregnant FastIn a recent heartfelt announcement, Hoda Kotb has taken a break from her co-hosting role on the well-loved morning show to share some incredibly joyous news—she has adopted a baby girl! The beloved television personality had been dropping…
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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…