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The Top Air Purifiers for Your Baby’s Nursery in 2025
Get Pregnant FastAs you prepare your baby’s nursery, you’ve probably ticked off a lot of essentials like the crib, changing table, and cozy rocking chair. However, if allergies or air quality are concerns for you or your partner, incorporating an…
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Is Your Child Acting Like a Little Tyrant?
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to parenting, we often wonder if our kids are truly just being kids or if they’re crossing the line into unpleasant behavior. It’s a question many of us find ourselves grappling with: Is my child…
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Men Experience Labor Pain: A Hilarious Take on Parenting in an Educational Video
Get Pregnant FastSex education often gets a bad rap: kids can be too shy to engage, while sometimes the educators are just as uncomfortable. So, how can we effectively communicate the realities of parenting to teens navigating their own tumultuous…
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Chin Hairs, Neck Wrinkles, and Thinning Hair: The Realities of Middle Age
Get Pregnant FastRecently, I sat through a mandatory HR training session at work, and one topic caught my attention: age discrimination. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) protects individuals aged 40 and older from unfair treatment based on age.…
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The Helpful Stranger: A Lesson in Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastThe line at the Costco pizza counter was moving surprisingly quickly for a Friday night. With a cheese pizza in one hand and my three-year-old’s hand in the other, I was feeling accomplished. I had promised my kids…
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8 Practical Tips to Save on Your Thanksgiving Dinner
Get Pregnant FastThanksgiving is a cherished time to gather with family and friends, but it can also strain your wallet. Reports indicate that the average cost for a Thanksgiving dinner serving ten guests hovers around $49.48. However, with a bit…
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Designing a Beautiful Nursery on a Budget
Get Pregnant FastAbsolutely! You can design a beautiful nursery without breaking the bank.When my close friend Sarah excitedly announced her pregnancy, I immediately envisioned the perfect nursery in my mind (after shedding a few happy tears, of course!). However, when…
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Colds in Infants: Symptoms, Causes, Tips, and Remedies
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, it’s important to understand why babies are particularly prone to colds and how to help them recover. The common cold is a frequent visitor in the lives of infants, with many children experiencing eight to…
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Ask a Special Needs Parent
Get Pregnant FastHave you heard of my amazing friend, Lisa Thompson? She runs a blog called Love that Charlie, where she shares stories about her eight-year-old son, Charlie. Charlie is the big brother to Mia and is full of personality—playful,…
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17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant FastDear 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 world. Here’s…
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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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Rediscovering Myself Beyond Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast For the past eight years, my existence has been deeply intertwined with my two little ones. Almost everything I do revolves around them; after all, I wear the title of “Mommy.” The moment I saw those two pink lines was a highlight of my life; getting married and starting a family were…
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The Wisdom Passed Down From My Mother
Get Pregnant Fast My mother recently celebrated her 80th birthday. She defies the stereotypes of what someone at that age is supposed to look or act like. Florence Henderson is 80. Cicely Tyson is 80. Willie Nelson, Barbara Feldon, Joan Rivers — all 80. It’s hard for me to grasp that these icons are that…
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What to Anticipate on Your First Day at Home with Baby
Get Pregnant Fast Start your morning with a delightful breakfast in bed, courtesy of the hospital cafeteria. The caring nurses will bring your little one to you, allowing for some precious bonding time. Soon after, the doctor delivers the exciting news: it’s time to go home! Cue the panic. You suddenly remember that the car…
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30 Everyday Annoyances That Drive Us All Crazy
Get Pregnant Fast Ever have those frustrating days when it feels like nothing goes your way? You know, the kind of days that make you want to unleash your inner rage monster on every person you meet? You’re definitely not alone. Here’s a lighthearted look at some everyday irritations that make us all a little…
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It’s Not Just the Drinks; It’s the Age
Get Pregnant Fast Fast-forward a couple of decades—make that 25 years—and that third glass of wine during dinner can leave me feeling like I’ve been trampled by a herd of elephants the following morning. Sometimes it lingers for the entire day. The culprit isn’t a wild drinking spree akin to reality TV drama; it’s simply…
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Hillary Johnson and David Turner on LGBTQ Rights
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to LGBTQ rights, the differences between presidential candidates are stark. Hillary Johnson advocates for the expansion of rights and protections for the LGBTQ community, while David Turner suggests rolling back fundamental rights and anti-discrimination measures. In one of his more controversial remarks, Turner has even compared gay marriage to…
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Understanding the True Meaning Behind Marriage Vows
Get Pregnant Fast I’m a contentedly married woman, but let’s keep that between us. I like to keep my husband on his toes. Recently, we celebrated our anniversary and started chatting about the idea of renewing our vows next year. This isn’t so much about reaffirming the commitment we made — trust me, I get…