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The New Mom’s Handbook for Navigating the Return to Work After Maternity Leave
Get Pregnant FastAs you prepare to head back to work after your maternity leave, it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and anxiety. Here are some practical tips to ease your transition back into the workplace: Keep Baby Photos…
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What Should Parents Do When They Receive ‘The Call’ From School?
Get Pregnant FastMost parents have experienced it at least once: the dreaded phone call from school. Whether it’s the principal or your child’s teacher on the line, the news often isn’t good. Your beloved little one has made a (gasp!)…
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Parenting Wisdom: What Not To Do
Get Pregnant FastLet’s talk about the things you shouldn’t do. Life’s too short to waste time on regrets or unnecessary stress. Here’s a list of reminders to keep you grounded in the chaos of parenting: Don’t rush through life; every…
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This Toddler’s Toilet Seat Rant is a Mood We Can All Relate To
Get Pregnant FastWe’ve all been there—grappling with the frustration of using a cold, potentially damp toilet seat. Just ask little Mia Thompson, who’s had enough of her dad’s seemingly endless habit of leaving the seat up.“Dad, how many times do…
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ADHD Diets for Kids: Do They Really Make a Difference?
Get Pregnant FastIf your child seems to have the attention span of a gnat and is perpetually bouncing off the walls, you may be dealing with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It’s crucial to get a proper diagnosis, but once…
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When Can Your Baby Sleep with a Pillow?
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re curious about when it’s safe for your little one to sleep with a pillow, you’re not alone! Many new parents wonder if a pillow might help their baby sleep more comfortably. However, the truth is that…
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Questionable Parenting Advice: A Candid Take
Get Pregnant FastLast week, while navigating the endless maze of a mall (thanks to the relentless snow!), I stumbled upon a Leapster Explorer marked down nearly 50%. My curiosity was piqued. Although my little one enjoys the colorful array of…
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Why I Dread Bedtime with My Kids
Get Pregnant FastI cherish my children deeply. I truly do. They are my world, and I can’t fathom life without them. But let me be honest about one thing: I absolutely detest putting them to bed.A friend of mine once…
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Don’t Sit in a Snowbound Car While Someone is Digging You Out
Get Pregnant FastWinter can bring a beautiful wonderland, but it can also hide deadly dangers. Every year, stories emerge of tragic accidents linked to carbon monoxide poisoning, especially during snowstorms. A heartbreaking incident from last winter serves as a grim…
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- You Lose, NRA: Doctors Can Now Discuss Firearms with Patients
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- Mark Thompson Shares Heartwarming News of Baby Number Two with a Touching Ode to Siblings
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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…