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Navigating Body Changes After Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: June 11, 2016 Originally Published: Oct. 15, 2015As I stood in the dressing room, staring at my reflection, I felt a wave of emotions swelling up inside me. It seemed so trivial to cry over a fitting…
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What Your Babysitter Won’t Tell You: The Untold Truth Behind Babysitting
Get Pregnant FastWhile you’re out enjoying your evening, your babysitter is managing a whirlwind of chaos. Sure, they might give you a calm report at the end of the night, but here’s the real scoop on what really happens when…
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How a Pregnant Woman with a Disability Navigates Insensitive Questions
Get Pregnant FastAs a woman in my 30s who is visually impaired, I often turn heads when I walk down the street with my white cane. When my partner and I discovered we were expecting just six months after I…
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Confessions of a Coffee Lover: Why My Brew Comes Before My Partner
Get Pregnant FastDear Coffee,Let’s get straight to it—I adore you. Each morning, you greet me with warmth and a promise of energy, and you continue to provide throughout the day. Your reliability is unmatched, and unlike some relationships, you’ve never…
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How to Create No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake Sticks
Get Pregnant FastWho doesn’t love pound cake? Honestly, if you say you don’t, you might just be kidding yourself. Its fluffy texture and light vanilla flavor instantly brighten my day. And let’s be real: nothing beats the convenience of store-bought…
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Things I Wish You Knew, From Your Nanny
Get Pregnant FastThroughout my years as your nanny, we’ve formed a unique bond. Considering the countless times I’ve seen you dash to the laundry room clad only in your underwear, perhaps we’ve gotten a little too close for comfort. Yet,…
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Mila Thompson and Jake Anderson Welcome Their Second Child in Private Celebration
Get Pregnant FastIn a delightful turn of events, Mila Thompson and Jake Anderson have recently welcomed their second child, a baby boy. This joyful addition to their family makes their daughter, Lily, an excited big sister.The couple made the announcement…
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School Embraces Yoga, But Bans ‘Namaste’ Amid Parental Backlash
Get Pregnant FastIn Georgia, some parents are raising concerns over the introduction of yoga into classroom routines, arguing that it conflicts with their Christian beliefs. While many schools recognize the importance of incorporating physical activity and mindfulness into the daily…
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10 Things You SHOULD Say to a 9-Month Pregnant Woman
Get Pregnant FastPregnancy can be a rollercoaster, especially for women nearing the finish line. Throughout these months, expectant mothers are bombarded with unsolicited advice and intrusive comments. If you want to be the kind of friend who positively impacts her…
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5 Ways to Support a Daughter Who Has Lost Her Mother
Get Pregnant FastLosing a mother at any age can be devastating, but for a daughter, the impact can be profound and lifelong. I lost my mother to ovarian cancer when I was just 11 years old. Now, at 39, I…
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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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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…
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Dad Pranks School with Vacation Snap to Justify Teen’s Absence
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting, creativity can sometimes take center stage, especially when it comes to school attendance. One father in the UK, Mark Thompson, recently showcased his ingenuity by using a vacation photo to explain his 15-year-old son Alex’s absence from school. Mark, along with his partner, Lisa, operates a travel…
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Why Do Kids Hear Their Mom’s Voice But Still Manage to Tune Us Out?
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, moms often seem to possess extraordinary abilities. We can sense when our children are lying, feeling unwell, or simply in need of some attention with just a glance. Interestingly, research shows that kids are biologically wired to recognize their mothers’ voices more readily than anyone else’s. So…
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I Am A Person of Faith, and the Religious Right Does NOT Represent Me
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s have an honest conversation, my friends. It’s time to clarify my stance once and for all. When I mention that I attend church, I can almost hear the thoughts racing through your mind. You might be questioning whether I align with the religious right—the small, yet influential group that claims the…
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Why I’d Pass on a Mommy Makeover
Get Pregnant Fast I used to be a big fan of the show What Not to Wear that aired on TLC. You might still catch it in reruns. I was always intrigued by the suspense leading up to the big reveal and became somewhat of an expert on what clothing suits various body types (hint:…