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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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15 Ways to Drive Moms of Young Kids Up the Wall
Get Pregnant FastIt’s no secret that motherhood is an incredibly challenging role, especially for those with young children. While the journey becomes easier as kids grow, new moms often find themselves knee-deep in diaper changes, sleepless nights, and the notorious…
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Pregnancy Brain: A Reality Check (And It Might Be Permanent)
Get Pregnant FastSo familiar, so true. Just the other day, I found myself with a pen and paper during a rare moment of quiet at work, trying to jot down some thoughts about my struggles with memory loss. And, surprise!…
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Understanding Brown Discharge During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastExperiencing brown discharge while pregnant can be unsettling for many women. However, it is often not a cause for alarm.What is Brown Discharge During Pregnancy?Brown discharge typically consists of older blood. When some blood in your uterus takes…
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The Son I Never Expected
Get Pregnant FastAs dawn breaks, my son hops into my bed, curling up against me in a cozy fetal position. I wrap my arm around him and breathe in his sweet baby scent, allowing myself to drift back into slumber.…
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Mom, I’m Afraid of First Grade
Get Pregnant FastWhen my child shared his anxiety about starting first grade, I found myself slipping into a reflexive response, drawing on my own past experiences. I, too, am the child of immigrants. A few years ago, I moved from…
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The Top Tummy Time Mats, Gyms, and Toys for 2025: A Review
Get Pregnant FastHey there, parents and soon-to-be parents! If you’re on the lookout for the best tummy time gear for your little one in 2025, you’re in the right place. Tummy time is super important for babies as it helps…
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How I Grew into a Better Stepmother
Get Pregnant FastWhen my stepson and stepdaughter arrived at my home, dragging along a suitcase filled with dirty laundry and sporting looks of confusion, it was clear they weren’t just visiting for a casual meal.In those long, tense moments, I…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant FastI won’t sugarcoat it—I’ve been yearning for my girl Ella this summer (yes, Ella Harper and I are on a first-name basis). At first, I thought it was a bit odd—maybe I was just trying to escape my mundane routine and dream of a more thrilling life like hers. But then it hit…
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17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Dear 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…
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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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13 Essential Lessons About Money I Want to Share with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my kids on a trip to my grandmother’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the house she grew up in and the stories of her childhood antics, including dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store. But what struck them the most was the stark…
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Confessions of a Not-So-Retired Baseball Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, baseball isn’t just a sport; it’s woven into the very fabric of our lives. When the time came for our daughter to step up to the plate, we knew she had some big expectations to meet. With two teenage brothers who have spent countless hours on the field, and…
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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…