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15 Fun Easter Games for Toddlers to Have an Egg-Citing Time
Get Pregnant FastEaster is a time for joy and creativity, especially when it comes to activities for our littlest ones! If you’re looking for ways to keep your toddlers entertained this season, you’re in luck. We’ve compiled a delightful list…
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My Son Engages in Self-Harm Daily, and It Shatters My Heart
Get Pregnant FastMy son engages in self-harm. My beautiful, gentle, loving, 7-year-old son struggles with self-harming behaviors, and it shatters my heart.The phrase “self-harm” alongside “7-year-old son” is something I never imagined I would utter. Typically, self-harm is associated with…
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6 Reasons Moms Would Rock the ’80s Music Scene
Get Pregnant FastThe 1980s was a vibrant era defined by flamboyance and creativity, where rock bands transitioned from the classic sounds of the ’70s into a world brimming with glitter, leather, and audacious hairstyles. This decade gave birth to the…
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The Gap’s Footwear Fiasco & Other Life Lessons by 40
Get Pregnant FastThe years may stretch out, but the time flies by, especially when you’re stuck in a doctor’s waiting room with kids—it can feel like an eternity! Here are some valuable insights I’ve gathered by the time I hit…
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The Exhausted Mother’s Handbook to Unwanted Co-Sleeping
Navigating Parenting ChallengesGet Pregnant FastSo, you find yourself co-sleeping with your little one when you really didn’t plan on it? Here’s a humorous yet relatable glimpse into the nightly adventure of reluctant co-sleeping.11 PM:The evening begins with everyone tucked away…
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How to Prevent and Manage Sunburn During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastGetting some sunshine is vital during pregnancy, as it provides essential vitamin D and encourages outdoor activities that benefit your well-being. However, it’s crucial to be cautious about sun exposure because pregnant women often find their skin becomes…
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Embracing My Role as a Mom: The Highs and Lows of Parenting
Get Pregnant FastI am a phenomenal mom. Yes, I said it boldly. My kids have voiced this sentiment, and they may be little, but they know what they’re talking about—most of the time.I am also a flawed mom. While my…
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A Nostalgic Journey to the ’80s Mall
Get Pregnant FastI recently took my daughter and her friend to our local mall, and as I watched them bounce in and out of stores, I was flooded with memories of my own teenage years. Back then, the mall was…
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Navigating the Overload of Inspiration in Parenting
Get Pregnant FastLately, it feels like I’m drowning in a sea of motivational quotes and uplifting messages. Social media platforms are relentless, with Facebook urging me to chase horizons, Pinterest reminding me to cherish fleeting moments, and Twitter proclaiming each…
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What I Whisper to My Daughter While She Sleeps
Get Pregnant FastAs I tuck my daughter into bed each evening, she twirls a strand of hair and asks, “Can I share something with you?” This is her classic delay tactic, one that seems to be universally mastered by children.…
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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…