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Nursery Organization: Space-Saving Strategies for Your Baby’s Room
Get Pregnant FastKeeping a baby’s nursery tidy can feel like an uphill battle, especially with the endless stream of toys, clothes, and supplies that seem to multiply overnight. It’s completely normal for things to get a bit chaotic when you’re…
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Essential Baby Registry Items You Didn’t Know You Needed
Get Pregnant FastCreating a baby registry can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a chance to get all the essentials for your new arrival. While you might think of the usual items like diapers and onesies, there are some surprising yet…
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10 Reasons Why Birthday Parties Can Be a Nightmare
Get Pregnant FastParentingBy: Lisa Thompson Updated: Aug. 27, 2023 Originally Published: April 22, 2013Let’s get one thing straight: I endured the monumental task of bringing a human into this world, and yet it seems the celebration is all about that…
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Eczema During Pregnancy: Understanding Symptoms, Causes & Safe Treatments
Get Pregnant FastPregnancy can be a beautiful journey, but it can also bring on some unexpected challenges, including skin issues like eczema. This chronic skin condition may flare up or even develop for the first time during this special time…
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Higher Wages for Low-Income Workers: A Win for Families and Employers
Get Pregnant FastIt’s a common myth that low-paying jobs in the food-service industry are predominantly occupied by teenagers or retirees seeking extra cash. In reality, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that the average age of a food-service…
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Mom’s Heartwarming Response to Her Daughter’s Concerns About Her Appearance
Get Pregnant FastIn the journey of parenting, the focus often shifts towards instilling confidence in our children beyond just their appearance. Take the story of Emma, who, like many parents, aims to steer her young daughters away from a preoccupation…
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10 Reasons to Celebrate the End of Baby and Toddler Years
Get Pregnant FastParenting can be a rollercoaster ride, especially during the baby and toddler years. While those moments are often filled with adorable giggles and heartwarming cuddles, many parents find themselves feeling a mix of nostalgia and relief as they…
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Using Pets as a Parenting Prep Tool in 78 Simple Steps
Get Pregnant FastMany well-meaning individuals adopt pets with the belief that it will serve as a stepping stone to parenthood. I was once in that boat. The core issue isn’t that pets can’t help you get ready for parenting; rather,…
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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…
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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…