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Your Baby Can Get Vaccines Even With a Cold: Busting 13 Vaccine Myths
Get Pregnant FastAre you worried about vaccinating your little one? You’re not alone! Many parents have concerns about vaccines, and it’s important to address those worries with accurate information. Here’s a breakdown of some common vaccine myths that might be…
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The 8 Essential Breastfeeding Products for New Moms in 2025
Get Pregnant FastAs a new mom, embarking on your breastfeeding journey can feel overwhelming. You might think, “How difficult can it be?” However, many mothers find that nursing doesn’t come as easily as expected. It’s perfectly normal! To help ease…
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Another Flight Delayed Due to a Crying Toddler – Airlines, Get a Grip!
Get Pregnant FastRecently, a United Airlines flight had to return to the gate after taxiing because a pregnant mother was unable to calm her crying two-year-old. The incident was shared by a fellow passenger on social media, shedding light on…
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9 Effective Exercises for Postpartum Diastasis Recti
Get Pregnant FastIf you’ve recently had a baby, you might be dealing with diastasis recti, a common condition where the abdominal muscles separate during pregnancy. While this can be concerning, the good news is that there are effective exercises to…
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Embracing the Weekend Mom Life: A Candid Reflection
Get Pregnant FastIt’s Wednesday evening, and I’m gearing up for dinner with a friend, free from the need to arrange a babysitter or navigate a sea of toys. It’s a refreshing change not to be juggling a 4-year-old who’s throwing…
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A Portrait of Motherhood Through My Child’s Eyes
Get Pregnant FastTonight, my son Alex decided to take on the challenge of drawing my portrait. As I settled at the table, I watched him carefully observe every feature of my face, his concentration evident. It’s a delightful experience to…
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Liberal Moms Emphasize Kindness, Conservative Moms Focus on Respect: Survey Insights
Get Pregnant FastIn a recent survey, findings revealed a fascinating intersection between parenting styles and political beliefs. Liberal mothers, like Clara and Sophia, expressed a strong desire to instill values of kindness, happiness, and empathy in their children, with 56%,…
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He Still Calls Me Mommy: Embracing the Little Moments in an Ever-Changing World
Get Pregnant FastIn the midst of all the changes my son is going through, I find myself cherishing the remnants of his little boyhood even more. It’s incredible how much he has matured over the past year, transitioning into this…
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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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Navigating the Challenges of Parenting Spirited, Emotional, or Difficult Children
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be an incredible journey filled with joy, but for those raising spirited, emotional, or challenging children, it can often feel like an uphill battle. My first experience with this was when my daughter, Lily, now 20, was born. She was an exceptionally colicky baby, crying incessantly for nearly the first…
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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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In Search of a BFF: A 30-Something Soccer Mom’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast As a 30-something soccer mom, I’m on the lookout for a new best friend to share this wild ride of motherhood with. If you’re a clean-freak CrossFitter, this probably isn’t the place for you. I’m all for healthy eating, but I believe in balance—let’s share a froyo at that adorable spot our…