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Will the Port Strike Lead to a Shortage of Formula and Diapers?
Get Pregnant FastAre you worried about whether the recent port strike might impact your supply of baby essentials like formula and diapers? You’re not alone! Many parents are feeling anxious about this situation. As one mom, Sarah, shared in a…
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Closing a Sad Chapter in My Mother’s Life and Discovering a Rainbow
Get Pregnant FastDespite my mother being a meticulous organizer and a habitual declutterer, there was still a mountain of work ahead of me. When my parents purchased their home 15 years earlier, it was a stunning builder’s model, beautifully decorated…
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This Innovative App Will Pack and Ship Your Luggage for You
Get Pregnant FastWith my kids finally old enough to enjoy family vacations without the chaos of a double stroller, I can genuinely say I love our getaways. Traveling has become much simpler, but packing for the whole family remains a…
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Can Your Children Inherit Your Cultural DNA?
Get Pregnant FastI often ponder how children from different backgrounds experienced their formative years in the 1970s and ’80s. My own childhood was steeped in Cuban culture, filled with the sounds of celebrated comedian Álvarez Guedes and vibrant salsa music,…
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I Don’t Want to be My Daughter’s Bestie: Embracing the Role of a Mother
Get Pregnant FastThe moment has arrived. I’ve come to terms with the fact that I will never fit the mold of a “cool mom,” and honestly, that’s perfectly fine with me.Think back to your own teenage years for a second.…
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Hoverboards: A Trending Gift with Hidden Dangers
Get Pregnant FastThe hoverboard has become one of the most sought-after holiday gifts this year, but its rise in popularity comes with alarming reports of spontaneous combustions and explosions. In one incident, a family in Louisiana faced damage to their…
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What to Expect When Induced: Is Labor Induction Right for You?
Get Pregnant FastHey there, friends! Let’s talk about labor induction and what it means for you and your baby. Sometimes, your healthcare provider might suggest inducing labor, which means they’ll use certain methods to start contractions, especially if you’re overdue…
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The Mother’s Commitment
ParentingThe Mother’s Commitment by Keesha BeckfordGet Pregnant FastUpdated: Aug. 21, 2015 | Originally Published: Jan. 16, 2012I vow to fill our days with joy, connection, play, fresh experiences, learning, wholesome meals and snacks, and well-timed rest for everyone involved.I’ll arrange…
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If You’re Nursing Your 6-Year-Old, Prepare for Backlash
Get Pregnant FastIn the world of parenting, I champion every feeding method: whether it’s breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or formula-feeding, I believe in respecting how each parent chooses to nourish their child. However, if you decide to openly share photos of breastfeeding…
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I Won’t Surrender My Widow Membership Card
Get Pregnant FastYou can keep your card because, at 36, with a toddler and a young child at home, I had no desire to join your club. It wasn’t a choice I made, and honestly, it’s a club I’d gladly…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant Fast I 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…
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Why Santa Will Always Be Part of Our Family Tradition
Get Pregnant Fast When I think back to my childhood, the figure of Santa Claus looms large in my family’s holiday celebrations. My parents truly embraced the enchantment of the season, going to great lengths to craft magical experiences for my two brothers and me. One of the highlights was an annual visit from Santa…
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From One Rage Cleaner to Another: Feels Good, Doesn’t It?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the infamous “rage clean.” You know the drill: one minute, everything is fine, and the next, you’re on your hands and knees, vacuuming up that random rock your child decided to bring inside—only to leave it on the floor for days. At first, it didn’t bother you, but now, seeing that…
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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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Navigating Swearing in Preschoolers: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast It was a typical afternoon, and my 4-year-old daughter, Mia, and I were enjoying a quiet moment in the bank drive-thru, eagerly discussing which flavor of lollipop she would get today. Just then, the dreaded moment arrived: the bank tube returned empty, containing nothing but a receipt. I took a deep breath…