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7 Essential Realities of Life After Childbirth
Get Pregnant FastI’ve always been the type to plan ahead. I check the weather multiple times a day and keep a stash of snacks and emergency supplies in my trunk. I never leave home without an extra pair of contacts…
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35+ Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gift Ideas That Moms Will Truly Appreciate
Get Pregnant FastMother’s Day is the perfect time to show your love and appreciation for the incredible mothers in your life. But finding the ideal gift can be a challenge—especially if you’re not a parent yourself. To help you out,…
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Dear New Parents: Ditch the Toys
Get Pregnant FastHello, New Parents! If you’re anything like us, you probably fell into the trap of buying adorable toys for your little ones before they even arrived. We grabbed a cozy bouncy seat and a co-sleeper, plus a few…
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CDC Director Reassures Safety of COVID-19 Vaccine During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastThe CDC Director recently reassured that getting the COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy is completely safe. In an insightful discussion with health expert Sarah Johnson, she emphasized the importance of vaccination for expectant mothers concerned about their health and…
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Capture the Everyday Moments
Get Pregnant FastAs I strolled through the park today, I spotted you—an inviting day that practically called for a visit with your little one. You were both perched on the merry-go-round, not spinning but simply enjoying the moment. Your gaze…
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6 Ways I’ve Become the Ultimate Hypocrite in Parenting
Get Pregnant FastMotherhood has assigned me a multitude of roles — caregiver, chef, educator, chauffeur, housekeeper, and even the referee in sibling squabbles. Yet, I never anticipated that “hypocrite” would also make the list. I’ve mastered the art of the…
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A Bittersweet Farewell as My Firstborn Embarks on His New Journey
Get Pregnant FastHe was my go-to companion for binge-watching TV shows and enjoying movie marathons. He’d handle the popcorn while I grabbed the chocolate. With a knack for making me laugh until I couldn’t breathe, he’s my firstborn son. While…
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My Top Parenting Tip: Be Kind to Yourself
Get Pregnant FastBecoming a parent is a profound experience, one that I first embraced in 2006. It was a moment filled with joy and wonder, a pivotal milestone in my life. Since then, I’ve welcomed a daughter in 2008, married…
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Claim Yourselves: A Letter to My Daughters
Get Pregnant FastDear daughters,Your bright smiles light up my world, and your desire for my presence is palpable. The way you curl up against me, seeking comfort and warmth, feels like a beautiful and ordinary dance. At times, it’s hard…
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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…