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Navigating Father’s Day When Your Dad is Gone and You’re Facing Divorce
Get Pregnant FastFather’s Day can be a challenging time, especially when you’ve lost your father and are also navigating a divorce. My father passed away in 2008, and my marriage unraveled in 2013. For those of us who have experienced…
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The Rock + Baby Photos = Ovaries Exploding Everywhere
Get Pregnant FastWhen Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson shares a snapshot of his life as a father, it’s hard not to feel a little flutter. I’ve got to admit, I never truly appreciated just how attractive The Rock was until he…
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The Top 10 Perks of Raising All Boys
Get Pregnant FastParenting can be a wild ride, especially when you’re navigating life with all boys. I often hear comments like, “I only want girls because boys always leave their mothers,” or “I can’t imagine having three boys.” But let…
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Busting the Myth: Boys Are Just as Emotional as Girls
Get Pregnant FastWhen I learned I was expecting my second son, I experienced a pang of sadness. This would be my last child, and while I knew my love for him would mirror the fierce devotion I felt for my…
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Navigating the Emotional Farewell to Your College Freshman
Get Pregnant FastSaying goodbye to your college freshman is an emotional journey filled with excitement and melancholy. As I prepared to send my eldest child off to school, the weeks leading up to her departure were a whirlwind of emotions—anxiousness,…
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Creative 3-Year-Old Gets the Ultimate ‘Princess Chewbacca’ Birthday Cake
Get Pregnant FastIn an adorable display of creativity, a devoted mother in Oregon ensured that her 3-year-old daughter, Lily, would celebrate her special day with a birthday cake that perfectly merged her passions for princesses and the iconic “Star Wars”…
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6 Ways to Be a Truly Supportive Husband
Get Pregnant FastIn a healthy marriage, being a partner means being there for each other in every possible way. Sure, it might sound a bit cliché, but there’s a real depth to being a supportive husband that goes beyond mere…
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Pink Throws Her Daughter a Matt Damon-Themed Birthday Bash, and It’s Spectacular
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to birthday celebrations, creativity knows no bounds. Just ask pop icon Pink, who recently threw her daughter, Lily, an unforgettable fifth birthday party inspired by none other than Matt Damon’s film, The Martian. As every…
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The New Mom Struggle: Navigating the Storm of Emotions
Get Pregnant FastOne of my closest friends is about to welcome her first child into the world. She’s a fiercely independent woman who has explored countless countries, earned a degree abroad, and works at one of the top ten universities…
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- The Hidden Sisterhood of Miscarriage
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You Lose, NRA: Doctors Can Now Discuss Firearms with Patients
Get Pregnant FastIn a significant ruling, a federal appeals court has overturned parts of a Florida law that previously prohibited physicians from inquiring about firearm ownership among their patients. Understanding whether guns are present in a household is crucial for patient safety, and now, doctors can freely address this vital topic.According to The Trace, the…
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To My Youngest, The Sibling of a Special Needs Child: Important Lessons for You
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little One, Today marks your 4th birthday, and I find myself marveling at how quickly time flies. Watching you play and laugh with your friends fills my heart with indescribable joy. I want to take a moment to share some thoughts with you—thoughts that you may not fully understand right now,…
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Motherhood: The Unvarnished Truth
Get Pregnant Fast This morning, I completely lost it. After getting the kids ready for school—dressed, fed, teeth brushed, and backpacks in tow—I turned on the TV. I have a strict rule about which channels they can watch. There’s so much garbage out there—shows aimed at teens and preteens that feature kids hurling insults like…
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The Hidden Sisterhood of Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast Miscarriage — it’s a term shrouded in silence, isn’t it? A word often kept to ourselves or whispered among trusted friends, even though nearly one in four women will experience it. If you go through a miscarriage, you find yourself in an unspoken sisterhood that few outsiders dare to discuss and that…
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The 7 Stages of Breaking Up with Coffee as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Coffee has earned its place alongside the essentials of parenting, right up there with extra diapers. In those early morning hours, many parents might even regard it as more valuable than their own children. But what happens when you decide to break up with this beloved brown brew, whether for health reasons…
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Dad Pranks School with Vacation Snap to Justify Teen’s Absence
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting, creativity can sometimes take center stage, especially when it comes to school attendance. One father in the UK, Mark Thompson, recently showcased his ingenuity by using a vacation photo to explain his 15-year-old son Alex’s absence from school. Mark, along with his partner, Lisa, operates a travel…
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Why Do Kids Hear Their Mom’s Voice But Still Manage to Tune Us Out?
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, moms often seem to possess extraordinary abilities. We can sense when our children are lying, feeling unwell, or simply in need of some attention with just a glance. Interestingly, research shows that kids are biologically wired to recognize their mothers’ voices more readily than anyone else’s. So…
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I Am A Person of Faith, and the Religious Right Does NOT Represent Me
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s have an honest conversation, my friends. It’s time to clarify my stance once and for all. When I mention that I attend church, I can almost hear the thoughts racing through your mind. You might be questioning whether I align with the religious right—the small, yet influential group that claims the…
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Why I’d Pass on a Mommy Makeover
Get Pregnant Fast I used to be a big fan of the show What Not to Wear that aired on TLC. You might still catch it in reruns. I was always intrigued by the suspense leading up to the big reveal and became somewhat of an expert on what clothing suits various body types (hint:…