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Two Kids Stroll Alone; Neighbors Go Wild
Get Pregnant FastIn December, the Johnson family was startled when law enforcement showed up at their doorstep with their two children, aged 10 and 6. The Johnsons weren’t rattled because their kids had gotten into trouble; rather, they were upset…
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Exciting News: A Dr. Seuss Museum is Set to Open Next Year! Gather ‘Round and Celebrate!
Get Pregnant FastAre you ready for an adventure? The whole family will join— It’s bound to be a blast As we hit the road! We just need to be patient, Wait for a year to unfold, But when the time…
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Sleep as the Currency of Marriage
Get Pregnant FastIt was 2 p.m. on a Saturday when Sarah walked in on me napping, even though I was supposed to be tackling the laundry pile.“What in the world?” she exclaimed. “Why do you get to nap?”“I’m not napping,”…
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10 Hilarious Mistakes to Avoid When Organizing for Back-to-School
Get Pregnant FastAs the back-to-school season approaches, it’s time to dust off those backpacks and get ready for another whirlwind year filled with assignments, after-school activities, and the infamous school supply scramble. While many parents are busy prepping their kids…
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Affordable Maternity Clothing: Top Picks for 2023
Get Pregnant FastHey there, future moms! If you’re on the hunt for budget-friendly maternity clothes, you’re in luck! We’ve rounded up some of the best places to snag stylish and affordable options for your growing belly. Let’s dive in!Overall Best…
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10 Unique Last-Minute Gifts That Will Arrive Before December 25th
Get Pregnant FastThe holiday season is upon us, and if you’re in a pinch for gifts, there’s no need to resort to gift cards. Here are ten delightful toys and treats that are sure to arrive in time for Christmas…
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12 Essential Insights I’ve Gained About 12-Year-Old Boys
Get Pregnant FastAs my son recently celebrated his 12th birthday, I invited six of his friends over for a sleepover. It was an eye-opening experience, and I gathered some fascinating observations about this unique age group: Girls? What Girls? These…
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Why ‘Free to Be…You and Me’ Remains a Pivotal Album of Our Childhood
Get Pregnant Fast1972 was a year of significant cultural shifts. With the passing of Title IX, which banned discrimination based on sex in educational institutions, and the launch of Ms. magazine, the world was ready for a revolution. Enter Marlo…
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How ‘Reality Bites’ Foretold the Future of Generation X
Get Pregnant FastIt turns out that the laid-back yet charming slacker, played by Ethan Hawke in Reality Bites, who both broke and ultimately won the heart of Lelaina Pierce (portrayed by Chloe Thompson in a career-defining turn), might have had…
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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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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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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…