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Embracing My Body: A Journey to Happiness in Every Size
Get Pregnant FastLet me share something personal with you. The woman you see in the first image is me—just a few years back, after having three kids. This picture was taken at the lake, just two months before I turned…
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When Adult Friendships Fade Away
Get Pregnant FastAs I prepare to celebrate another birthday, I find myself in a contemplative mood, reflecting on the friendships that have shaped my life. Birthdays have a way of bringing back memories—both joyful and painful—prompting thoughts about lifelong companions,…
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Ryan Adams’ Stunning Tribute to Taylor Swift’s ‘1989’
Get Pregnant FastAfter much anticipation, Ryan Adams has released his full-album cover of Taylor Swift’s 1989, and it’s a delightful surprise. First off, can we agree to drop the nickname “T-Swizzle”? We’re adults here, right? While it may not be…
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Today, I Choose to Embrace My Life
Get Pregnant FastToday, I will choose to embrace my life. Even when I find myself rushing to get ready for work, herding the kids out the door, packing lunches, signing forms, and wiping sticky faces. Just when I think I’ve…
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My Black Daughter Is Not Your “Girlfriend”
Get Pregnant FastIn today’s world, it’s essential to recognize the language we use, especially when it concerns children of different races. I often find myself reflecting on the interactions my daughters have with others. From flight attendants to strangers in…
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Top Pregnancy Keepsakes to Cherish Your Journey
Get Pregnant FastHey friends! If you’re looking for special ways to commemorate your pregnancy, you’re in for a treat! There are some fantastic keepsakes that can help you capture those precious moments and milestones. Here’s a casual roundup of our…
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An Empty Nest Mom’s Adventure to Rediscover Youth
Get Pregnant FastSometimes, you just need to hit the road and embrace spontaneity—even if it feels foreign. As a mother of two grown sons, aged 22 and 20, I’ve found myself reflecting on the rapid passage of time. With one…
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A Label for My Daughter We Can All Appreciate
Get Pregnant Fast“Did you get any compliments on your outfit today, sweetheart?” I asked one sunny afternoon as she hopped into the backseat of my SUV.“Yeah!” she beamed, her bright eyes sparkling in the rearview mirror. “Lots of people really…
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The Luckiest Person in the Waiting Room
Get Pregnant FastAs I sat in the waiting room, anticipation filled the air. I was there for my first consultation with a Mohs surgeon, a specialist who would perform a precise microscopically controlled procedure to remove the basal cell skin…
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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…