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Confronting the Birthday Blahs: Reflections on Turning 42
Get Pregnant FastAs the eve of my 42nd birthday approaches, I find myself grappling with the all-too-familiar urge to retreat to the pantry for comfort. But this year, I’m resolved to tackle the Birthday Blahs head-on. Instead of wallowing, I’m…
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To the Man Who Thought He Could “Fix” Me with His Masculinity
Get Pregnant FastI’ve been grappling with how to articulate my feelings after encountering a rather shocking comment online. It was just a handful of words buried beneath an article I wrote about mental health, but they struck a nerve. They…
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Postpartum Anxiety: When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: July 18, 2016Originally Published: Oct. 22, 2015Do I appear scared in that photo? Honestly, I can’t recall if I was terrified or just dazed from the post-C-section medications, which are no joke. I do remember thinking the…
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You Might Be Transmitting Math Anxiety to Your Kids
Get Pregnant FastParenting can be a complex journey, and it turns out that one of the unexpected challenges we face is the potential to pass on our own anxieties, particularly when it comes to subjects like math. This was highlighted…
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Marriage Isn’t Picture-Perfect: Ditching the Illusion of Perfection
Get Pregnant FastLet’s be real: the secret to a fulfilling marriage lies in letting go of that idealized version of what a happy union should be. Wipe that image from your mind—permanently. You might also want to release the fantasy…
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No, I Don’t Want My Birth Filmed. Seriously, Get That Camera Out of Here.
Get Pregnant FastDuring my first labor, I invited my entire family to join me in the delivery room. I thought it would be a heartwarming experience, a day filled with laughter and shared joy. Unfortunately, I was mistaken.As the Pitocin…
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Mom’s Honest Post Hits Home: Why ‘Perfection’ Is Overrated
Get Pregnant FastIn the whirlwind of parenthood, it’s easy to fall into the trap of striving for perfection. We juggle packing nutritious lunches, assisting with homework, reading bedtime stories, and ensuring our little ones are clean and dressed. Despite our…
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How to Change Your First Name in Your 40s
Get Pregnant FastI’ve always had a complicated relationship with my name, Lezlie. It’s not just the way it sounds; it feels like a constant reminder that I’m overlooked and misunderstood. Studies show that the sound of our names can trigger…
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ICE Detains Undocumented Father While Dropping Kids Off at School
Get Pregnant FastIn a harrowing incident last week, an undocumented father of four was apprehended by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while delivering his children to school. Miguel Torres, 48, was simply doing what countless parents do every morning—transporting…
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9 Frustrations of Working Moms That Can Drive You Up the Wall
Get Pregnant FastAs a working mother, I’ve experienced the challenges of balancing a career and family life firsthand. Juggling the demands of work with the unpredictability of parenting can feel like navigating an obstacle course. Here are nine things that…
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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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FDA Issues New Warning: Parents, Avoid Homeopathic Teething Products
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent alert, the FDA has reiterated its stance against the use of homeopathic teething products for infants, particularly those made by Hyland’s. Despite the discontinuation of their teething tablets and gels, the company has not issued a recall, raising concerns among parents everywhere. Many of us, myself included, relied on…
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Mother’s Controversial Choice: Leaving Child Alone in Hotel Room Sparks Debate
Get Pregnant Fast Is parental paranoia at an all-time high? This question has surfaced after a British mother faced backlash for her decision to leave her sleeping baby unattended in their hotel room while she and her husband dined downstairs. In a candid article for a popular online publication, she recounted the night they placed…
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Mark Thompson Shares Heartwarming News of Baby Number Two with a Touching Ode to Siblings
Get Pregnant Fast In an exciting announcement, Mark Thompson revealed that his wife, Emma, is expecting their second child. When Mark first shared the news of Emma’s pregnancy with their first child, he opened up about their challenges with fertility, a post that resonated with countless families. Today, he joyfully declared that Emma is pregnant…
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Navigating Life with a Hyperactive Child: My Little Dynamo Never Stops Moving
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, my youngest son, Alex, helped me assemble a bathroom cabinet that seemed to have a million parts. Unlike me, he skips the instructions and dives right in. He unwraps everything, meticulously organizes the pieces (sorting is his thing), and then gets down to business. “We can figure this out, Mom,”…
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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…