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This Mom’s Ingenious Ikea Hack Transforms Co-Sleeping for Families
Get Pregnant FastWhen you think of a “family bed,” you might picture a large, inviting bed piled high with soft blankets where families peacefully drift off to sleep together. However, anyone who has shared a bed with little ones knows…
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Family Connections from Afar: Navigating Family Time at a Distance
Get Pregnant FastWhen I attended university and graduate school nearly 700 miles from home, I never anticipated that it would lead to a life so far removed from my family. My partner, Alex, found himself in a similar situation, studying…
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Living in a Body That Doesn’t Reflect My True Self
Get Pregnant FastA year ago, I managed to shed around 30 pounds for what felt like the umpteenth time. During that period, my father visited and casually dropped a comment that left me feeling shocked, hurt, and frankly, quite irritated.Let…
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Ms. Emily’s Exciting New Toy Collection Matches My Daughter’s Enthusiasm
Get Pregnant FastMark your calendars: Emily’s wonderful toy collection launches on September 29! I am absolutely thrilled, and just so you know, TTC Tips may earn commissions from the shopping links included on this page. All sales and prices are…
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I Competed for Team USA While Pregnant — And Won Gold!
Get Pregnant FastImagine this: you’re about to compete for Team USA in sitting volleyball, and you discover you’re pregnant right before the big event. That’s exactly what happened to athlete Jordan Thompson, who found out she was expecting just after…
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Americans Are Experiencing a Decline in Sexual Activity, Particularly Among Married Couples
Get Pregnant FastDo you ever find yourself pondering how often your married friends are getting intimate? Perhaps you’ve wondered if your own experiences are “normal.” If so, you’re not alone. This topic piques curiosity for many, even if we don’t…
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The Essentials of Supporting Your New Grad on Their Job Hunt
Get Pregnant FastAs my niece prepares to graduate from college this month, I feel a strong urge to lend her a helping hand as she ventures into the job market. With dreams of breaking into entertainment PR, I want to…
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The Ultimate Chicken Salad Recipe: A Must-Try Delight
Get Pregnant FastHave you ever had a strong aversion to certain foods? For me, it’s raw chicken. Once I handle that slippery, pink flesh, I find it nearly impossible to eat. However, there’s one exception to my rule: my homemade…
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Hillary Clinton’s Pantsuits Make Their Stand
Get Pregnant FastIf you identify as a woman, there’s a good chance you’ve faced criticism about your appearance at some point. From makeup choices to body shape, the harsh judgment of society eagerly targets women, ready to pounce with biting…
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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…