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I’m Saying Goodbye to Robot Mom Mode
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: July 27, 2016 Originally Published: Oct. 29, 2015As school is back in session, my routine of chauffeuring kids around has resumed, and that 3 p.m. shift is in full swing. One child hops in, her eyes sparkling…
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I Just Welcomed My Final Baby, And I Didn’t Anticipate This Wave of Sadness
Get Pregnant FastIt’s hard to believe that eight weeks have passed since my partner and I introduced our newest little one into the world. As our fourth child, this milestone has allowed me to step out of the haze of…
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Navigating the World of ‘Mom Friends’ vs. ‘Friends Who Are Moms’
Get Pregnant Fast“Don’t shy away from using a nipple shield,” I shared with a fellow new mom the other day. “Trust me, cracked nipples are no joke!”“Ooh, brace yourself for some very colorful diapers when your little one tries sweet…
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If You Truly Care for Someone, Skip the Christmas Gift
Get Pregnant FastAs the countdown to Christmas begins, many of us find ourselves caught in a frantic whirlwind of last-minute shopping. You might be racing from store to store, trying to find the perfect gift for your loved ones—whether it’s…
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Dear Grandparents, Let Us Handle the Parenting
Get Pregnant FastDear Grandparents,I hold a deep respect for your role in our children’s lives. Your enthusiasm and commitment to spending time with your grandkids are truly commendable. I won’t hinder the special bond you share with my children; in…
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The Women of ‘Mad Men’ Are the Characters We’ll Miss the Most
Get Pregnant FastMad Men may have had a misleading title, as our hearts ultimately belonged to the women of the series rather than the men. While we appreciate the charm of charismatic characters like Daniel and the antics of Roger,…
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Thanks to YouTube, My Kid is Hooked on Plastic Nonsense
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: December 19, 2016 Originally Published: September 1, 2012It all began so innocently. My son developed a fascination with Paw Patrol. To find some peace while I showered or prepared dinner, I turned to YouTube on my iPad,…
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A Letter to My Toddler: Please, Stop Making the Baby Cry
Get Pregnant FastDear Little One,I understand how much you adore your baby sister, and I truly appreciate your affection. However, squeezing her as if she’s a plush toy isn’t quite what she needs right now. You’re making the baby cry.I…
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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…