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Dear Future Baby,
Get Pregnant FastI long for you deeply. Many women share the desire for children, but my yearning for you is profound. I crave the gentle movements of your little kicks inside me, the unexpected moment of you being placed on…
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Ditch Dinner: 6 Delicious Snack Ideas That Feel Like a Meal
Get Pregnant FastLet’s face it: dinner can be a relentless cycle. It seems to roll around nearly every day, and I often find myself staring blankly at the fridge or rummaging through the cupboard, scratching my head as the clock…
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Father’s Day Takes on New Meaning After My Dad’s Passing
Get Pregnant FastLosing a parent as an adult can be a profound experience, one that many can relate to yet remains deeply personal. The inevitability of death often touches a parent—it’s a truth that we all face eventually. Each passing…
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You May Not Recall, But I Will
Get Pregnant FastParentingYou May Not Recall, But I Will by Sarah Thompson Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 17, 2021“When your brother arrives, he won’t remember life as an only child,” everyone says when I begin to feel that…
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On Feminism and Good Manners
Get Pregnant FastI proudly identify as a feminist. Unfortunately, feminism has suffered from negative stereotypes for the past few decades, often conjuring images of angry, man-hating radicals. I assure you, that is not who I am. It’s not envy of…
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The Top Nursing Pads of 2025: Keep Your Shirts Leak-Free
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re navigating the world of nursing, one challenge you might face is the dreaded leak. But don’t worry! We’ve rounded up the finest nursing pads of 2025 to help protect your clothing and give you peace of…
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Inspiring Image of Military Moms Breastfeeding Highlights Women’s Strength
Get Pregnant FastA powerful photograph capturing the essence of motherhood and service has taken social media by storm. Originally intended to grace the walls of a nursing room at Fort Bliss, an Army base in El Paso, Texas, this stunning…
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When Your Child Walks In: Navigating Awkward Moments
Get Pregnant FastHave you ever found yourself in a romantic moment, only to be interrupted by sounds outside your bedroom? I’m not reminiscing about high school antics; I’m talking about the reality of adult life with the ever-looming question: “What…
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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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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…
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In Search of a BFF: A 30-Something Soccer Mom’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast As a 30-something soccer mom, I’m on the lookout for a new best friend to share this wild ride of motherhood with. If you’re a clean-freak CrossFitter, this probably isn’t the place for you. I’m all for healthy eating, but I believe in balance—let’s share a froyo at that adorable spot our…