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The Lice Conqueror: A Parenting Tale
Get Pregnant FastThe day before school kicked off, I stumbled upon a nightmare: my daughters had lice. Not just a few annoying nits, but actual brown bugs scurrying through their long, golden locks. Panic set in. I mean, pure, unadulterated…
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The Great Paradox of Parenthood
Get Pregnant FastParenthood is a rollercoaster ride of emotions, isn’t it? One moment, you feel the urge to escape the chaos; the next, you’re overwhelmed with love and an uncontrollable urge to hold your children close. I refer to this…
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Nutella Declines Personalized Jar for Young Girl Named Isis
Get Pregnant FastIn a surprising twist of fate, a young girl from Australia named Isis has found herself at the center of a controversy involving Nutella, the beloved hazelnut spread. Her aunt, Sarah Johnson, attempted to purchase a personalized jar…
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Life Lessons Beyond the Classroom
Get Pregnant FastLast week, I said my goodbyes to my summer nanny, and it was truly a bittersweet moment. As I waved her off, I cheekily suggested that the real education she gained with us far exceeded anything she could…
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Embracing the Chaos: Proudly Being THAT Family
Get Pregnant FastYou can spot us a mile away—if you don’t hear us first. My partner, Alex, and I often find ourselves in a silent game of charades, exchanging urgent hand signals while silently warning our kids, “This is it!…
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10 Thrilling Ways to Embrace Your Wild Side as an Adult Woman
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: Dec. 20, 2023 Originally Published: May 18, 2015 Push the Limits on Fuel Always wait until your gas light has been glowing for at least 15 miles before making a pit stop. Bonus points if you’re nearing…
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Three Years Ago: A Journey of Unexpected Growth
Get Pregnant FastThree years ago, I sat down at my computer, ready to embark on a new adventure. I had no expectations, and true to my reputation as the Queen of Starting Things and Not Following Through, I was certain…
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Navigating the Tougher Aspects of Parenthood: An Insightful Chat with Mia Parker
Get Pregnant FastMia Parker—an acclaimed author, actress, and the humorous voice behind the social media handle @miaparkermom—is the kind of mom friend everyone wishes they had. You know the type: the one who skips the monotonous milestone discussions and doesn’t…
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Christmas Morning with Kids: The Dream vs. The Reality
Get Pregnant FastAfter years of browsing through holiday catalogs and scrolling Pinterest for festive inspiration, I envisioned Christmas morning with my children as a picturesque scene right out of a Norman Rockwell painting, accompanied by the angelic melodies of holiday…
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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…