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Restaurant Introduces ‘Mom Valet’ to Ease Dining with Kids
Get Pregnant FastTaking children out to dine can feel like an uphill battle, but one well-known fast food chain has found a way to lighten the load. Chick-fil-A has launched a brilliant service dubbed “Mom’s Valet,” designed to simplify the…
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Does the Heartbeat Gender Prediction Method Really Work?
Get Pregnant FastYou might have heard that the speed of a fetal heart rate can hint at whether you’re having a boy or a girl—specifically, that a heart rate over 140 beats per minute suggests a girl, while a slower…
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Moms Turn to Crowdfunding for Maternity Leave: A Sad Reality
Get Pregnant FastIn the United States, the absence of mandated paid maternity leave has left many new mothers in a precarious financial situation. With the burden of ensuring they can afford time off after giving birth, some moms are resorting…
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7 Instant Ways Moms Can Lift Their Spirits
Get Pregnant FastLet’s face it, motherhood can be a whirlwind of chaos that sometimes leaves us feeling a bit down. If you’re a mom looking to boost your mood right away, here are seven effective strategies that you can implement…
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High School Sports Cheering Standards: A Bit Overboard?
Get Pregnant FastIn a move that has left many scratching their heads, the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) recently tightened its grip on cheering standards at high school sports events. While a little playful rivalry is part of what makes…
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An Apology to Stay-at-Home Moms
Get Pregnant FastI owe a heartfelt apology to mothers everywhere, particularly to stay-at-home moms. Like many men, I once held the misguided belief that mothers who stay home with their children spend their days being unproductive or simply lounging around.…
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What Happens After Your Child Receives a Mental Health Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast“How are you holding up?” the psychologist inquired after his session with my son.This question has become a frequent refrain in my life since my son’s mental health diagnosis, posed by caring friends, family, and even my spouse.…
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10 Wife Bonuses That Bring Me Joy
Get Pregnant FastRecently, a piece caught my attention titled “I Get A Wife Bonus And I Deserve It, So STFU.” This article, penned by a well-off woman, discussed how she receives a share of her husband’s yearly bonus as a…
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9 Reasons to Show Retail Workers Some Kindness This Holiday Season
Get Pregnant FastAh, the holiday shopping season! For some, it’s a delightful opportunity to find the perfect gifts, while for others, it’s a dreaded chore best avoided. Regardless of your shopping preferences, it’s nearly impossible to escape the retail environment…
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Your Baby’s One-Year Check-Up: What to Expect
Get Pregnant FastHappy birthday to your little one! As your baby reaches the twelve-month milestone, it’s time for a check-up with the pediatrician. This visit will involve a thorough physical examination, much like the last one. Expect the doctor to…
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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…
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Dad Pranks School with Vacation Snap to Justify Teen’s Absence
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting, creativity can sometimes take center stage, especially when it comes to school attendance. One father in the UK, Mark Thompson, recently showcased his ingenuity by using a vacation photo to explain his 15-year-old son Alex’s absence from school. Mark, along with his partner, Lisa, operates a travel…
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Why Do Kids Hear Their Mom’s Voice But Still Manage to Tune Us Out?
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, moms often seem to possess extraordinary abilities. We can sense when our children are lying, feeling unwell, or simply in need of some attention with just a glance. Interestingly, research shows that kids are biologically wired to recognize their mothers’ voices more readily than anyone else’s. So…
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I Am A Person of Faith, and the Religious Right Does NOT Represent Me
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s have an honest conversation, my friends. It’s time to clarify my stance once and for all. When I mention that I attend church, I can almost hear the thoughts racing through your mind. You might be questioning whether I align with the religious right—the small, yet influential group that claims the…
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Why I’d Pass on a Mommy Makeover
Get Pregnant Fast I used to be a big fan of the show What Not to Wear that aired on TLC. You might still catch it in reruns. I was always intrigued by the suspense leading up to the big reveal and became somewhat of an expert on what clothing suits various body types (hint:…
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The Importance of Changing Tables in Public Restrooms – Let’s Get It Together, Businesses!
Get Pregnant Fast Every public restroom should feature a changing table. We’ve all experienced that frustrating moment when you’re out shopping or dining, and suddenly your baby needs a diaper change. You rush to the restroom only to find—gasp—no changing table in sight. What’s your next move? You could resort to changing your baby in…