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What Mixed-Race Parents Wish You Would Stop Saying
Get Pregnant FastWhen I discovered I was expecting, I knew it would be a journey unlike any other. Not only was I about to embrace parenthood for the first time, but I was also preparing to welcome a child who…
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The Remaining Embryo: A Personal Reflection on Hope and Choices
Get Pregnant FastIt’s the topic that often goes unaddressed—the embryo that lingers in the background, waiting for a decision. Nearly four years have passed since my last embryo transfer, which blessed us with our second and final son. I was…
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Loving Me Means Navigating My OCD
Get Pregnant FastWhen you’re in a relationship with someone like me, who lives with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety, there are a few things you should be prepared for: Repetitive Questions I tend to ask the same questions more than…
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Celebrating the Strength of Working Moms: A Portrait Project
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I Blinked and You Turned 10
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: Dec. 18, 2015 Originally Published: Aug. 7, 2015It feels like just yesterday I was 10 months pregnant, feeling like a beached whale. The heat was unbearable, and it felt like you were playing soccer inside me, with…
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Let’s Rethink the Question: “How Could Parents Allow This to Happen?” When Tragedy Strikes
Get Pregnant FastOn New Year’s Eve, a heartbreaking incident occurred in Colorado when a 6-year-old boy went missing. Tragically, his body was discovered in a nearby pond just a day later. This news is nothing short of devastating. It’s a…
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The Best Resolution I Ever Made Was to Stop Mom-Shaming
Get Pregnant FastOnce upon a time, I was all about New Year’s resolutions. Fast forward to today, and honestly? They feel more like a chore than a chance to reflect and improve. Who needs the added stress of setting goals…
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7 Lessons About Marriage My Kids Can Learn from Their Siblings
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to marriage, our children are not just observing us, but they are also learning from their sibling interactions. The dynamic relationships they share can teach them invaluable lessons about love, conflict, and cooperation. Here are…
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Why My Initial Dislike for Hillary Clinton Was a Reflection of My Own Biases
Get Pregnant FastWhen I finished law school and took my first job as an associate at a prestigious law firm, I was excited about the opportunity. The work, while often tedious and demanding, was made bearable by the people around…
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Science Reveals: Santa’s Reindeer Are Pregnant Females
Get Pregnant FastIn an interesting twist to holiday lore, scientific findings suggest that Santa’s reindeer are indeed all pregnant females. While Santa and his merry crew may belong to the realm of fantasy, the characteristics we associate with these iconic…
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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…