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My Child Is A Rule-Breaker, But Perhaps That’s A Blessing in Disguise
Get Pregnant FastAs a new mom, I found myself dreading those Mommy and Me classes. It wasn’t the overly enthusiastic instructor or the childish games that irked me. No, it was circle time that sent me over the edge, ultimately…
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10 Ways Parents Influence Their Kids’ Trips to the Principal’s Office
Get Pregnant FastAh, the dreaded call to the principal’s office. It’s a moment that sends shivers down the spine of any student, especially when the loudspeaker announces their name and they can feel all eyes on them. While kids might…
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21 Reasons I’m Grateful for My Divorce
Get Pregnant FastRecently, I had a moment that made me reflect on my journey since my divorce. After a work event, a young girl approached me with a box of her homemade jewelry, selling them to help her mom with…
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How My Pregnancy Strengthened My Pro-Choice Views
Get Pregnant FastFor as long as I can remember, I have identified as pro-choice. However, I must admit that I once found the concept of abortion quite unsettling. In my younger years, the mere thought of someone I knew choosing…
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Why My Dislike for Sports Transformed When My Child Took the Field
Get Pregnant FastThree years ago, when my then-6-year-old son, Lucas, expressed a desire to play soccer, I felt a wave of anxiety wash over me. I knew this moment was inevitable; all of his friends were involved in various sports,…
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My Most Memorable Parenting Experience
Get Pregnant FastAs I stood in the living room, I watched my 4-year-old daughter, Lily, intently stacking her colorful blocks. Suddenly, they toppled over like a set of dominoes. “Darn it,” she muttered under her breath.Taken aback, I gently inquired,…
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Toilet Seat Covers: A Psychological Crutch or Necessary Comfort?
Get Pregnant FastRecently, an article titled “The Pointlessness of Toilet Seat Covers” has resurfaced online, drawing attention to the long-standing debate over their effectiveness. Written by a journalist named Lisa Tran back in 2014, the article has found its way…
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First on the List: Embracing Self-Care for Women
Get Pregnant FastAs I serve dinner to my son, he shoots me that familiar look: “Mom! It’s touching!” He’s not a fan of his food mixing on the plate. Each item must have its own distinct space, as if life…
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An Open Letter to My True Friend
Get Pregnant FastDear Sarah,Never did I expect that dropping off my daughter at your son’s birthday sleepover would leave me a bit emotional. After the lively group of kids dashed off for their Nerf gun battles, you kindly invited me…
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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…