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Navigating Puberty: What Every Parent Should Know
Get Pregnant FastReflecting on my own experience with puberty in the mid-‘80s, I can vividly picture the awkwardness of it all. I remember entering health class as a seventh grader, where boys and girls were separated, and a calm teacher…
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What to Avoid When Your Child Decides to Cut Their Hair
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, you quickly learn that kids can be surprisingly resourceful—and not always in the ways you expect. Take my 5-year-old, for instance. While her imagination is a wonderful thing, it often manifests in ways that lead…
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Why I Encourage Kids to Spend Time at My Home
Get Pregnant FastThe young boy nestled in the back of my minivan pleaded with his mom to let him come over to play, exclaiming, “They have an XBox!” His mother chuckled, politely declining — for now — while I couldn’t…
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How Did I End Up Here?
Get Pregnant FastAs I find myself crawling under the dining room table, retrieving what seems to be an entire ear of corn lodged beneath my 18-month-old son’s chair, I can’t help but wonder, “How did I end up here?” Nearby,…
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4 Unexpected Benefits of Gestational Diabetes
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the challenges of gestational diabetes (GD) can feel overwhelming at first. When I was diagnosed, I was devastated; I wondered if my weight had caused this condition. I spent hours reading online about needles, large babies, and…
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7 Ways Parenthood Enhanced My Writing Routine
Get Pregnant FastBecoming a parent can transform many aspects of life, including your creative practices. I never imagined that my unexpected pregnancy at 41 would lead me to become a more productive writer. Now, with my little one just over…
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Exploring the Ring Gender Test: A Fun Way to Predict Your Baby’s Sex
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re eager to discover your baby’s sex before the big reveal, you might be intrigued by the ring gender test—a time-honored tradition that has been passed down through generations. But what exactly is it, and how do…
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How to Discipline Your Kids Without Losing Your Cool
Get Pregnant FastDisciplining children is one of the more challenging aspects of parenting. If it were up to me, my kids would always behave, listen attentively, and never test the waters. Unfortunately, they are children, and pushing boundaries is essentially…
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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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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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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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I’m Choosing the ‘Simple’ Route for Easter This Year by Ordering Pre-Filled Eggs
Get Pregnant Fast Easter is a big deal in our household. My kids are absolutely fascinated by the whole celebration, and thanks to the buzz on social media, they’re completely hooked on the surprise egg craze. Their excitement for the upcoming egg hunt is off the charts, and they’re counting down the days with glee.…