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7-Week-Old Baby: Milestones and Development
Get Pregnant FastIt’s hard to believe how quickly the time has passed! Your 7-week-old baby is starting to feel less like a newborn, and you’re likely adjusting to parenthood with more confidence. As you and your partner find some moments…
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20 Reasons My 2-Year-Old Had a Tough Day
Get Pregnant FastMy two-year-old looked up at me, a playful glint in his eyes, and said, “Mommy, I had a rough day.” I turned to his older sibling, who shrugged nonchalantly, as five-year-olds are wont to do when it comes…
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Eager to Boost Your Kids’ Nutritional Intake? Embrace the Role of Snack Provider
Get Pregnant Fast“I’m not your assistant,” my 6-year-old son proclaimed, arms crossed defiantly, as I asked him to relocate his stack of comic books from the kitchen table to his bedroom. After a firm reminder and a little coaxing, he…
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The Universal Reality of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast“Life can be quite challenging, can’t it?” my friend Jessica texted me last week.“Absolutely,” I replied.We were attempting to coordinate a get-together for the upcoming weekend, but as usual, our children’s activities, travel plans, and other commitments were…
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For Better or Worse, I Chose You: A Letter to My Husband
Get Pregnant FastThe baby’s wailing fills the air, while I’m in the kitchen trying to prepare dinner. The dog is having a meltdown, barking at who knows what—perhaps a speck of dust or a butterfly a world away. The trash…
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Enough With the “I Don’t Want Them Labeled” Mentality
Get Pregnant FastIf I had a dollar for every time I heard someone say, “I don’t want them labeled,” I could pay off my mortgage and still have enough left for a brand new car. Let’s have an honest chat…
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A Masterclass in Graceful Ex-Relationships: Lessons from Max Taylor’s Instagram
Get Pregnant FastNavigating divorce and breakups can be incredibly challenging, especially when children are involved. The emotional toll of moving on from an ex can feel overwhelming, but sometimes, we can find inspiration in how others handle these situations. Recently,…
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Generation X’s Parenting Dilemma
Get Pregnant FastDo you remember what it was like to be a kid? We wore our house keys around our necks, almost like badges of honor, and we walked home from school solo, letting ourselves in while our parents were…
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Tragic Incident: Third Child Loses Life After IKEA Dresser Topples
Get Pregnant FastIn a heartbreaking development, federal safety regulators are investigating the tragic incident involving a third child who died after an IKEA dresser tipped over. These devastating occurrences are far too frequent in American households, with a child losing…
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Is Your Home Protected From the Hidden Danger?
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: April 9, 2015Last spring, I had a morning much like any other. I dropped my kids off at school, and while I can’t recall the exact time, I remember returning home to…
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- Why I’d Pass on a Mommy Makeover
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The 7 Stages of Breaking Up with Coffee as a Parent
Get Pregnant FastCoffee 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 or…
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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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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…
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Why My Joys Have Become Simpler
Get Pregnant Fast “I’m actually looking forward to our time in the car,” I told my 6-year-old son, Max. “Me too!” he exclaimed as we gathered our things. Car-time has become a cherished ritual in our home. After months of trying to fill the gaps while my oldest was at gymnastics, we’ve realized that simply…
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When Love Alone Isn’t Enough: What I Would Say If My Child Comes Out as LGBTQ+
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting often involves navigating uncomfortable discussions. I still remember the awkward morning when I found myself explaining the birds and the bees to my 8-year-old, far earlier than I had anticipated. Since then, I’ve tried to prepare myself for those inevitable conversations. I’ve mentally rehearsed talks about everything from bullying to hygiene…
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Teacher Fired for Using Anatomically Correct Term in Class: A Controversy Unfolds
Get Pregnant Fast In a surprising turn of events, a substitute teacher in Michigan has found herself out of a job for using the term “vagina” during an art history lesson. The educator, who has been renamed Sarah Johnson for this story, was discussing the renowned artist Georgia O’Keeffe with her eighth-grade students when she…
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Understanding My Daughter with Special Needs: What You May Not Realize
Get Pregnant Fast To those who notice my daughter’s unique gait and deliberate pace with physical activities and assume she lacks ability: You really don’t know my daughter. To those who see her speech delays and think she’s not aware of her surroundings: You don’t know my daughter. To those who see her struggle to…