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Viral Facebook Post Urges Women to Embrace Their Bodies Just As They Are
Get Pregnant FastIn a world inundated with New Year’s resolutions and the pressure to look a certain way, one woman’s Facebook post has gone viral, delivering a much-needed message of self-acceptance and body positivity. As many of us dive into…
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Let’s End the Judgment Among Moms
Get Pregnant FastEvery mom has encountered criticism for her parenting decisions. Whether it’s a choice to work or stay home, the method of feeding (breastfeeding versus formula), or decisions about vaccinations, co-sleeping, and schooling, the list goes on. There’s a…
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IMPORTANT THANKSGIVING UPDATE
Get Pregnant FastI’ve decided to refer to 2013 as The Year of Lessons.Back in 2011, during the inaugural Thanksgiving Project, I either mailed the gift cards myself or had generous donors send them directly to the recipients. While this approach…
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Child’s Unique Take on Math Problem Sparks Laughter and Creativity
Get Pregnant FastIn recent discussions surrounding Common Core education, many parents have voiced their frustrations over the necessity of explaining how one arrives at a particular answer. This has raised the question: isn’t it enough to simply provide the correct…
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Dad’s Reminder to Fellow Fathers: Moms Deserve All the Naps
Get Pregnant FastIn a heartwarming social media post, a devoted dad recently shared a touching photo with a powerful message directed at fellow fathers. He emphasized the importance of supporting new mothers and allowing them to catch up on the…
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Teaching Your Toddler the ABCs: A Fun Approach
Get Pregnant FastWhen is the right time to introduce your child to the alphabet? Engaging your little one with letters can be a delightful adventure! Here are some effective and playful strategies to help your toddler learn their ABCs without…
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Why Every Hospital Should Embrace the Revolutionary Co-Sleeping Bed for New Moms
Get Pregnant FastIf you’ve ever found yourself struggling to get out of a hospital bed just to soothe your crying newborn after a c-section or vaginal delivery, you’re not alone. A game-changing invention has emerged that could make those exhausting…
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Essential Lessons for Our Children
Get Pregnant FastParenting often feels like a relentless cycle of daily tasks: preparing meals, tidying up messes, and urging our little ones to dress themselves, eat their veggies, and go to sleep. Sometimes it seems like I’m reliving the same…
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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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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:…