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The Annual Checkup: An A to Z Guide
Get Pregnant FastIn this post, I’ll break down the annual checkup experience for my daughter Mia from A to Z.A is for ActiveThe doctor emphasizes that children should be active and limit screen time. Mia is all about movement—she swims,…
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7 Ways Motherhood Has Made Me More Like My Partner
Get Pregnant FastI wouldn’t classify myself as a total girly girl before becoming a mom, but I did enjoy dressing up, wearing makeup, and accessorizing. Now, I feel like I might need to enroll in a makeup course once my…
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10 Reasons I Envy My Well-Endowed Friends
Get Pregnant FastAs a proud member of the small-breasted community, I often find myself wishing for a little more up top. It’s a running joke that when you hit 16, you’re handed a card that says “Welcome to the Small…
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Pope Francis: Priests Can Now Grant Forgiveness for Abortions
Get Pregnant FastIn a significant move within the Catholic Church, Pope Francis has granted priests the authority to forgive the sin of abortion, which has traditionally been viewed as a grave offense warranting excommunication. This decision comes as part of…
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My Brady Bunch (Minus the House)
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: Dec. 26, 2015Originally Published: Jan. 20, 2015It turns out that the eldest daughter, Lily, needed braces. She had a date for the school dance, and everything was set. But, of course, disaster struck. In true family fashion,…
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Why I Say No When My Daughters Ask for Help
Get Pregnant FastDuring a recent family getaway, I found myself with a rare moment of tranquility, nestled in a cozy spot, engrossed in a captivating book. Just as I was sinking into the narrative, one of my daughters strolled in…
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You’ll Want to Take Note of This Mom’s Powerful Lesson on the Impact of Words
Get Pregnant FastIn a heartwarming yet impactful scenario, a mom named Sarah Jones recently shared a memorable lesson with her daughter as she embarked on her first day of middle school. Like many parents, Sarah engaged in the usual back-to-school…
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My Life in Shreds: A Reflection on Memories and Paper Clutter
Get Pregnant FastIt’s a thought-provoking question that often leads to a more intricate answer than one might expect. I’ve always been the type to save everything, a true pack rat at heart. But the real question is: what am I…
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Apartment Threatens Mother With $550 Fine Over Noisy Toddler
Get Pregnant FastA mother is facing a hefty fine for simply being unable to quiet her rambunctious 19-month-old child. Anyone who has ever raised a toddler understands the chaos they can bring—sleep deprivation, mealtime struggles, and seemingly endless meltdowns are…
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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…