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6 Must-Have Standing Toys for 2025 to Help Your Baby Reach New Milestones
Get Pregnant FastHey there, fellow parents! If you’re on the hunt for the perfect standing toys to help your little one hit those important developmental milestones, you’ve come to the right place. These toys are not just fun; they’re designed…
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Essential Questions Every Black Mom-to-Be Should Ask Her OB/GYN
Get Pregnant FastFinding the right healthcare provider is crucial for any expectant mother, especially for Black women who may encounter unique challenges in accessing quality prenatal care. To ensure a healthy pregnancy and a safe delivery, it’s vital to choose…
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Top Products for Dealing with Pregnancy Gas and Bloating
Get Pregnant FastNavigating pregnancy can be a joyful yet challenging experience, especially when it comes to discomforts like gas and bloating. Here’s a friendly rundown of the best products that can help ease those pesky symptoms. Best Pregnancy-Safe Stool Softener:…
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How Expecting Moms and New Mothers Can Safeguard Their Families Against Wildfire Smoke
Get Pregnant FastAs wildfires continue to become more frequent due to climate change, many families find themselves affected by smoky conditions. For expectant mothers and new moms, this poses unique health concerns for both themselves and their little ones. Here’s…
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Top 10 Baby Snowsuits for 2025, Loved by Parents
Get Pregnant FastAs winter approaches, it’s essential to keep your little one warm and cozy. We’ve rounded up the best baby snowsuits of 2025, recommended by parents who have been there. These snowsuits prioritize warmth, comfort, and water resistance to…
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The Mother I Was Meant to Be
Get Pregnant FastIn the journey of motherhood, we often find ourselves grappling with the image of the perfect mom we thought we would become. It’s a common thread among many women, the expectations we set for ourselves versus the reality…
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Understanding Dilation and Curettage (D&C) After a Miscarriage
Get Pregnant FastIf you’ve experienced a miscarriage, the emotional and physical recovery can be challenging. One common procedure that may be recommended by your healthcare provider is dilation and curettage, or D&C. This brief surgical procedure is designed to clear…
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How Long Is Three Years?
Get Pregnant FastThree years ago today, I lost my mother, and ever since, I’ve reflected on the passage of time as I mark this anniversary. While it often seems like daily life rushes by unnoticed, mothers have a unique ability…
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The Love Story We’ll Tell Our Daughter: A Cautionary Tale
Get Pregnant FastOne day, our darling little M will inevitably ask about how her father, J, and I first crossed paths. You know, the classic love story filled with sparks, flowing champagne, and all the romance. While we have some…
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Rediscovering Myself Beyond Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast For the past eight years, my existence has been deeply intertwined with my two little ones. Almost everything I do revolves around them; after all, I wear the title of “Mommy.” The moment I saw those two pink lines was a highlight of my life; getting married and starting a family were…
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The Wisdom Passed Down From My Mother
Get Pregnant Fast My mother recently celebrated her 80th birthday. She defies the stereotypes of what someone at that age is supposed to look or act like. Florence Henderson is 80. Cicely Tyson is 80. Willie Nelson, Barbara Feldon, Joan Rivers — all 80. It’s hard for me to grasp that these icons are that…
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What to Anticipate on Your First Day at Home with Baby
Get Pregnant Fast Start your morning with a delightful breakfast in bed, courtesy of the hospital cafeteria. The caring nurses will bring your little one to you, allowing for some precious bonding time. Soon after, the doctor delivers the exciting news: it’s time to go home! Cue the panic. You suddenly remember that the car…
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30 Everyday Annoyances That Drive Us All Crazy
Get Pregnant Fast Ever have those frustrating days when it feels like nothing goes your way? You know, the kind of days that make you want to unleash your inner rage monster on every person you meet? You’re definitely not alone. Here’s a lighthearted look at some everyday irritations that make us all a little…
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Hillary Johnson and David Turner on LGBTQ Rights
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to LGBTQ rights, the differences between presidential candidates are stark. Hillary Johnson advocates for the expansion of rights and protections for the LGBTQ community, while David Turner suggests rolling back fundamental rights and anti-discrimination measures. In one of his more controversial remarks, Turner has even compared gay marriage to…
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Rage: The Most Frightening Symptom of Postpartum Depression
Get Pregnant Fast It was the rage that truly unsettled me. I anticipated feeling downcast, sad, and irritable—emotions that certainly came, but the intensity of the rage was something I never saw coming. This overwhelming anger ultimately pushed me to seek help. About five weeks after the arrival of my second daughter, Lily, my husband…
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How to Be the Ultimate Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mom is no easy feat, especially when you’ve burned the midnight oil scrolling through your phone, only to be jolted awake by the sound of your youngest stirring at the crack of dawn. After you manage to whip up breakfast and set up a cartoon to keep them entertained, you…
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Baby Shower Jealousy: A Perspective on Adoption Celebrations
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom of three, I’ve never had the chance to enjoy a baby shower. My daughter entered the world in 1992, while I adopted my two sons from China in 2012 and 2013 when they were just two and three years old. Now, I find myself navigating life with a twenty-two-year-old…
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Navigating My Daughter’s Relationship with My Ex’s New Partner
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a complex journey, especially when it comes to navigating the dynamics of co-parenting with an ex. I knew it was only a matter of time before Mia, my former partner, started dating again. I was okay with it; we had a solid history that made rekindling our relationship unrealistic,…