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39 Reasons Why My Son Refuses to Eat Dinner
Get Pregnant FastIf you have a picky eater at home, you’re not alone! While my daughter is quite adventurous with food, my 4-year-old son presents a new excuse every evening to avoid eating dinner. It’s as if he’s a true…
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Crafting Lunches: A Parent’s Reality Check
Get Pregnant FastYesterday, while I was in the kitchen preparing sandwiches for lunch, my partner, Mark, strolled up behind me. “You don’t seem to be putting much heart into that,” he commented, as I spread jelly in a rather efficient,…
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How to Create a Cord Blood Bank Registry
Get Pregnant FastSo, you’ve learned about the advantages of banking your baby’s cord blood and are ready to take the next steps. But where should you start? No need to worry! Setting up a cord blood bank registry is straightforward…
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Should You Be Concerned About PFAS (aka ‘Forever Chemicals’) During Pregnancy?
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to having a healthy pregnancy, there are plenty of dos and don’ts that often fill our minds. (Daily walks? Absolutely! Sushi? Not so much!) But what about those pesky forever chemicals, known scientifically as PFAS?…
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11 Signs You’re Middle-Aged on a Beach Getaway
Get Pregnant FastRemember the carefree days of your twenties and thirties when beach vacations were filled with thrilling activities like snorkeling, surfing, and racing around on a WaveRunner? Nights were spent partying until the wee hours, with laughter over wild…
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The Night I Embraced My Newfound Independence
Get Pregnant FastRecently, I hosted a dinner party—something I used to do frequently when I was married. After my divorce, the thought of throwing a gathering felt intimidating, and I often found myself lamenting my single status. I felt adrift,…
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Having a Vaginal Birth
Get Pregnant FastAre you planning for a vaginal birth? Here’s a casual look at what you can anticipate before, during, and after this experience.What is a vaginal birth?A vaginal delivery occurs when a person gives birth through the vagina, typically…
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17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant FastDear Sons,As you grow into young men, I have countless lessons to share with you about life, strength, and respect—both for women and for yourselves. But today, I want to focus on some fundamental truths that, while not the most profound, will certainly make your lives easier as you navigate the world. Here’s…
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13 Thoughts Moms Have While at the Orthodontist
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, I find myself spending about an hour every couple of months at the orthodontist’s office. By my calculations, this will total around 72 hours by the time my third child completes their orthodontic journey. Despite the frequency of these visits, I can’t help but be plagued by the same…
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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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How Can I Feel So Lonely When I’m Surrounded by People?
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jamie Carter Updated: April 21, 2020 Originally Published: May 17, 2015 I’m feeling quite lonely. The other day, I confided in my brother, who is single, and he replied, “But you’re always around people. How can you be lonely?” It’s a question I’ve pondered countless times since becoming a parent.…
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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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It’s Not Just the Drinks; It’s the Age
Get Pregnant Fast Fast-forward a couple of decades—make that 25 years—and that third glass of wine during dinner can leave me feeling like I’ve been trampled by a herd of elephants the following morning. Sometimes it lingers for the entire day. The culprit isn’t a wild drinking spree akin to reality TV drama; it’s simply…
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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…