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7 Things Moms Shouldn’t Feel Guilty About, Backed by Science
Get Pregnant FastMotherhood often comes hand-in-hand with guilt. Many moms find themselves questioning their choices and worrying about the impact of their decisions on their children. However, research shows that much of this guilt is unfounded. Here are seven things…
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20 Essential Life Lessons to Share With My Kids
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, there comes a time when you feel the urge to pass on invaluable wisdom to your children. They might not fully appreciate it now, but it’s important to lay down the foundations that will guide…
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Navigating Your Toddler’s Sippy Cup Journey: Week 12
Get Pregnant FastAs parents, one of the milestones we eagerly anticipate is teaching our little ones to sip from a cup. The transition to using a sippy cup can be a game-changer, making life a tad easier once your toddler…
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Listen to Your Sleep Training Friends – They’re on to Something
Get Pregnant FastExperts agree: earlier bedtimes contribute to healthier and happier kids. Parenting advice is everywhere, and I’m sure you’re overwhelmed by it all. But if you can bear with me for a moment, I want to share a nugget…
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Mom Develops App to Help Keep Teens Focused and Safe While Driving
Get Pregnant FastIn a world where smartphones are ubiquitous, a determined single mother of teenage daughters recognized the pressing need to safeguard her children from the dangers of distracted driving. Enter ParentGuard, an innovative app designed to help parents manage…
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What a Working Mom Wishes Her Partner Understood
Get Pregnant FastDear Partner,I want you to know how deeply I care for you. My love for you is unwavering, but I have to be honest — I’m exhausted. So utterly drained that even thinking about my fatigue requires too…
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Turns Out That Princess Culture Might Not Be So Innocent
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to Disney princesses, opinions vary widely. For many parents, these beloved characters symbolize enchantment and whimsy, but a recent study brings to light potential concerns surrounding the impact of “princess culture” on young girls. This…
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The Heartache of Special Needs Parenting
Get Pregnant FastI always imagined that we’d have more time — more time before the world began to notice my son’s unique qualities. I can anticipate the reactions from adults; I see those sympathetic smiles from older folks at the…
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Why Pregnant Women Don’t Need Your Size Commentary – So Just Don’t
Get Pregnant FastLet’s get real for a moment: if you find yourself telling a pregnant woman she looks “big,” it’s time to zip it. Seriously, no one wants to hear your unsolicited opinion about the size of her belly, especially…
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‘Jaws’ Makes a Splash in Theaters: 10 More Films We’d Love to Experience on the Big Screen
Get Pregnant FastThough I was too young to catch it during its original release, I was pleasantly surprised to discover just how gripping a film about sharks could be when I finally watched Jaws as an adult. From its thrilling…
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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…