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Experiencing Live Music in Your 40s: The Bittersweet Truth
Get Pregnant FastAs I navigate through my 40s, I find myself compelled to deliver a message to those younger than me—particularly the Generation X crowd. Born in the early years of this demographic wave, I now inhabit a phase of…
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The Whoppers We Tell Our Kids: A Parent’s Confession
Get Pregnant FastAs parents, instilling honesty in our children is as fundamental as teaching them to walk, talk, and master the intricacies of the bathroom. Nobody appreciates a fibber, and we all know what happens when they do – their…
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Anti-Vaxxer Shocked That CPS Disapproves of Her Chickenpox Gatherings
Get Pregnant FastIn yet another case highlighting the perils of the anti-vaccine movement, a Texas mother, Sarah Greene, recently faced scrutiny from Child Protective Services (CPS) after reports surfaced regarding her “chickenpox parties.” These gatherings are intended for unvaccinated children…
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Lessons in Friendship: Insights from Life’s Journey
Get Pregnant FastI first forged a genuine friendship when I was just three years old, following my family’s move from Philadelphia to the tranquil hills of Pennsylvania’s Appalachian Mountains. One of my earliest memories is of sprinting down our long,…
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From Nerdy to Stylish: Apple’s New Fashion Advisory for Customers
Get Pregnant FastIn a surprising twist, Apple is now training its retail staff to offer customers fashion advice, as reported by a tech news outlet. Yes, you read that right! This initiative is part of the anticipated Apple Watch launch,…
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The Lactation Hotline Experience: A Midnight Misadventure
Get Pregnant FastJust a few days after bringing my daughter Lily home from the hospital, I found myself barricaded in the bathroom at 1:30 AM, desperately trying to keep the noise down so I wouldn’t wake my husband. Tears streamed…
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Essential Tips Before Purchasing Baby Gear
Get Pregnant FastHey there, future parents! As you prepare for your little one, shopping for baby gear can be both exciting and overwhelming. Trust me, it’s easy to get carried away with all those cute items and gadgets. But wait!…
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Hurry Up, It’s Time for Mermaid School!
Get Pregnant FastImagine the sheer delight of an 8-year-old girl: instead of the usual, mundane swim lessons at the local community center, she gets the chance to glide through the water like a mermaid, adorned with vibrant, sparkly neoprene tails.…
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Week 17 Menu for Your 1-Year-Old Toddler: Parenting Tips
Get Pregnant FastAs your little one embarks on their 17th week of being one year old, you’ll notice them testing their physical boundaries more than ever. This month, expect to see your toddler attempting to carry a pile of toys…
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10 Ways Motherhood Has Turned Me into a Rock Star
Get Pregnant FastAs a young girl in the vibrant 80s, I dreamed of becoming a punk rocker with pink hair and starry earrings, living a life filled with glamour. Fast forward to today, and while I might not be a…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant Fast I won’t sugarcoat it—I’ve been yearning for my girl Ella this summer (yes, Ella Harper and I are on a first-name basis). At first, I thought it was a bit odd—maybe I was just trying to escape my mundane routine and dream of a more thrilling life like hers. But then it…
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Why Santa Will Always Be Part of Our Family Tradition
Get Pregnant Fast When I think back to my childhood, the figure of Santa Claus looms large in my family’s holiday celebrations. My parents truly embraced the enchantment of the season, going to great lengths to craft magical experiences for my two brothers and me. One of the highlights was an annual visit from Santa…
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From One Rage Cleaner to Another: Feels Good, Doesn’t It?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the infamous “rage clean.” You know the drill: one minute, everything is fine, and the next, you’re on your hands and knees, vacuuming up that random rock your child decided to bring inside—only to leave it on the floor for days. At first, it didn’t bother you, but now, seeing that…
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Navigating the Challenges of Parenting Spirited, Emotional, or Difficult Children
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be an incredible journey filled with joy, but for those raising spirited, emotional, or challenging children, it can often feel like an uphill battle. My first experience with this was when my daughter, Lily, now 20, was born. She was an exceptionally colicky baby, crying incessantly for nearly the first…
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17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Dear 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…
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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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13 Essential Lessons About Money I Want to Share with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my kids on a trip to my grandmother’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the house she grew up in and the stories of her childhood antics, including dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store. But what struck them the most was the stark…
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Navigating Swearing in Preschoolers: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast It was a typical afternoon, and my 4-year-old daughter, Mia, and I were enjoying a quiet moment in the bank drive-thru, eagerly discussing which flavor of lollipop she would get today. Just then, the dreaded moment arrived: the bank tube returned empty, containing nothing but a receipt. I took a deep breath…