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Transforming One Decluttering Project into Twenty in 387 Manageable Steps
Get Pregnant FastAh, springtime—when the urge to declutter and reorganize hits with full force. As the season faded into summer, I found myself engulfed in activities like swim team obligations and various camps, all while promising my daughter, Emma, that…
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The Older I Get, The More I Resemble Maleficent During That Time of the Month
Get Pregnant FastAs I navigate the ups and downs of womanhood, I’ve come to realize something unsettling: the older I get, the more I channel my inner Maleficent during that dreaded time of the month. In my younger years, my…
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8 Iconic Movie Soundtracks from the ’80s That We Still Adore
Get Pregnant FastFor those of us who navigated our teenage years in the vibrant ’80s, the cinema was more than just a place to watch films; it was a sanctuary. The theaters became our social hubs, offering an affordable escape…
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“Bus Don’t Move” Parody: Laughing for a Purpose
Get Pregnant FastEvery year, over 100 children lose their lives while walking to school, and an alarming 25,000 sustain injuries. Shockingly, half of the 31 pedestrians who are tragically killed while boarding a bus are kids aged between five and…
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Why Giving Birth in the Ocean with Dolphins as Midwives is a Terrible Idea
Get Pregnant FastIn a rather unconventional approach to childbirth, a couple from Hawaii has decided to forgo traditional medical facilities in favor of a wild ocean birth accompanied by dolphins. While the idea may sound whimsical, it raises significant concerns…
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‘Downton Abbey’: A Time of Transformation
Get Pregnant FastIn this gripping episode of Downton Abbey, change is undeniably in the air. Rose’s mother, Clara, is uneasy about Atticus’s Jewish background and how their differing faiths might affect their future together. Simultaneously, Atticus’s father, Lord Hargrove, is…
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I Am Expecting, Not Defeated, Thank You Very Much
Get Pregnant FastHey there, world. Let me set the record straight. I am not ill, disabled, or broken.I am expecting a baby.I am not weak, needy, or overly dependent.I am expecting a baby.I am not ineffective, incapacitated, or incompetent.I AM…
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9 Times I Embodied Naïve Parenting
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: August 3, 2023 Originally Published: June 22, 2015Naïve Parenting operates on a simple principle: before each developmental milestone, you mistakenly believe that everything will be a breeze, setting yourself up with unrealistic expectations about the choices you’ll…
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Finally, A Refreshingly Honest and Hilarious Perspective on ‘Second Puberty’
Get Pregnant FastThe phenomenon of second puberty can often feel overwhelming, evoking a sense of dread. However, thanks to a brilliant video circulating online, we can find humor in the changes that come with aging, like the unexpected growth of…
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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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Confessions of a Not-So-Retired Baseball Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, baseball isn’t just a sport; it’s woven into the very fabric of our lives. When the time came for our daughter to step up to the plate, we knew she had some big expectations to meet. With two teenage brothers who have spent countless hours on the field, and…
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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…