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9 Awkward Moments New Parents Encounter
Get Pregnant FastThe moment you cradle your newborn in your arms, the world seems to pause. That first gaze, filled with wonder, is a fleeting glimpse of perfection. But as any seasoned parent will tell you, the blissful calm is…
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The Top Baby Booties for 2025 to Keep Your Little One’s Feet Cozy
Get Pregnant FastAs we step into 2025, it’s time to consider the best baby booties to ensure your little one stays warm and comfy. From snuggly fleece to cute designs, these booties are sure to make both parents and babies…
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Navigating Puberty Memories with My Tween Son
Get Pregnant FastAs the spring semester rolled in, my son’s school hosted a meeting focused on puberty. He was handed a booklet, shown a video, and given a thorough rundown on how this transformational phase would reshape his world. Sitting…
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10 Strategies to Avoid Harming Each Other in 28 Years of Marriage
Get Pregnant FastThis summer, we marked 28 years of wedded bliss. Yes, if you’re doing the math, that means we tied the knot in the ’80s—hence the oversized puffy sleeves on my wedding dress. Trust me, it was a trend!As…
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Navigating the Shift from Only-Child to Sibling Life: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant FastWhen my first son, Alex, was just four years old, he developed a fascination with marble mazes. He had an assortment of them: a sturdy wooden maze, a flimsy plastic one, and even a few hand-me-downs from friends.…
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How Much Does It Cost to Have a Baby?
Get Pregnant FastHey there, expecting parents! If you’re gearing up for a new addition to your family, you might be bracing yourself for some serious sticker shock when it comes to baby expenses. With the rising costs of everyday items,…
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My Child Requested a Week of ‘Mom Camp’
Get Pregnant FastMy eldest child has never been one to blend in with the crowd. She thrives on her own, comfortable in her solitude, and isn’t bothered by it at all. While she has a circle of friends and is…
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Embracing the Power of Music in Parenting
Get Pregnant FastAt just six years old, I found myself basking in the warm Southern California sun, transforming my living room into a stage as I belted out my own rendition of “Dance: Ten; Looks: Three” from A Chorus Line.…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant FastI 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 hit…
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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…