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Rachel Bloom Sends a Powerful Message to Working Moms: Demand More
Get Pregnant FastIn 2014, five of Rachel Bloom’s employees announced their pregnancies. Rather than fretting about how this would impact her business, she took a groundbreaking step: she created a nursery in her West Hollywood office. While many know of…
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Memorable Father’s Day Gifts That Dads, Husbands, and Uncles Adore
Get Pregnant FastFather’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re wondering what to get the special men in your life, look no further! Here are some thoughtful gifts that will surely leave a lasting impression. A Personalized Story…
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Should You Consider Taking Baby Aspirin During Pregnancy?
Get Pregnant FastHey there, future moms! If you’re expecting, you’ve probably been advised to steer clear of most pain relievers. However, there’s one exception that some moms-to-be, especially those facing high-risk pregnancies, might want to consider: low-dose aspirin, commonly known…
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Parenting Apps That Should Be Developed
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re a parent navigating the challenges of raising children in the digital age, you likely rely on various smartphone apps to ease the stress. From GPS tools for tracking your adventurous teen to apps that monitor your…
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5 Essential Challenges That Pre-Marital Classes Should Address
Get Pregnant FastAs a devoted Catholic, I found myself in a pre-marital counseling class alongside my husband, also a faithful Catholic. This class, traditionally led by a priest, felt a bit surreal—after all, while he may be married to Christ,…
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19 Reasons My Teenagers Should Show Me More Respect
Get Pregnant FastLiving with a house full of teenagers is no small feat. (Your positive thoughts and encouragement are greatly appreciated.) Teenagers tend to express their feelings toward their parents through eye rolls, exaggerated sighs, and the ever-dramatic “Oh my…
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To the Distracted Driver Who Forced Me Off the Road
Get Pregnant FastIt’s been several days since the accident that nearly altered my life forever. As I sit here, nursing my bruises and nursing a couple of cracked ribs, I can’t help but reflect on what could have been had…
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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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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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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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In Search of a BFF: A 30-Something Soccer Mom’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast As a 30-something soccer mom, I’m on the lookout for a new best friend to share this wild ride of motherhood with. If you’re a clean-freak CrossFitter, this probably isn’t the place for you. I’m all for healthy eating, but I believe in balance—let’s share a froyo at that adorable spot our…