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Hillary Clinton Represents Every Woman (Yes, Really)
Get Pregnant FastIn today’s world, many women find themselves balancing support for their partners’ aspirations with their own dreams. The narrative often involves taking a back seat, adopting a partner’s surname for societal recognition, altering personal appearance to fit expectations,…
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We Need a New Term for New Mothers
Get Pregnant FastDear Merriam-Webster Editors,I recently learned you added a whopping 150 new words to your dictionary. That’s a substantial number! I mean, it’s more words than some teenagers might use in a week. Among those words were “selfie” and…
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5 Essential Life Lessons from My Autistic Brother – Without Even Realizing It
Get Pregnant FastBy: Jessica LeeRecently, someone posed a thought-provoking question: how would my life differ if I didn’t have a brother with a disability? The truth is, it would be far less vibrant, less enlightening, and definitely less rewarding. For…
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School Is Back: 5 Solo Lunches I’m Enjoying
Get Pregnant FastFor the last dozen years, solitude has been a foreign concept to me. Between my children, pets, and my endlessly busy imagination, I’m rarely without company, whether it’s a small hand tugging at my shirt or a constant…
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Embracing the Transformative Journey of Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastEntering motherhood often feels like losing a piece of yourself, marking a significant transition in your life. Typically, rites of passage come with insights and tools to help you navigate your new responsibilities. However, when you become a…
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The Reality of Motherhood: A Journey Beyond Expectations
Get Pregnant FastDid you ever dream of being the ultimate eco-conscious mom? I certainly did, but life had a different roadmap in store for me.I’m a certified yoga instructor, a vegetarian, and I prioritize both my physical and mental health…
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26 Weeks Pregnant: Your Baby’s Growth and What to Expect
Get Pregnant FastAs you reach the 26-week mark in your pregnancy, you’re nearing the end of the second trimester and approaching the third! Your baby’s eyes may begin to open this week, and you might be experiencing challenges like pregnancy…
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Top Maternity Workout Attire: What Moms Recommend
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to staying active during pregnancy, having the right workout clothes can make all the difference. According to a community of new and expectant moms, the best maternity workout gear should provide comfort and support as…
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The Slap, Episode 7: Parenting Under Scrutiny
Get Pregnant FastIn the gripping seventh episode of The Slap, young Hugo embarks on his first day of school, but before lunchtime even rolls around, the principal reaches out to report an “extended tantrum.” Hugo finds himself in time out,…
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How Elvis Transformed Our Marriage
Get Pregnant FastFor months, I meticulously planned the day of our remarriage. I chose the flowers, the dress, the venue, and even the attendants. Everything was falling into place as we stood together, hand in hand, gazing into each other’s…
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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…