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No, My Child Can’t ‘Just Skip’ Naptime
Get Pregnant FastI found myself venting to a colleague about my toddler’s sleep habits. Just the night before, she had stayed up past 11 p.m., only to spring out of bed at 5 a.m. ready for her favorite show. “Maybe…
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WTF Kids?! You Need What, When?
Get Pregnant FastIsn’t it delightful when your child casually drops a bombshell about a school event you had zero clue about? Picture this: your little one breezes out the door in the morning and pipes up, “Hey, Mom, I have…
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Mastering the Art of Using a Urine Cup During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastPregnancy brings a myriad of challenges, and one of the most amusing yet frustrating has to be the art of collecting urine samples. If you think peeing in a cup while pregnant should be an Olympic sport, you’re…
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Florida Teens Arrested in Disturbing School Shooting Conspiracy, One Kept a “Terror Day” Journal
Get Pregnant FastThree teenagers were apprehended following a chilling incident at Coral Springs High School that involved a loaded firearm and a threatening social media post. One of the suspects, a 17-year-old named Alex Johnson, had in his possession a…
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Matching Holiday Pajamas: A Family Tradition
Get Pregnant FastEvery year, I make it a tradition to purchase the cutest matching holiday pajamas for my family. It’s a fun way to celebrate the season and create lasting memories. For anyone looking to do the same, I’ve found…
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McDreamy Is Gone, and We’re Still Reeling
Get Pregnant FastAs a devoted fan of the series from 2005 to 2011, I was completely out of the loop regarding the happenings at Seattle Grace after I stepped away. But boy, did this episode hit hard! The entire narrative…
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Remind Me Again: Why Don’t Girls Run the World?
Get Pregnant FastAs I watch my daughter, Lily, accidentally spill a cup of water on the kitchen floor, my partner, Jake, jokingly instructs her, “Lily, go grab a towel and clean that up.” Without hesitation, she jumps into action, carefully…
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Celebrating the ‘Lasts’: A Reflection on Life’s Unseen Endings
Get Pregnant FastIn our lives, we often find ourselves celebrating significant milestones—the first loves, first jobs, and those precious first steps our children take. These ‘firsts’ are cherished moments, often captured in photographs and commemorated on calendars. The anticipation that…
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What to Do When Your Baby Dislikes the Car Seat, Bouncer, or Stroller
Get Pregnant FastSo, you’ve heard from friends and family about how fantastic bouncers are, with their little ones happily cooing at toys while parents get a much-needed break. But when you place your baby in the bouncer, they cry as…
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Motherhood: A Journey of Uncertainty and Love
Get Pregnant FastMotherhood can be defined in countless ways, but for me, it’s about capturing the myriad emotions that come with loving your child. It’s an experience that can feel both monumental and minute, all at once. Every aspect of…
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- Goldilocks Will Not Be Joining Us for Future Playdates
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10 Topics to Avoid Complaining About This Holiday Season
home insemination syringeComplaining seems to have become a cultural norm, creeping in subtly until it transformed into a prevalent habit. We even find ourselves grumbling about positive experiences, attempting to present it as charmingly self-deprecating. Remarks about our children being “little terrors,” or lamenting the challenges of a comfortable home and demanding jobs have become…
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10 Witty Responses to Common Questions From In-Laws
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Reciprocal Advantages: Maximizing Your Travel Experience
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6 Reasons I’m Dreading Overnight Camp
home insemination syringe Two weeks ago, I placed my son Jake on a bus headed to an overnight camp for two months. To be completely honest, the choice to send him was not entirely voluntary, neither for him nor for us as parents. Initially, Jake was excited about the adventure, but as the departure approached,…
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Goldilocks Will Not Be Joining Us for Future Playdates
home insemination syringe In the realm of parenting, managing relationships with other families can be as intricate as navigating a medical procedure. When it comes to playdates, not every child meshes well with yours, much like finding the right fit for a home insemination kit. It’s essential to assess compatibility, as it can significantly impact…
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I Once Envisioned Single Motherhood to Be Like ‘Kate & Allie’
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Essential Items for Your Newborn: A Guide for New Parents
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A Mom of Daughters: Navigating the Journey of Parenting Girls
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Reflections on What Could Have Been: A Journey Through Parenthood
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A Letter to My Expecting, Child-Free Self
home insemination syringe Dear Inexperienced Observer, As your due date draws near, it’s clear that you’re fixating on a myriad of trivial concerns. I wish you could grasp that the vast majority of what troubles you now will be irrelevant in the grand scheme of things. Your priority should be to rest and recharge, sleeping…