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What My Mother Taught Me About Keeping Family Bonds Strong
Get Pregnant FastWhen my mother was just nine years old, her own mother left the family. My grandfather, whom I affectionately called “Gramps,” was left to navigate the challenges of raising two daughters on a piano player’s modest income. There…
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A Letter to My Younger Self
Get Pregnant FastDear Younger Me,You might not recognize the person I’ve become—these fine lines around my eyes tell tales of countless smiles, and my body has changed as I embraced the journey of motherhood after raising five wonderful children. Each…
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Downton Abbey: Poor Edith, Bound for Spinsterhood
Get Pregnant FastIn a move that shocks the Drewe household, Edith makes the heart-wrenching decision to take her daughter, Marigold, and escape to London. One can’t help but wonder if this change of scenery will rejuvenate the perpetually gloomy Edith.…
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Navigating Holiday Travel: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant FastFor college students returning home for the holiday season, the travel experience can often feel like an ordeal. Parents can find it equally daunting. After years of basking in California’s mild climate, the thought of winter travel fills…
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10 Dermatologist-Recommended Solutions for Relieving Itchy Skin During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastHey there, expecting moms! If you’re dealing with that annoying itchy skin during pregnancy, you’re not alone. It’s a common issue, but luckily, there are some fantastic products that can help soothe your skin. Let’s dive into some…
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Amy Johnson Says All Sex Is a Riot…And She’s Ready to Discuss It
Get Pregnant FastGet ready for a wild ride, because the new film featuring Amy Johnson, titled “Love Gone Wild,” hits theaters this weekend. Teaming up with director Mike Anderson, who’s known for his comedic genius, the movie follows a free-spirited…
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10 Family-Friendly Activities in Santa Cruz
Get Pregnant FastOne of the remarkable aspects of the San Francisco Bay Area is its close proximity to Santa Cruz—a delightful destination where you can witness surfers riding the waves, butterflies fluttering, and even whales migrating. With its stunning scenery…
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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…