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5 Stages of Answering a Phone Call When You Have Kids
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, even the simplest tasks can quickly transform into chaotic scenarios. Dinner time becomes a battlefield of flying food, making the bed turns into an intense wrestling match, and bedtime is a test of endurance. But…
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The Most Important Lesson Learned After 16 Years of Marriage
Get Pregnant FastLife can get incredibly complex. My partner, James, and I have navigated the ups and downs of home life, job changes, and the joys and challenges of raising children. While my journey hasn’t been a battlefield, I often…
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Cut the Onesie Off and Other Permissions for New Moms
Get Pregnant FastAs new parents, we often find ourselves craving a bunch of things: uninterrupted sleep, hot showers, meals enjoyed with both hands, and a laundry situation that doesn’t resemble a Mount Everest of clothes. Did I mention sleep? As…
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My Son’s Challenge to Kindness: A Call to Action
Get Pregnant Fast“Mom, why can’t everyone just be kind?”This heartfelt question arose after a routine visit to the dentist for my son’s semi-annual checkup. Our family is fortunate to be surrounded by wonderful people, yet sometimes, we encounter those whose…
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5 Things I Tell My Kids Not to Do But I Secretly Do Myself
Get Pregnant FastAs parents, we aim to model good behavior for our children. They often mirror our actions rather than just listen to our words. However, there are times when we find ourselves slipping into habits we preach against. Yes,…
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False Lashes Could Be Impacting Your Eyesight
Get Pregnant FastLadies, those longer lashes might not be the beauty boon you think they are. Researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology have uncovered a surprising fact: the ideal lash length across various species, including humans and giraffes, is…
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Navigating the End of a Friendship with Your Bestie
Get Pregnant FastI’ve always been the type of person who cultivates various circles of female friendships—some are nearby, while others reside far away. I have friends from work, connections made through my children’s school, and a growing network of online…
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My ’80s Fashion Throwback
Get Pregnant FastRecently, while browsing through Nordstrom Rack, I stumbled upon a display of plastic sunglasses boasting square black lenses and vibrant neon temples. I turned to my friend and said, “There’s no need to buy these. I could probably…
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15 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Development, Symptoms & Signs
Get Pregnant FastAt 15 weeks pregnant, your little one is as big as a pear, measuring about 4 inches long and weighing in at around 2.5 ounces. This marks an exciting time as you’re now in the fourth month of…
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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…