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To My Firstborn: A Letter from Mom
Get Pregnant FastDear Child,Let’s start with a little heads-up: this might sound a touch sentimental. If you’re reading this now, I can imagine you rolling your eyes and shifting the topic to your favorite video games. But sometimes, a mother…
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Ask a Special Needs Parent
Get Pregnant FastHave you heard of my amazing friend, Lisa Thompson? She runs a blog called Love that Charlie, where she shares stories about her eight-year-old son, Charlie. Charlie is the big brother to Mia and is full of personality—playful,…
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15 Ways to Drive Moms of Young Kids Up the Wall
Get Pregnant FastIt’s no secret that motherhood is an incredibly challenging role, especially for those with young children. While the journey becomes easier as kids grow, new moms often find themselves knee-deep in diaper changes, sleepless nights, and the notorious…
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Pregnancy Brain: A Reality Check (And It Might Be Permanent)
Get Pregnant FastSo familiar, so true. Just the other day, I found myself with a pen and paper during a rare moment of quiet at work, trying to jot down some thoughts about my struggles with memory loss. And, surprise!…
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Understanding Brown Discharge During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastExperiencing brown discharge while pregnant can be unsettling for many women. However, it is often not a cause for alarm.What is Brown Discharge During Pregnancy?Brown discharge typically consists of older blood. When some blood in your uterus takes…
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The Son I Never Expected
Get Pregnant FastAs dawn breaks, my son hops into my bed, curling up against me in a cozy fetal position. I wrap my arm around him and breathe in his sweet baby scent, allowing myself to drift back into slumber.…
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Mom, I’m Afraid of First Grade
Get Pregnant FastWhen my child shared his anxiety about starting first grade, I found myself slipping into a reflexive response, drawing on my own past experiences. I, too, am the child of immigrants. A few years ago, I moved from…
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The Top Tummy Time Mats, Gyms, and Toys for 2025: A Review
Get Pregnant FastHey there, parents and soon-to-be parents! If you’re on the lookout for the best tummy time gear for your little one in 2025, you’re in the right place. Tummy time is super important for babies as it helps…
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How I Grew into a Better Stepmother
Get Pregnant FastWhen my stepson and stepdaughter arrived at my home, dragging along a suitcase filled with dirty laundry and sporting looks of confusion, it was clear they weren’t just visiting for a casual meal.In those long, tense moments, I…
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Washing Dishes Could Be Your Most Hazardous Task Today
The IncidentGet Pregnant FastLast winter, I suffered a serious thumb injury when I accidentally severed a tendon. It was a significant setback that required intricate surgery, during which there was a possibility that a tendon from my wrist would need…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant Fast I 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…
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Why Santa Will Always Be Part of Our Family Tradition
Get Pregnant Fast When I think back to my childhood, the figure of Santa Claus looms large in my family’s holiday celebrations. My parents truly embraced the enchantment of the season, going to great lengths to craft magical experiences for my two brothers and me. One of the highlights was an annual visit from Santa…
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From One Rage Cleaner to Another: Feels Good, Doesn’t It?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the infamous “rage clean.” You know the drill: one minute, everything is fine, and the next, you’re on your hands and knees, vacuuming up that random rock your child decided to bring inside—only to leave it on the floor for days. At first, it didn’t bother you, but now, seeing that…
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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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Navigating Swearing in Preschoolers: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast It was a typical afternoon, and my 4-year-old daughter, Mia, and I were enjoying a quiet moment in the bank drive-thru, eagerly discussing which flavor of lollipop she would get today. Just then, the dreaded moment arrived: the bank tube returned empty, containing nothing but a receipt. I took a deep breath…