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The Parenting Solidarity Pact
Get Pregnant FastDear Fellow Parents,As I navigate the wild world of parenting, I’ve realized that our journey becomes significantly smoother when we operate in harmony, especially in front of our children. While it’s important for our kids to understand that…
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Nurse Asks Breastfeeding Mom to Leave for “Her Own Dignity”
Get Pregnant FastIn a baffling encounter at a UK hospital, a nursing mother faced unnecessary shaming from a hospital nurse while visiting a loved one. Jessica Taylor, who was there to support her grandmother after eye surgery, found herself confronted…
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Gwyneth Paltrow’s Struggles with Preteen Fashion: A Reflection of Every Mom’s Concerns
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to raising preteens, even celebrities experience the same worries that many mothers face. Gwyneth Paltrow, the Oscar-winning actress and wellness entrepreneur, recently shared her concerns regarding her daughter, Emma’s, wardrobe choices and makeup habits.Speaking at…
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My Memory Storage Is Full: Some Files Are Being Deleted
Get Pregnant FastBy: Rachel Thompson Updated: Dec. 18, 2015 Originally Published: Aug. 7, 2015As I age, I’ve come to accept the reality that my memory might start to fade, but I never anticipated it would happen so rapidly. When those…
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A Calendar Featuring Striking Firefighters and Adorable Puppies? Count Me In!
Get Pregnant FastIs there anything more delightful than a calendar filled with rugged firefighters cradling cute puppies? If that thought just made your heart flutter, you’re not alone. This unique calendar, which showcases irresistibly handsome, muscular firefighters in various poses…
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10 Netflix Shows Perfect for National Repeat Day
Get Pregnant FastAs National Repeat Day rolls around, it’s the ideal time to dive into some of Netflix’s finest offerings. Whether you’re in the mood for comedy, drama, or a little bit of everything, here’s a list of ten shows…
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Hiring a Parental Leave Consultant Was the Best $300 I Ever Spent
Get Pregnant FastWhen I discovered I was expecting earlier this year, I turned to my coworker and close friend, Jane, who had recently welcomed her baby. Her most valuable advice was to get my maternity leave paperwork organized immediately, sharing…
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Shocking Truth: Smoking in Cars with Children Remains Legal in Most States
Get Pregnant FastDid you know that only a handful of states—just eight, including Puerto Rico—have laws prohibiting smoking in vehicles when children are present? This statistic is both staggering and alarming, especially considering it’s 2023. Fortunately, Virginia is on the…
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My Child Is A Rule-Breaker, But Perhaps That’s A Blessing in Disguise
Get Pregnant FastAs a new mom, I found myself dreading those Mommy and Me classes. It wasn’t the overly enthusiastic instructor or the childish games that irked me. No, it was circle time that sent me over the edge, ultimately…
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- As a Nation, We Must Reframe Our Perspective Now
- Motherhood: The Unvarnished Truth
- The Hidden Sisterhood of Miscarriage
- The 7 Stages of Breaking Up with Coffee as a Parent
- Dad Pranks School with Vacation Snap to Justify Teen’s Absence
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Motherhood: The Unvarnished Truth
Get Pregnant Fast This morning, I completely lost it. After getting the kids ready for school—dressed, fed, teeth brushed, and backpacks in tow—I turned on the TV. I have a strict rule about which channels they can watch. There’s so much garbage out there—shows aimed at teens and preteens that feature kids hurling insults like…
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The Hidden Sisterhood of Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast Miscarriage — it’s a term shrouded in silence, isn’t it? A word often kept to ourselves or whispered among trusted friends, even though nearly one in four women will experience it. If you go through a miscarriage, you find yourself in an unspoken sisterhood that few outsiders dare to discuss and that…
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The 7 Stages of Breaking Up with Coffee as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Coffee has earned its place alongside the essentials of parenting, right up there with extra diapers. In those early morning hours, many parents might even regard it as more valuable than their own children. But what happens when you decide to break up with this beloved brown brew, whether for health reasons…
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Dad Pranks School with Vacation Snap to Justify Teen’s Absence
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting, creativity can sometimes take center stage, especially when it comes to school attendance. One father in the UK, Mark Thompson, recently showcased his ingenuity by using a vacation photo to explain his 15-year-old son Alex’s absence from school. Mark, along with his partner, Lisa, operates a travel…
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Why Do Kids Hear Their Mom’s Voice But Still Manage to Tune Us Out?
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, moms often seem to possess extraordinary abilities. We can sense when our children are lying, feeling unwell, or simply in need of some attention with just a glance. Interestingly, research shows that kids are biologically wired to recognize their mothers’ voices more readily than anyone else’s. So…
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Why I’d Pass on a Mommy Makeover
Get Pregnant Fast I used to be a big fan of the show What Not to Wear that aired on TLC. You might still catch it in reruns. I was always intrigued by the suspense leading up to the big reveal and became somewhat of an expert on what clothing suits various body types (hint:…
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The Importance of Changing Tables in Public Restrooms – Let’s Get It Together, Businesses!
Get Pregnant Fast Every public restroom should feature a changing table. We’ve all experienced that frustrating moment when you’re out shopping or dining, and suddenly your baby needs a diaper change. You rush to the restroom only to find—gasp—no changing table in sight. What’s your next move? You could resort to changing your baby in…
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Why My Joys Have Become Simpler
Get Pregnant Fast “I’m actually looking forward to our time in the car,” I told my 6-year-old son, Max. “Me too!” he exclaimed as we gathered our things. Car-time has become a cherished ritual in our home. After months of trying to fill the gaps while my oldest was at gymnastics, we’ve realized that simply…