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Navigating Tweenhood: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Responsibility
Get Pregnant FastYou remember that moment all too well: you begged to take a quick stroll to the local ice cream shop with your younger sibling in the cozy beach town where we were vacationing. “I’m 12 now, Mom,” you…
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5 Essential Motherhood Mantras to Help You Through Challenges
Get Pregnant FastEvery mother knows that parenting can be a wild ride. Sure, having a full support crew and a little something to sip on would make things easier, but let’s get real. Life can throw us curveballs, and that’s…
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If You Nag Your Teen, Will She Become a More Successful Adult?
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the teenage years can be challenging, especially when it comes to expectations and motivation. A thought-provoking article once stated, “Nagging your daughter about her homework might not be her favorite thing, but it could pay off in…
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5 Essential Steps Before Welcoming My Second Child
Get Pregnant FastTransitioning from being a mother of one to a mother of two is stirring up a whirlwind of emotions for me. My son, Ethan, is seven, and our little family of three has enjoyed a beautiful seven years…
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A Note to My Children About Your Creative Endeavors
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: August 21, 2023 Originally Published: August 14, 2021Dear Kids,I adore each one of you—that’s a given. One of you, without naming names, has already outgrown my little game where I whisper “I have a secret” and follow…
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How Our Anniversary Has Evolved Over the Years
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: March 30, 2021Originally Published: September 25, 2016ShutterstockRecently, my partner and I celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary, and with each passing year, it feels increasingly like we’re beating the odds. Perhaps it’s our deep love for one another…
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15 Apologies I Wish My Toddler Would Offer
Get Pregnant FastParenting a toddler is like sharing your space with a tiny tornado—chaotic and unpredictable. As a mom to a spirited little one, I can honestly say that the apologies I’d love to hear from my child are probably…
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10 Insights I Wish My Toddlers Could Grasp
Get Pregnant FastLoving you is both effortless and challenging. My affection for you flows freely—I don’t have to exert myself to feel it. Yet, waking up at all hours, chasing you around, safeguarding your little life, and shaping your character?…
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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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Madge the Vag: Navigating Feminine Health with Confidence
Get Pregnant Fast From petroleum jelly to fruit, the conversation around what is safe for vaginal use can be confusing. Madge the Vag dives deep into this topic with insights from gynecologist Dr. Sarah Ellis. It’s essential to know what’s safe for your lady parts, so you can make informed choices about your health and…