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Mom Shares Heartfelt Story of Car Seat That Protected Her Child in a Life-Threatening Accident
Get Pregnant FastIn a powerful and emotional recount, a mother from Illinois recently opened up about the harrowing experience she faced three weeks after surviving a rollover accident. Jamie Thompson was driving to work with her two-year-old son when she…
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Why I Finally Conquered My Fear of Riding a Bike at 35
Get Pregnant FastOn June 1, 2013—just ten days before my second child was set to arrive—I faced my long-time nemesis: the bicycle. After three decades of avoiding two wheels and nursing bruised knees and a battered ego, I finally learned…
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The Unstructured Summer: A Taste of Childhood Freedom or a Parenting Catastrophe?
Get Pregnant FastSummer is just around the corner, and as the school year winds down, I’m already contemplating the upcoming break. Living in a community brimming with diverse and budget-friendly summer activities—from swimming lessons to cooking classes and sports teams—has…
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The 5 Most Unpleasant Aspects of Childbirth
Get Pregnant FastLast week, while we parted ways with the changing table that had served us through three nurseries, I couldn’t help but notice the sparkle in the eyes of the couple taking it home. As my partner, Mark, shared…
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Motherhood Transforms Daily
Get Pregnant FastA few months back, I found myself loudly urging my kids to “hurry up!” as we scrambled to make it to their spring concert on time. All I wanted was to snag a good seat, and I was…
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10 Essential Items Every Mom Should Carry in Her Purse
Get Pregnant FastLet’s be real: wouldn’t it be nice to leave the house without dragging around a purse that feels like it weighs 10 pounds? But once you become a mom, it seems like you have to be prepared for…
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Kind-Hearted Woman Purchases an Entire Toy Store for a Heartwarming Cause
Get Pregnant FastIn a heartwarming gesture that reminds us of the true spirit of the holidays, a woman from New York named Linda Thompson transformed a struggling toy store into a beacon of hope for children in need. In the…
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Your Kids Can Call and Discover Santa’s Location This Christmas Eve
Get Pregnant FastAs we approach the magical night of Christmas, our little ones will be eagerly gazing out the window, hoping for a glimpse of Santa. Instead of letting them stare at the starry sky, we have a fun way…
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You Lose, NRA: Doctors Can Now Discuss Firearms with Patients
Get Pregnant FastIn a significant ruling, a federal appeals court has overturned parts of a Florida law that previously prohibited physicians from inquiring about firearm ownership among their patients. Understanding whether guns are present in a household is crucial for patient safety, and now, doctors can freely address this vital topic.According to The Trace, the…
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To My Youngest, The Sibling of a Special Needs Child: Important Lessons for You
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little One, Today marks your 4th birthday, and I find myself marveling at how quickly time flies. Watching you play and laugh with your friends fills my heart with indescribable joy. I want to take a moment to share some thoughts with you—thoughts that you may not fully understand right now,…
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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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I Am A Person of Faith, and the Religious Right Does NOT Represent Me
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s have an honest conversation, my friends. It’s time to clarify my stance once and for all. When I mention that I attend church, I can almost hear the thoughts racing through your mind. You might be questioning whether I align with the religious right—the small, yet influential group that claims the…
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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:…