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How Pregnancy Mirrors the State of Being Drunk
Get Pregnant FastI’ve experienced both pregnancy and intoxication—though thankfully not simultaneously (so take a breath). Surprisingly, these two conditions share quite a few similarities.Emotional RollercoasterPregnancy: You may not be crying all the time, but at some point, you might find…
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My First ‘This Hurts Me More Than It Hurts You’ Moment
Get Pregnant FastRecently, I took my 3-year-old daughter, Mia, on a shopping trip. I needed some new outfits, and I thought it would be a delightful opportunity for us to bond. Mia’s excitement transformed one of my least favorite activities…
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A Moment of Shock: Discovering I’m Expecting Baby Number Three
Get Pregnant FastSurprise! I’m expecting my third child. There, I’ve said it, and it feels surreal. My partner, Jake, and I hadn’t planned for another little one, but we hadn’t completely ruled it out either. I was still on the…
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Saturday Night Dining: A Tale of Solitude and Reflection
Get Pregnant FastOne unmistakable way to distinguish mothers from those who aren’t (without resorting to stretch marks as a gauge) is to observe their reactions in a restaurant setting. Picture this: You walk into a restaurant solo on a Saturday…
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12 Life Lessons from ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’
Get Pregnant FastRemember the wave of Hugh Grant films that swept through the ’90s? Well, it’s been over 20 years since Four Weddings and a Funeral graced our screens, and it remains a standout because of its wit and emotional…
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The Third Annual Thanksgiving Initiative: A Celebration of Community and Kindness
Get Pregnant FastThe Thanksgiving Initiative brings warmth, love, and a feast to families facing hardships, offering a reprieve from the daily struggles that often overshadow the holiday season. This project, which began as a heartfelt blog post in 2011, has…
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Understanding Your 1-Year-Old: Week 4 Menu for Parenting
Get Pregnant FastAs any parent knows, toddlers are unique little beings. Their unpredictable emotions and fluctuating preferences can make even the most composed parent feel a bit overwhelmed. It’s perfectly normal for your child to exhibit shyness or anxiety around…
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The Geology of Motherhood: Navigating Life’s Shifts
Get Pregnant FastReflecting back, I can’t pinpoint what made that chapter in my eighth-grade science textbook so intimidating. It was just a brief overview of plate tectonics, yet it left me feeling overwhelmed. I wasn’t afraid of the science itself—those…
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Navigating Life After Loss: Embracing New Beginnings
Get Pregnant FastLife is filled with moments that mark a clear division between “before” and “after.” One moment can change everything, thrusting you into a reality you never anticipated. For me, that moment was the loss of my nearly full-term…
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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…