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How a Reluctant Mom Found Herself with Pet Rats: A Cautionary Tale
Get Pregnant FastOne morning, while munching on his frozen waffle, my nine-year-old son, Max, declared, “I want a pet of my own.” I raised an eyebrow and gestured towards our designer puppy lounging in the corner, still sporting remnants of…
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8 Surefire Ways to Be the Most Unhelpful Parent to Your Teen
Get Pregnant FastParenting teens can often feel like navigating through a minefield. But if you’re looking to master the art of being the least effective parent possible, here are eight strategies that will ensure you achieve that goal.1. Ignore Their…
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25 Essential Lessons in Feminism for My Sons
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, I often reflect on the lessons I want to impart to my children. One of the most profound teachings I received came from my father about two decades ago. While washing the dishes together, he…
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Trump’s Late-Night Tweet Sparks Twitter Creativity
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The Illusion of Summer Vacation for Adults
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What Exactly Is a Hatchimal and Why Do Kids Seem to Want One So Badly?
Get Pregnant FastEvery holiday season seems to bring with it a new toy craze that leaves parents scrambling. From the iconic Cabbage Patch Kids to the ever-popular Beanie Babies, this time around, the spotlight is on Hatchimals. If you haven’t…
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The Most Challenging Aspect of Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastWhether you identify as a SAHM (Stay-at-Home Mom), WAHM (Work-at-Home Mom), WOHM (Work-Outside-the-Home Mom), or simply an INMNOM (In-Need-of-a-Mom’s-Night-Out Mom), one truth remains: motherhood is undeniably difficult.The daily grind of parenting can be utterly exhausting. Yet, it’s not…
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7 Essential Realities of Postpartum Life
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It’s National Give a Mom a Nap Day
Here’s the PlanGet Pregnant FastA family member or close friend needs to step in and take over all of a mom’s responsibilities, allowing her to retreat to her bedroom for a proper nap. This should be a full sleep session,…
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19 Genuine Pregnancy Tips for Expectant Dads
Get Pregnant FastWhen my partner was pregnant with our first child nearly a decade ago, I was inundated with advice about how to navigate life with a pregnant woman. While much of it was well-meaning, some of it fell flat,…
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
- Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
- If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
- My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
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The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
home insemination syringe Menu Lifestyle Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations by Lila Thompson Oct. 22, 2016 As October arrives, the vibrant hues of autumn foliage emerge, and corn mazes and haunted houses spring to life. You guessed it, it’s that time of year again! Just as the leaves shift their colors, America turns pink…
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
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My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
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We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
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Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
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It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
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Yes, There Are Excellent Bras for Larger Busts
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When You’ve Reached Your Limit
home insemination syringe Menu Parenting When You’ve Reached Your Limit by Caroline Miller Updated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: Aug. 25, 2016 My mother once walked out on us — raising her hands in frustration, turning her back, and leaving. We never blamed her; after all, we had pushed her to the edge. She returned…