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How Bold Boys and New Breasts Inspired Me to Listen to My Daughter More Effectively
Get Pregnant FastOn a seemingly ordinary day, I decided to leverage my “older kid” status, positioning myself in the midst of a playground scene while remaining inconspicuous. With my headphones on (playing nothing) and my eyes wide open, I observed…
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Why We Should Reassess Our Criticism of School Dress Codes
Get Pregnant FastLately, there’s been a lot of buzz about how school dress codes are overly stringent and discriminatory, particularly towards girls. While I agree that dress codes should be fair and balanced for all students, I think it’s time…
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Understanding Childhood Depression: A Hidden Struggle
Get Pregnant FastIt all started when I was in second grade. Suddenly, I found myself feeling isolated; the friends I thought I had seemed to vanish. I was in tears constantly, consumed by worries that seemed trivial to adults but…
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Channing Tatum Surprises Young Girl at Birthday Party, Moms Celebrate
Get Pregnant FastIn an unexpected twist of fate, actor Channing Tatum and his charming daughter, Lily, found themselves at a private birthday celebration at The Playhouse—a chic and upscale children’s play area reminiscent of a more sophisticated Chuck E. Cheese.…
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13 Reasons Why Weekends Don’t Exist for Moms
Get Pregnant FastAh, the weekend! A concept that once held promise and excitement. Before motherhood, Fridays signaled the start of two glorious days filled with friends, sleep-ins, and time to indulge in hobbies like reading, cleaning, cooking, and working out.…
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4 Insights Gained from My Son’s First Middle School Awards Ceremony
Get Pregnant FastBy: Amanda L. CarterI once thought that after seven years of school events, I’d mastered the art of parenting at these gatherings. I have a scar on my hand from gluing together 27 second-graders’ handprints for a holiday…
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The Universal Birthday Celebration: A Game-Changer for Parents
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re a parent with a child in elementary school, you’ve probably found yourself in the chaotic world of birthday parties. Between ages 3 to 5, I can guarantee that our weekends will be spent at venues like…
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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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FDA Issues New Warning: Parents, Avoid Homeopathic Teething Products
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent alert, the FDA has reiterated its stance against the use of homeopathic teething products for infants, particularly those made by Hyland’s. Despite the discontinuation of their teething tablets and gels, the company has not issued a recall, raising concerns among parents everywhere. Many of us, myself included, relied on…
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Mother’s Controversial Choice: Leaving Child Alone in Hotel Room Sparks Debate
Get Pregnant Fast Is parental paranoia at an all-time high? This question has surfaced after a British mother faced backlash for her decision to leave her sleeping baby unattended in their hotel room while she and her husband dined downstairs. In a candid article for a popular online publication, she recounted the night they placed…
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Mark Thompson Shares Heartwarming News of Baby Number Two with a Touching Ode to Siblings
Get Pregnant Fast In an exciting announcement, Mark Thompson revealed that his wife, Emma, is expecting their second child. When Mark first shared the news of Emma’s pregnancy with their first child, he opened up about their challenges with fertility, a post that resonated with countless families. Today, he joyfully declared that Emma is pregnant…
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Navigating Life with a Hyperactive Child: My Little Dynamo Never Stops Moving
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, my youngest son, Alex, helped me assemble a bathroom cabinet that seemed to have a million parts. Unlike me, he skips the instructions and dives right in. He unwraps everything, meticulously organizes the pieces (sorting is his thing), and then gets down to business. “We can figure this out, Mom,”…
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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…