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20 Fantastic Advent Calendars for Preschoolers That Are Sure to Fly Off the Shelves
Get Pregnant FastHey there, holiday enthusiasts! If you’re on the hunt for the perfect Advent calendar to make your preschooler’s countdown to Christmas extra special, look no further. As a mom of two, I can assure you that the best…
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To My Strong-Willed Son: Together, We’ve Overcome
Get Pregnant FastI find myself watching my 3-year-old son, Oliver, as he throws a fit over the way I’ve cut his bagel. I was supposed to slice it into quarters, but somehow I managed to forget that minor detail. As…
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Blood Clots After Giving Birth: A Mother’s Life-Threatening Journey
Get Pregnant Fast“I don’t want any other mother to endure what I went through.” Those words echoed in my mind as I reflected on my harrowing experience just after giving birth to my son, Jake. It was a moment that…
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What Changed When I Stopped Hovering and Let My Kids Forge Their Own Paths
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: May 13, 2020Originally Published: March 8, 2016I’m a safety-conscious mom, perhaps even a bit of a control freak. On a skiing trip not too long ago, I consistently found myself being the last one back to the…
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An Apology to My Youngest Child: A Heartfelt Reflection
Get Pregnant FastDear Little One,As I cradled you in my arms today while you drifted off to sleep, I couldn’t help but feel overwhelmed with emotion. Your sweet, innocent scent, the softness of your curly hair against my cheek—it all…
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How Will My Kids Experience Love Without Handwritten Notes?
Get Pregnant FastWhen I look back on my teenage years, I can’t help but reminisce about the shoebox filled with notes that, unfortunately, vanished during a move 15 years ago. That box once held a treasure trove of heartfelt messages,…
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Shower Time: The Mom Perspective
Get Pregnant FastAs mothers, we surrender many of our previous indulgences, and that’s just part of the journey. Those peaceful Sundays in our pajamas, sipping coffee, and getting lost in a good book? Gone. The laid-back brunches filled with mimosas…
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Understanding Cervidil for Labor Induction: What You Should Know
Get Pregnant FastIf your labor needs to be induced, Cervidil might be a helpful option to soften your cervix. Here’s a comprehensive overview of this medication and what you can expect if it’s recommended for you.What is Cervidil?Cervidil is the…
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Sticker Charts: A Parenting Misstep?
Get Pregnant FastIn the latest chapter of “everything we do might ruin our children,” a recent article in The Atlantic takes a hard look at sticker charts and their role in contemporary parenting. Did you think they were just a…
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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…