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That Lactation Ice Cream You Heard About Probably Won’t Boost Your Milk Supply
Get Pregnant FastYou may have come across the buzz about a specific flavor from a well-known ice cream brand claiming to enhance milk production for breastfeeding moms. While indulging in a pint of ice cream sounds delightful, let’s don our…
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The Unspoken Realities of Pregnancy: What No One Warns You About
Get Pregnant FastPregnancy is often glamorized, but let’s be real—there are some truly annoying aspects that people rarely discuss. While it may seem like a lot of folks are griping about the experience, they’re only scratching the surface. The bizarre…
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Quiz: Assessing Your Fear of Feedback and Criticism
Get Pregnant FastTake a moment to evaluate how you typically respond to feedback by completing the quiz below. Afterward, don’t miss Dr. Mitchell’s insightful strategies for managing feedback like a pro.Receiving feedback is crucial for personal and professional growth, yet…
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Navigating Parenting Without a Support System on Challenging Days
Get Pregnant FastLast night was a true test of parenting resilience. With my partner away, our part-time nanny unavailable due to schedule changes, and my in-laws unable to reach us in time, I found myself alone with my three kids.…
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11-Year-Old Prodigy Offers Academic Assistance to College Peers
Get Pregnant FastIn an extraordinary twist of fate, a bright 11-year-old named Alex Porter has found himself attending college-level biology classes, and he’s not just sitting quietly in the back. Instead, he’s taking the initiative to offer help to his…
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Realizing I Was Expecting in the Yarn Section of Hobby Lobby
Get Pregnant FastIt was shaping up to be a rather uneventful day. October 4, 2012, dawned on a Friday, the start of Columbus Day weekend. My husband, Mark, had a half day off work, and we planned to enjoy lunch…
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The Evening Struggle That Is Homework
Get Pregnant FastA recent note from a second-grade teacher gained significant attention for a good reason. “This year, there will be no assigned homework,” she informed parents. “Instead, I encourage you to spend your evenings engaging in activities that support…
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Top Subscription Boxes for Little Ones in 2021
Get Pregnant FastHey friends! If you’re on the lookout for some fun and educational subscription boxes for your little ones, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s a roundup of some of the best options out there for babies, toddlers,…
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Opening My Heart to Those in Need This Christmas
Get Pregnant FastAmid the holiday hustle and bustle, I found myself caught in a sea of traffic while trying to enter the local Target. The familiar sounds of honking horns and impatient drivers filled the air, so I turned on…
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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…