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When Politicians Were Dull: A Hope for My Children
Parenting InsightsGet Pregnant FastGrowing up, my experience of politics was defined by a single president. From my perspective as a child in the ’80s, political life lacked any real suspense. I was only five when President Reagan took office, and…
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My Most Significant Parenting Misstep: A Battle I Still Face
Get Pregnant FastReflecting on my first year as a parent, I realize that my greatest mistake is one I still battle with today. I tend to be overly rigid and uptight. Honestly, I often feel as if I’m a tightly…
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Wrestling Kids into Pajamas: A Hilarious Parenting Reality Check
Get Pregnant FastAnyone who has ever tried to put kids to bed knows it can be a challenging circus act. A recent video featuring a mom, Sarah Miller, wrangling her four little ones into pajamas has taken the internet by…
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I Misplaced My Daughter at the Zoo—She’s Okay, But I’m Still Shaken
Get Pregnant FastApril 9, 2023It was one of those rare sunny days in the Pacific Northwest, so my family decided to visit the zoo. Naturally, it seemed like the entire city had the same idea, making the zoo quite the…
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7 Ways My Kids Successfully Get Their Way
Get Pregnant FastAs parents, we often think we have the upper hand, but our children are picking up on our vulnerabilities just as fast as we learn their behavior. It’s like we’ve entered a secret pact where they know exactly…
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33 Online Kids’ Stores That Will Empty Your Wallet
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to online shopping for kids, some stores fly under the radar, often due to their outrageous price tags. For instance, a onesie emblazoned with “cool as a cucumber” might set you back $25. And those…
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We Are Moms: A Tribute to the Journey of Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastWe are the women with weary eyes, busy households, and overflowing hearts. We are moms. This morning, when our little one left his favorite toy in the car, we paused our hectic schedules to fetch it for him.…
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February Birth Flowers: Violet and Primrose
Get Pregnant FastIn the chilly month of February, while the world outside may feel dreary, your little one’s birth flowers—the violet and primrose—bring a touch of brightness and joy. This time of year, often dubbed the “month of love,” is…
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The Case for Two Children
Get Pregnant FastIf I’m honest, there’s a small part of me that occasionally regrets not taking my doctor’s advice on getting a tubal ligation while I was on the operating table after my son was born. But in that moment,…
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- You Lose, NRA: Doctors Can Now Discuss Firearms with Patients
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- Mark Thompson Shares Heartwarming News of Baby Number Two with a Touching Ode to Siblings
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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…