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13 Questions I Have About 13 Iconic ’80s Music Videos
Get Pregnant FastAh, the ‘80s! A time when music videos were an essential part of pop culture, and I spent my afternoons glued to the screen, munching on Pringles and sipping on Fresca. Those were the days before binge-watching became…
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Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Understanding Symptoms and Treatment
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re navigating the rollercoaster of pregnancy, you might be familiar with morning sickness—the nausea and vomiting that often comes in waves during the first trimester. However, if those waves turn into a relentless storm, you could be…
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Broadway Actor Stands Up for Mom Bringing Autistic Child to Show
Get Pregnant FastIn a heartfelt social media post, Broadway star Jason Lee recently shared his thoughts after an emotional matinee performance of “The Lion King.” Following a disruption caused by an autistic child, Lee felt compelled to speak out—not about…
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8 Best Baby Bathtubs and Bath Seats to Make Bath Time a Breeze
Get Pregnant FastHey friends! If you’re gearing up for bath time with your little one, you know it can be a bit of a challenge. But don’t worry, we’ve gathered some of the best baby bathtubs and bath seats for…
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5 Reasons Your Children May Need Therapy
Get Pregnant FastLet’s be real, parenting is a wild ride. It’s a journey filled with endless worries and uncertainties. In my quest to be the best mom, I’ve often found myself overwhelmed and anxious. So, I’ve come to a pivotal…
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BRCA Testing: A Journey I Undertook for My Daughters
Get Pregnant FastCancer has cast a long shadow over my family. Both of my grandmothers battled breast cancer, and I lost a great aunt to ovarian cancer. In recent years, my family has faced additional challenges with various aunts and…
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The Elf On The Shelf Now Comes With a Wardrobe
Get Pregnant FastThe Elf on the Shelf has taken things to a whole new level with its latest addition: a wardrobe collection aptly named “Claus Couture.” If you’re not rolling your eyes yet, you might want to reconsider your stance.…
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4 Insights Gained Through Adoption
Get Pregnant FastBy: Sarah ThompsonUpdated: July 20, 2020Originally Published: November 25, 2015When adoption is discussed on social media, you often encounter phrases like “born in my heart, not under it,” along with sentiments about being “chosen” or “blessed.” However, if…
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25 Signs You’re a Stay-at-Home Mom
Get Pregnant FastBeing a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) is a unique journey filled with endless surprises and challenges. If you’ve found yourself nodding along to these signs, you’re not alone! Most of your meals consist of what your little one didn’t…
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10 Indications Your Child Requires an Internet Intervention
Get Pregnant FastIn today’s digital age, keeping tabs on your child’s online habits can feel like an overwhelming task. The internet is a vast landscape filled with both enriching content and distracting rabbit holes. One moment, your child might be…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant Fast I won’t sugarcoat it—I’ve been yearning for my girl Ella this summer (yes, Ella Harper and I are on a first-name basis). At first, I thought it was a bit odd—maybe I was just trying to escape my mundane routine and dream of a more thrilling life like hers. But then it…
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Why Santa Will Always Be Part of Our Family Tradition
Get Pregnant Fast When I think back to my childhood, the figure of Santa Claus looms large in my family’s holiday celebrations. My parents truly embraced the enchantment of the season, going to great lengths to craft magical experiences for my two brothers and me. One of the highlights was an annual visit from Santa…
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From One Rage Cleaner to Another: Feels Good, Doesn’t It?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the infamous “rage clean.” You know the drill: one minute, everything is fine, and the next, you’re on your hands and knees, vacuuming up that random rock your child decided to bring inside—only to leave it on the floor for days. At first, it didn’t bother you, but now, seeing that…
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Navigating the Challenges of Parenting Spirited, Emotional, or Difficult Children
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be an incredible journey filled with joy, but for those raising spirited, emotional, or challenging children, it can often feel like an uphill battle. My first experience with this was when my daughter, Lily, now 20, was born. She was an exceptionally colicky baby, crying incessantly for nearly the first…
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17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Sons, As you grow into young men, I have countless lessons to share with you about life, strength, and respect—both for women and for yourselves. But today, I want to focus on some fundamental truths that, while not the most profound, will certainly make your lives easier as you navigate the…
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13 Thoughts Moms Have While at the Orthodontist
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, I find myself spending about an hour every couple of months at the orthodontist’s office. By my calculations, this will total around 72 hours by the time my third child completes their orthodontic journey. Despite the frequency of these visits, I can’t help but be plagued by the same…
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13 Essential Lessons About Money I Want to Share with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my kids on a trip to my grandmother’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the house she grew up in and the stories of her childhood antics, including dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store. But what struck them the most was the stark…
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Navigating Swearing in Preschoolers: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast It was a typical afternoon, and my 4-year-old daughter, Mia, and I were enjoying a quiet moment in the bank drive-thru, eagerly discussing which flavor of lollipop she would get today. Just then, the dreaded moment arrived: the bank tube returned empty, containing nothing but a receipt. I took a deep breath…