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10 Baby Essentials You Can Skip
Get Pregnant FastSo, you’ve just stepped into your local baby store for the first time, and an overly enthusiastic employee hands you a booklet filled with all the so-called “must-haves” for your soon-to-arrive little bundle of joy. Exciting, right? Or…
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Crafting a Mr. Onederful Birthday Celebration for Your Little One
Get Pregnant FastPrepare for a delightful celebration as you throw a “Mr. Onederful” birthday party for your one-year-old! This unique theme blends fun and elegance, making it a memorable occasion for both your child and guests. With elements like bowties,…
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7-Week-Old Baby: Milestones and Development
Get Pregnant FastIt’s hard to believe how quickly the time has passed! Your 7-week-old baby is starting to feel less like a newborn, and you’re likely adjusting to parenthood with more confidence. As you and your partner find some moments…
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20 Reasons My 2-Year-Old Had a Tough Day
Get Pregnant FastMy two-year-old looked up at me, a playful glint in his eyes, and said, “Mommy, I had a rough day.” I turned to his older sibling, who shrugged nonchalantly, as five-year-olds are wont to do when it comes…
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Eager to Boost Your Kids’ Nutritional Intake? Embrace the Role of Snack Provider
Get Pregnant Fast“I’m not your assistant,” my 6-year-old son proclaimed, arms crossed defiantly, as I asked him to relocate his stack of comic books from the kitchen table to his bedroom. After a firm reminder and a little coaxing, he…
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The Universal Reality of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast“Life can be quite challenging, can’t it?” my friend Jessica texted me last week.“Absolutely,” I replied.We were attempting to coordinate a get-together for the upcoming weekend, but as usual, our children’s activities, travel plans, and other commitments were…
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Enough With the “I Don’t Want Them Labeled” Mentality
Get Pregnant FastIf I had a dollar for every time I heard someone say, “I don’t want them labeled,” I could pay off my mortgage and still have enough left for a brand new car. Let’s have an honest chat…
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Generation X’s Parenting Dilemma
Get Pregnant FastDo you remember what it was like to be a kid? We wore our house keys around our necks, almost like badges of honor, and we walked home from school solo, letting ourselves in while our parents were…
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Is Your Home Protected From the Hidden Danger?
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: April 9, 2015Last spring, I had a morning much like any other. I dropped my kids off at school, and while I can’t recall the exact time, I remember returning home to…
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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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Rediscovering Myself Beyond Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast For the past eight years, my existence has been deeply intertwined with my two little ones. Almost everything I do revolves around them; after all, I wear the title of “Mommy.” The moment I saw those two pink lines was a highlight of my life; getting married and starting a family were…
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The Wisdom Passed Down From My Mother
Get Pregnant Fast My mother recently celebrated her 80th birthday. She defies the stereotypes of what someone at that age is supposed to look or act like. Florence Henderson is 80. Cicely Tyson is 80. Willie Nelson, Barbara Feldon, Joan Rivers — all 80. It’s hard for me to grasp that these icons are that…
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What to Anticipate on Your First Day at Home with Baby
Get Pregnant Fast Start your morning with a delightful breakfast in bed, courtesy of the hospital cafeteria. The caring nurses will bring your little one to you, allowing for some precious bonding time. Soon after, the doctor delivers the exciting news: it’s time to go home! Cue the panic. You suddenly remember that the car…
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How Can I Feel So Lonely When I’m Surrounded by People?
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jamie Carter Updated: April 21, 2020 Originally Published: May 17, 2015 I’m feeling quite lonely. The other day, I confided in my brother, who is single, and he replied, “But you’re always around people. How can you be lonely?” It’s a question I’ve pondered countless times since becoming a parent.…
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30 Everyday Annoyances That Drive Us All Crazy
Get Pregnant Fast Ever have those frustrating days when it feels like nothing goes your way? You know, the kind of days that make you want to unleash your inner rage monster on every person you meet? You’re definitely not alone. Here’s a lighthearted look at some everyday irritations that make us all a little…