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10 Essential Apps Every Mom Should Have
Get Pregnant FastAs a mom, juggling daily responsibilities can feel like a monumental task. Thankfully, technology has your back! Here’s a rundown of ten must-have apps designed to make your life just a little bit easier. Cozi Family Organizer This…
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4 Ways to Support Your Child During Their First Funeral Experience
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the world of loss can be especially challenging for children, particularly when they face their first funeral. As parents, it’s essential to guide them through this emotional journey with love and understanding. Here are four strategies to…
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Your 1-Year-Old Toddler: Week 33 Insights
Parenting Your One-Year-Old: A Guide to Teeth BrushingGet Pregnant FastIt’s a common misconception that toddlers, who seem to explore everything by putting it in their mouths, would be eager to brush their teeth. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. Those tiny…
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Big Girl, You’re Gorgeous Too: Don’t Let Anyone Tell You Otherwise
Get Pregnant FastLet’s be real—I’m not immune to the harsh whispers of the fashion world. Some days, I feel heavy, unattractive, and out of place. I think about how I should have put in an extra workout or skipped that…
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This Video Will Change Your Perspective on Communicating with Kids
Get Pregnant FastA thought-provoking video is igniting conversations about how adults communicate with children. The Atlanta Speech School’s release, titled “Every Opportunity,” highlights the significant impact that adult interactions can have on a child’s educational experience. While reactions to the…
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Crispy Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs: A Family Favorite
Get Pregnant FastLife can be chaotic, and right now, ours is no exception. My partner, Mark, is the head coach for a high school lacrosse team, which means that some evenings he doesn’t get home until well past 10:00 p.m.…
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His and Hers Timeout Chairs: Because Discipline Should Be Pink and Sparkly?
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to children’s products, we’ve already seen toys and even toothbrushes get the gendered treatment, but now it seems that discipline is also getting a color-coded makeover. Introducing: his and hers timeout chairs, ideal for parents…
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13 Essential Items for Potty Training Success
Get Pregnant FastPotty training can feel overwhelming, but having the right essentials can make the process much smoother. From training seats to helpful books, this list highlights must-haves that can help your little one say goodbye to diapers for good.…
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What the Marriage Equality Decision Means to Me
Get Pregnant FastI was overjoyed when I heard the Supreme Court’s ruling affirming marriage equality. That Friday morning, my children were with me, and their curiosity about my excitement couldn’t be ignored. I did my best to explain why this…
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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…