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High-End Twinkies Are Out, Kale Is In, and It’s a Delightful Shift
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: Aug. 10, 2023 Originally Published: June 7, 2007There’s a certain magic to the way Twinkies remain soft and creamy for what seems like an eternity. But let’s be real—who has time to ponder the mysteries of processed…
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Buying Breast Milk Online: A Risky Choice for Your Baby
Get Pregnant FastLet’s address the elephant in the room: purchasing breast milk online from anonymous sources is not exactly the wisest decision. I mean, really—what could possibly go wrong with acquiring bodily fluids from a stranger on the internet?Safety ConcernsFirst…
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Your Sex Life Can Thrive Even in the Hectic Early Years of Parenting
Get Pregnant FastBy: Hannah J. Collins Updated: Dec. 29, 2023 Originally Published: Sep. 18, 2011We all promised we wouldn’t become “that couple,” the ones who let their intimate lives fade into the background while navigating the whirlwind of parenting diaper-clad…
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This Is Our Journey: Embracing Parenthood
Get Pregnant FastFor the past five years, my life has been a whirlwind of activity—an unending cycle of chaos and joy. After welcoming my incredible twins into the world, I quickly realized that my previous definition of “busy” was utterly…
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Using a Rebozo for Pregnancy, Labor, and Birth
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to experiencing comfort during pregnancy and childbirth, you might want to explore the benefits of using a traditional Mexican shawl known as a rebozo. This versatile piece of fabric not only provides support during labor…
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The Lunch-Packing Dilemma: A Reality Check for Busy Parents
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re trying to maintain the illusion of being a good parent, I suggest you stay away from searching “healthy school lunch ideas.” Your first result will likely lead you to some childless food enthusiasts over at a…
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5 Reasons My Toddler Needs to Be Potty Trained
Get Pregnant FastI can almost taste the sweet victory of potty training, and it’s got me feeling like a champion. While I may not have won any competitions, this particular goal feels like a victory in the making. Is this…
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Reflections on Grief and Normalcy: A Parent’s Journey
Get Pregnant FastIn the wake of tragic events, it’s common to feel as though the world around us will never be the same. I distinctly remember feeling that way after the events of September 11th. The notion that flags would…
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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…