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My Family is Deeply Engaged with My Menstrual Cycle, and I Have to Own It
Get Pregnant FastWhen my mother reached the age of 13 and got her period, my grandmother responded with a sharp slap to her face. My mom told me that this was a common reaction “back in the old country,” but…
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5 Stages of Pumpkin Picking with Kids
Get Pregnant FastAh, it’s that glorious season again, folks! Time to dust off those trusty red wagons and grab some cash for your pumpkin adventure. It’s officially pumpkin picking time, and if you’re anything like me, you know it’s a…
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24 Whoppers Parents Spin for Their Toddlers
Get Pregnant FastParenting is filled with creative storytelling, especially when it comes to navigating the unpredictable world of toddlers. Here are 24 little fibs that parents often tell their little ones, wrapped in a mix of humor and honesty. Big…
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Drivers Ignoring School Zone Safety: A Disturbing Trend That Should Infuriate You
Get Pregnant FastEvery day, an alarming average of 44 children are struck by vehicles while walking, many of them on their way to school. This statistic is nothing short of terrifying. What kind of individual jeopardizes the safety of kids…
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We Created a Holiday Called Giving Day – And It Didn’t Go as Planned
Get Pregnant FastThere’s something invigorating about the anticipation and joy that comes with a holiday. Yet, the planning, the chores, and the ever-present risk of unrealistic expectations can be overwhelming. This internal conflict is what I faced when my eldest…
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The Challenges Faced by the Introverted Mother
Get Pregnant FastRecently, I woke up with a determination to be fully engaged with my children for an entire day. I showed interest in every toy they brought to me, responded to their concerns about cartoon characters, and participated in…
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New Parent Anxiety: Navigating the Early Days of Parenthood
Get Pregnant FastWelcoming a new baby into your life can be a whirlwind of emotions, and it’s completely understandable to experience moments of panic as a new parent. Many new moms and dads find themselves oscillating between feelings of joy,…
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20 Reasons Why This Mom Is Opting for a Cozy Night In
Get Pregnant FastLet’s be honest, my 30s are a far cry from the thrill of my 20s. Sure, every day with kids brings a different kind of excitement—usually sticky! While my younger self might have reveled in a spontaneous mountain…
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50/50 Custody: A Reality, Not Just Luck
Get Pregnant Fast“Wow, you’re so lucky to have every other weekend free! I wish I could take a break from my kids; they’re driving me crazy!”I hear this from friends often—actually, it seems like all my friends are saying it.…
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8 Surprising Benefits of Food Allergies
Get Pregnant FastWhen my oldest son, Liam, was just ten months old, he experienced a severe allergic reaction to dairy hidden in his rice cereal. That emergency room visit marked the beginning of our journey into the world of food…
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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…