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The Real Meanings Behind 10 Parenting Terms
Get Pregnant FastAs soon as I wrapped my head around the life-altering news of my pregnancy, my next instinct was to dive deep into the world of parenting jargon. I felt like I’d entered a whole new universe filled with…
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Settling Down While Yearning for Freedom: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant FastThroughout my life, I’ve moved from one place to another, driven by a continual quest for purpose. In the vibrant atmosphere of Seattle during the grunge movement, I embraced the music business with my hair streaked in shades…
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The Day I Discovered the Joy of Parenting Two Children
Get Pregnant FastWhen I welcomed my first child into the world, I found myself utterly captivated. I marveled at every tiny detail, from her delicate little toes to the sweet lullabies I sang to soothe her to sleep. It was…
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Keeping Mold Away from Baby’s Sippy Cups, Teethers, Bottles, and Toys
Get Pregnant FastMold can be a sneaky intruder in your baby’s sippy cups, bottles, teethers, and bath toys—especially when little ones love to explore with their mouths. To keep your baby safe, it’s essential to regularly inspect these items for…
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9 Fall-Inspired Recipes from the ‘Little House’ Series That Get Me Excited for Autumn
Get Pregnant FastAs soon as I hear phrases like “back to school” or “football season,” my mind shifts to the kitchen. While summer brings its share of culinary delights, it often lacks the cozy cooking sessions that fall and winter…
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WestJet’s Holiday Surprise: A Heartwarming Tale
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to airline experiences, most of us can agree that the only unanticipated gifts we’ve received from flights often include a pesky stomach bug or a lost suitcase. But WestJet turned this notion on its head…
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Say What? Nostalgic Phrases from the ’80s
Get Pregnant FastLast week, while I was at the gym, a young guy complimented me on my “cakes.” Not being fully in-tune with today’s slang, I was torn between feeling flattered and slightly offended. After checking in with my friend’s…
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How I Embraced the Myth of Santa Claus
Get Pregnant FastAs my family stands on the brink of a peculiar new reality, we are confronting the truth: Santa Claus is just a figment of imagination, and every present carefully wrapped beneath our tree comes from local shops or…
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When Do Babies Begin to Walk? Your Child’s First Steps
Get Pregnant FastHey there, parents! So, when can you expect your little one to take their first steps? It’s a thrilling milestone that marks the start of a whole new adventure. From cruising along furniture to finally taking that leap…
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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…