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Best Hair Dye Options for Expecting Moms
Get Pregnant FastThinking about coloring your hair during pregnancy? It’s a common concern for many moms-to-be. Many women choose to avoid hair dye altogether due to worries about the chemicals involved. However, if you’re eager to add some color, there…
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Your 1-Year-Old Toddler: Week 32 Update
When Your Little One Stages a Sleep ProtestGet Pregnant FastJust when you think you’ve got the bedtime routine under control, your toddler stages a sleep protest that leaves you feeling exasperated. You might be tempted to shout, “Seriously?!” But don’t…
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Hey, Dog Lovers! Discover the Secret to Off-Leash Freedom for Your Pup
Get Pregnant FastAre you a dog owner wondering how to enjoy the freedom of letting your furry friend roam off-leash without the worry of them running away? Well, we’ve stumbled upon a charming solution that might just change your outings…
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21 Things That Define Moms as Moms
Get Pregnant FastRecently, I stumbled upon a particularly memorable photo on my phone: a toothbrush that had seen better days, smeared with, shall we say, an unfortunate substance, with a half-eaten corn kernel wedged in the bristles. This delightful scene…
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How I Manage to Love My Ex-Husband Despite His Hostility
Get Pregnant FastRecently, my ex-husband sent me a sharp email stating, “I won’t waste another moment trying to explain anything to you.” This was his response to my straightforward inquiries about dividing our financial assets. As a financial advisor, this…
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To a Mother-in-Law Who Struggles to Let Go
Get Pregnant FastDear Mother-in-Law,I find myself a bit bewildered as I pen this letter. Given the countless tales of mothers-in-law pushing their daughters-in-law to conform to their expectations, how can I possibly voice my concerns about you?I understand that my…
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30 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Development, Symptoms & Signs
Get Pregnant FastHey there, mama! You’re now 30 weeks into your pregnancy, and your little one is growing like a weed—think of them as being about the size of a beet (leaves included)! With just 10 weeks to go, it’s…
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Tasty High-Protein Snacks for Expecting Moms in 2023
Get Pregnant FastDuring pregnancy, it’s crucial to maintain a healthy diet packed with essential nutrients. High-protein snacks can be a great way to keep your energy up and support both you and your growing baby. Here are some top picks…
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Oh, the Irony – Ashley Madison Users Deceived, With Almost No Women on the Site
Get Pregnant FastRecent revelations from the Ashley Madison data breach have cast a startling light on the site’s true nature. Analyzing the leaked information suggests that the numbers of actual women using the platform are astonishingly low. It’s almost laughable.…
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Trust Me, It Only Gets More Challenging
Get Pregnant FastParenting is an adventure, and there are numerous benefits to having children close in age. For starters, your little ones always have a built-in playmate. You don’t feel like you’re starting from scratch each time; you’re already in…
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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…