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10 Phrases That Give Off a Chill Vibe… Even When You’re Not
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the ups and downs of motherhood often feels like a never-ending rollercoaster. If you find yourself spiraling into endless worries about everything from your child’s diet to their behavior, don’t fret! Here are ten phrases that will…
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10 Essential Guidelines for Dating a Divorced Dad
Get Pregnant FastNavigating a relationship with a divorced father can be a challenging yet rewarding experience. Having dated a single dad with three kids, I’ve learned valuable lessons—some the hard way. Here are ten guidelines to help you steer clear…
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Video Displays Ingenious Ways to Swear Without Actually Cursing
Get Pregnant FastA recent YouTube compilation offers clever alternatives to traditional curse words.We’ve all experienced those moments: someone cuts us off in traffic, we accidentally burn our hands while cooking, or a family member sends a particularly sharp text. It’s…
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Hang In There, Moms of Young Kids — It Truly Gets Easier
Get Pregnant FastMy youngest child—my third and only son—just celebrated his 8th birthday. Eight! It’s hard to fathom how quickly time flies, yet here we are. Kids grow up so fast, and with each passing year, they leave behind tiny…
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Why You Shouldn’t Tell a Nursing Mom to Cover Up: A Dad’s Hilarious Take
Get Pregnant FastIn a world where breastfeeding is still a controversial topic, one dad’s viral video sheds light on the absurdity of expecting mothers to cover up while nursing. Brock Adams, a fed-up father, decided to take a stand against…
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The Ultimate Guide to Childhood Pets and Their Drawbacks
Get Pregnant FastSo, it’s finally happened: your kid has asked for a pet. Is that a great moment? Let me cut to the chase: no, it’s not. When your child asks for a furry friend, what they’re really inquiring about…
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Reflections on Turning 49
Get Pregnant FastYesterday marked my 49th birthday, and it got me thinking about the life lessons I’ve gathered over the years. Reflecting on my journey from being a 29-year-old newlywed with a small child, I couldn’t have predicted the twists…
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The Thin Line Between Advocacy and Being a Jerk
Get Pregnant FastIn the world of parenting, I’ve always prided myself on being a fierce protector of my children—a “get-things-done” kind of mom, ready to unleash my inner lioness to shield my kids from harm. To me, this was the…
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Your 25th High School Reunion—Just Go
Get Pregnant FastCan you believe it’s been a quarter of a century since my biggest dilemma was whether my lab partner in chemistry had studied harder than I did, or if I had enough hairspray in my locker to survive…
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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…