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Finding the Right Power Pumping Schedule for You
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re considering power pumping, there are various strategies to seamlessly integrate it into your busy routine.What is the Optimal Power Pumping Schedule?Power pumping typically lasts about an hour, although you can adjust it to 30 minutes if…
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10 Celebrity Quotes We Can All Relate To
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to life, we all have those moments where we just need a little inspiration or a reminder that we’re not alone in our struggles. Some of the most relatable wisdom comes from celebrities who, despite…
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How Far I’ve Come: Reflections on Life and Acceptance
Get Pregnant FastThis morning, I found myself working out next to a younger version of myself. She was vibrant, athletic, and looked like she had just stepped off a magazine cover. You know the type—the girl with flawless skin and…
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20 Timeless Lessons My Father Shared With Me
Get Pregnant FastFather’s Day is a mix of joy and nostalgia for me. It’s a time when I reflect on the thirty years without my dad, yet it’s also a day filled with laughter and new memories with my own…
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Why Do You Have a Mustache? Insights from My Children
Get Pregnant FastWhat is it about kids that can instantly brighten even the gloomiest of days? With just a twinkle in their eyes, a spontaneous giggle, or an unexpected, “I love you, Mom,” they have a knack for making everything…
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The Top 5 Essential Reads for Parents of Teens: Insights from a Fellow Mom
Get Pregnant FastAs a mom who has navigated the tumultuous waters of parenting teenagers, I’ve discovered a handful of books that have provided invaluable guidance. Here are five standout titles that have helped me along the way: Healing the Fractured…
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Cannoli Chips and Dip: A Deliciously Simple Treat
Get Pregnant FastThis past weekend, while exploring a quaint Italian market, I stumbled upon a delightful twist on a classic dessert. Their cannoli machine had malfunctioned, leaving behind a surplus of broken shells. Instead of tossing them away, they cleverly…
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What I’m Adding to My Baby Registry the Second Time Around
Get Pregnant FastHey everyone! I’m Alex, a writer and mom to a spirited toddler named Mia. I’m currently expecting another little girl and am excited to dive into setting up my second baby registry. This time around, I’m equipped with…
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The Rewards of Volunteer Coaching: A Dad’s Perspective
Get Pregnant FastIt’s 7:30 AM, and you’re jolted awake by a pounding headache, not from last night’s escapades but from an obnoxious pop song that’s been stuck in your head since your daughter’s car ride. Welcome to Saturday, affectionately termed…
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9 Times Moms Deserve a Time-Out
Get Pregnant FastAs moms, we often find ourselves navigating through the chaos of parenting, and sometimes, it feels like we’re on the brink of losing our cool. Just like our little ones who might need a breather when faced with…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant FastI 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 hit…
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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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Confessions of a Not-So-Retired Baseball Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, baseball isn’t just a sport; it’s woven into the very fabric of our lives. When the time came for our daughter to step up to the plate, we knew she had some big expectations to meet. With two teenage brothers who have spent countless hours on the field, and…
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Rediscovering Myself Beyond Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast For the past eight years, my existence has been deeply intertwined with my two little ones. Almost everything I do revolves around them; after all, I wear the title of “Mommy.” The moment I saw those two pink lines was a highlight of my life; getting married and starting a family were…