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A Stressed Parent’s Guide to Wine Pairings
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the world of wine can feel like a daunting task, especially for those who are new to it. The vast selection, accompanied by a myriad of traditions and rules regarding service, storage, and food pairings, can leave…
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3 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Development, Symptoms & Signs
Get Pregnant FastCongratulations! You’re officially at 3 weeks pregnant, marking the start of your exciting journey into motherhood. While you may need to wait a few weeks to confirm your pregnancy with a test, the tiny cluster of cells that…
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Everything I Learned About Parenting Came from High School
Get Pregnant FastWhen I was a high school student, I enrolled in a Sociology class where we tackled two significant life events: marriage and parenting. We partnered up, planned a wedding, and created a mock ceremony complete with white gowns,…
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My Daughter’s Secret Life: What I Discovered Under My Roof
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, I don’t consider myself overly protective, yet I realize I’ve granted my children less freedom than I enjoyed in my own youth. I’ve often prioritized their academic achievements over real-life experiences, hoping they’d absorb lessons…
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The ‘Gilmore Girls’ Revival You’ve Always Dreamed Of Is Finally Here
Get Pregnant FastIf there was ever a flaw in Gilmore Girls, it was the fact that it had to end. But now, the powers that be at Netflix are fixing that unfortunate conclusion. Recently, a major announcement from TVLine revealed…
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6 Essential Tips for Second-Time Dads
Get Pregnant FastHey there, second-time dads (and those stepping into fatherhood for the third, fourth, or even fifth time)! Let’s get real: unlike royalty, your partner isn’t surrounded by a staff of caregivers to provide her with the postpartum pampering…
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Stokke Tripp Trapp Review: A Candid Take from One Mom
Get Pregnant FastWhen I was expecting my first child, I spent a lot of time debating which stroller and car seat to choose. However, selecting a high chair was an easy decision for my husband and me: the Stokke Tripp…
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When You Have to Bring Your Kids Along to the Gynecologist
Get Pregnant FastAfter my third C-section, I made the decision to undergo a tubal ligation. Let’s be honest—I’m not exactly the youngest mom on the block, and after three successful pregnancies that brought three healthy kids into the world, the…
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What I’ve Discovered About Infants and Sleep
Get Pregnant FastMy journey into the intriguing realm of babies and their sleep patterns began with my 3-year-old stepson. His early morning cheerfulness was nothing short of astonishing—cock-a-doodle-doo at sunrise felt like a cruel joke. I was determined that my…
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The Quest for the Ultimate Motherhood Experience
Get Pregnant FastWhen I welcomed my first child into the world 14 years ago, I was ready to embrace motherhood with open arms. I envisioned myself as the quintessential mom, planting my victory flag atop the mountain of parenting, reveling…
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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…