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This Frustrated Mom on Splash Mountain Perfectly Captures the Theme Park Struggle
Get Pregnant FastAh, the classic theme park experience. You save diligently for weeks, excited to treat the family to a day of joy and adventure, only to find yourself an hour in, contemplating a life of solitude on a remote…
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Marriage is About Long Enough Coexistence to Get Annoyed by the Smallest Details
Get Pregnant FastBy: Jamie CollinsUpdated: June 25, 2021Originally Published: Feb. 17, 2017My spouse, Alex, and I were at a community gathering, sitting towards the back, engaging in a lighthearted Facebook quiz. It was a series of questions circulating for Valentine’s…
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Closing a Sad Chapter in My Mother’s Life and Discovering a Rainbow
Get Pregnant FastDespite my mother being a meticulous organizer and a habitual declutterer, there was still a mountain of work ahead of me. When my parents purchased their home 15 years earlier, it was a stunning builder’s model, beautifully decorated…
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This Innovative App Will Pack and Ship Your Luggage for You
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Mom Claps Back at Formula Shamer: ‘Fed Is Best’
Get Pregnant FastIn a powerful response that has resonated with many, a mother has bravely addressed a woman who criticized her for using formula. This situation highlights the ongoing struggle mothers face, whether they choose to breastfeed or use formula.…
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When You Can’t Find the Right Words for a Loved One with Cancer, Just Be There
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You Don’t Need to Conform to the Gratitude Pressure
Get Pregnant FastAs we step into November, a familiar wave of gratitude promotion washes over us. It seems like everyone, from major media outlets to well-known personalities, is urging us to reflect on our blessings. And let’s be honest—who has…
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This Is The Stuff My Preschooler Wants to Talk About at 4 A.M.
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to sleepless nights, parents seem to have a lot to say. “Oh, Charlie is the worst. He’s nearly 3, and he still wakes up at least twice a night! I can hardly function. I haven’t…
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Can Your Children Inherit Your Cultural DNA?
Get Pregnant FastI often ponder how children from different backgrounds experienced their formative years in the 1970s and ’80s. My own childhood was steeped in Cuban culture, filled with the sounds of celebrated comedian Álvarez Guedes and vibrant salsa music,…
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I Don’t Want to be My Daughter’s Bestie: Embracing the Role of a Mother
Get Pregnant FastThe moment has arrived. I’ve come to terms with the fact that I will never fit the mold of a “cool mom,” and honestly, that’s perfectly fine with me.Think back to your own teenage years for a second.…
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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…