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If You Don’t Have Kids, You Don’t Understand My Life
Parenting InsightsGet Pregnant FastBefore I became a parent, I thought I had parenting all figured out. Seriously, I was confident in my “knowledge.” I babysat throughout high school and worked with children as a pediatric nurse in a bustling hospital.…
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5 Reasons Why Men Over 40 Bring Their A-Game
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A Heartfelt Tribute to Diaper Wipes: My Most Cherished Essential
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10 Reasons Moms Just Aren’t Feeling It
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10 Careers Where My SAHM Experience Makes Me Overqualified
Get Pregnant FastBeing a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) is no walk in the park. In fact, my time managing the household has equipped me with skills that would make me overqualified for a variety of jobs. If I ever decide to…
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5 Surprising Emotions I Encountered as a Mother
Get Pregnant FastBy the time I reached 27, I believed I had a solid understanding of who I was. I was confident in my abilities, aware of my shortcomings, and maintained a comfortable balance in my life. Then, I welcomed…
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7 Reasons Why Target is the Ultimate Tantrum Zone for Parents
Get Pregnant FastWe’ve all been there: out and about, when suddenly, your toddler decides that it’s the perfect moment to unleash a full-blown tantrum. Whether at a grocery store, ice cream parlor, or pizzeria, my little one seems to target…
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Why Is the Maternal Mortality Rate Higher in the U.S.?
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re pregnant or hoping to be, you’ve probably heard a lot about the rising maternal mortality rate in the United States. It’s a serious topic, especially since the number of women dying from pregnancy-related complications has more…
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Navigating Divorce: Finding Strength in the Struggle
Get Pregnant FastBy: Sarah Thompson Updated: Aug. 26, 2023 Originally Published: Dec. 4, 2015The phrase “in the trenches” has often resonated with me during challenging times—whether it was managing college deadlines, navigating the complexities of my career, planning a wedding,…
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Navigating Life as a “Girl Mom”
Get Pregnant FastAs a proud mother of two little girls, I embrace my identity as a “girl mom.” Unless life throws us another curveball, this title is here to stay. I know quite a few “boy moms,” who proudly hold…
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- A Call to Hollywood: Respect Our ’80s Nostalgia
- Beverly Cleary: Celebrating a Century of Inspiring Young Readers
- How to Reduce Sibling Squabbles!
- Am I a Soccer Mom?
- Sharing the Joys of the ’80s with My Children
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A Call to Hollywood: Respect Our ’80s Nostalgia
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Beverly Cleary: Celebrating a Century of Inspiring Young Readers
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How to Reduce Sibling Squabbles!
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Am I a Soccer Mom?
Menu Parenting Am I a Soccer Mom? home insemination syringe Updated: July 9, 2020 Originally Published: May 12, 2005 One afternoon, while driving my 8-year-old to soccer practice, a realization struck me: I fit the mold of a soccer mom—a familiar stereotype of the suburban, middle-aged mother who often finds herself in the spotlight during…
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Sharing the Joys of the ’80s with My Children
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A Message From Our Founder
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Why Embracing 40 Can Be a Positive Experience
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7 Dream Careers Inspired by 80s Television Shows
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When to Introduce Solid Foods to Your Baby
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Navigating Your 40s: Embracing the Uncertainty of Life
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