Year: 2022
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How to Help Your Baby Latch After Bottle Feeding
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there! If you’re in a situation similar to what my friend Jenna shared, you’re probably feeling a bit stressed about getting your little one to latch after they’ve been bottle-fed. She mentioned having to use formula from those tiny bottles given in the hospital because her baby’s blood sugar was low,…
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The Double Standard in Parenting: A Reality Check
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent Facebook post, blogger Jenna Moore laid bare a frustrating truth that resonates with many parents: the glaring double standard in how society views the roles of mothers and fathers. It’s no secret that mothers often face harsh scrutiny while fathers receive praise for simply showing up. Jenna’s experience is…
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Capturing the Elusive Essence of Happiness
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Emily Harrison Reflects on Family, Healing, and Love
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The Hilarious Struggles of Parents on Twitter During Flu Season
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve hit the midpoint of flu season, and if you’ve somehow escaped the month of February without cleaning up any vomit, we commend you. Seriously, we’re envious. The reality is that kids are little germ factories this time of year, and that means a whole lot of sickness—not just for them, but…
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10 Reasons I Didn’t Pick Up the Call
Get Pregnant Fast I see the screen lighting up, feel the vibration in my pocket, and hear the ring-a-ling, but I’m hitting that decline button. Before you take it personally, let me share my top 10 reasons for not answering. I was mediating a fierce argument over a missing Lego piece. Trust me, you didn’t…
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An Open Letter to the Overwhelmed Mother in the Grocery Store
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I Cannot Shield My Daughter from Sexual Assault
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Is Parenthood Making You Feel Older?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the age-old question: Is parenthood accelerating the aging process? As the iconic Will Smith once said, “Parents just don’t understand.” Suddenly, the once trendy young adult morphs into a parent, and the transition can feel like a fast track to middle age. No trendy wardrobe, hip playlist, or clever quips can…
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What’s on Your College Student’s Agenda This Summer?
Get Pregnant Fast As summer rolls around, college students face a pivotal time to consider how they want to spend their break. While freshmen may not be overly concerned about how their summer activities will impact their future careers, as they progress through their academic journey, many begin to realize the importance of making strategic…