Month: July 2022
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We’re All Just Trying Our Best as Parents (Yes, Even You)
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the journey of parenthood can feel like a constant balancing act. Take my 1-year-old, for instance. Just two months ago, she took her first steps, and while she was excited about walking for a brief moment, she quickly transitioned to running full-speed, arms flailing, and a joyful scream reminiscent of E.T.…
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Adorable Kitchen Essentials You Didn’t Realize You Needed Until Now
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real—cluttered countertops can be a total buzzkill, but when it comes to quirky kitchen gadgets, I’m all in. From charming mugs with clever quotes to delightful dish towels, I find it hard to resist adding more to my collection. Take these bamboo utensils, for instance; they’ve quickly become my go-to…
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A Teddy Bear, A Nosy Stranger, and Unexpected Kindness
Get Pregnant Fast That teddy bear was almost the downfall of my morning. Nestled prominently at the entrance of Old Navy, it sported a charming blue scarf and seemed to call out for cuddles. It was nearly the same size as my 2-year-old daughter, which meant there was no way she could resist its allure.…
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What Happens When a 40-Something Dad Attempts to Embrace GOOP Like Gwyneth?
Get Pregnant Fast What do I have in common with Gwyneth Paltrow? Well, apparently, we’re both fans of the delightful sensation that comes from a mouthful of hard coconut oil. Yes, the GOOP queen recommends oil pulling, and I’m ready to give it a go. This trendy practice of swishing oil in your mouth for…
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Ease Up On the Criticism and Support Fellow Moms
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, while out shopping with my son, I experienced a rather uncomfortable moment when a stranger felt compelled to critique my parenting choices. In an effort to stave off a potential meltdown, I allowed my two-year-old to carry around a sizable teddy bear. However, when I attempted to return…
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Baby Photo with Wild Deer: Have Newborn Portraits Gone Too Far?
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, newborn photography has taken a turn towards the extravagant, but a recent viral photo featuring a wild deer might suggest we’re pushing the envelope a bit too far. During a photo shoot of a one-month-old at Harmony Creek Park in Louisiana, photographer Lisa Marlow captured a moment that has…
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What’s Included in the Amazon Baby Registry Welcome Box?
Get Pregnant Fast As someone who is expecting for the first time, the anticipation of setting up my baby registry was thrilling. It not only provided a fantastic distraction from the discomforts of early pregnancy, but also made the journey into parenthood feel incredibly real. With Amazon being such a convenient platform for shopping, it…