Month: July 2022
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15 Notable Differences Between Your First and Second Child
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the joys of parenting! If you’ve had the experience of welcoming a second child into your family, you might find that the journey with your second is quite different from that with your first. Here are 15 key distinctions that many parents notice. Celebration First Child: When expecting our first, the…
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5 Times Moms Might Accelerate a Bit Too Much
Get Pregnant Fast I like to think of myself as a law-abiding citizen, most of the time at least. Sure, I might have removed a tag that said “DO NOT REMOVE UNDER PENALTY OF LAW” off a pillow (that’s fine if you own it, right?), but I’m certainly not one to engage in any serious…
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I’m the Mom Who’s Constantly on the Edge of a Breakdown
Get Pregnant Fast I think I nearly had a meltdown today. Some may say I’m being dramatic; that this is just part of the parenting journey. But here’s the thing—I’m uniquely me. I adore my son, yet there are moments when I wish I could press pause on motherhood. That’s my reality, and it’s a…
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Need a Moment of Calm? Challenge Your Kids with This Panda Puzzle
Get Pregnant Fast Are you in desperate need of a few moments of tranquility? Why not engage your kids with the latest internet sensation: a panda puzzle that’s sure to keep them entertained. Remember those optical illusion posters from back in the day? You’d stare at them, and out of nowhere, a hidden 3D image…
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19 Essential Tips for Effortlessly Preparing Your Summer Produce
Get Pregnant Fast Summer always kicks off with grand culinary ambitions: this season, we vow to eat healthily, shop locally, and hit up farmers’ markets—maybe even venture out to pick our own berries! Those who can blend ambition with organization might show up at the neighborhood barbecue with a delicious blueberry crumble, or toss together…
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Mom Captures a Santa Photo While Breastfeeding: The Backlash Begins
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent incident that has sparked widespread debate, a breastfeeding advocate named Sarah Thompson found herself at the center of controversy after sharing a lighthearted photo of herself breastfeeding while sitting on Santa’s lap. Intended to promote the normalization of breastfeeding in public, Sarah’s photo quickly attracted criticism instead. Sarah explained…
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The Best Piece of Parenting Wisdom I’ve Ever Received? “Always Take the Trip”
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, we often seek out guidance from those who seem to have mastered the art of raising children. A good friend of mine, Laura, is one of those parents. With her three wonderful kids edging into their teenage years, I felt compelled to ask her for the most…
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20 Signs I’m Too Exhausted to Be a Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Most days, I’m all in as a mom. I’m the one who’s invested in everything: growth milestones, school assignments, bedtime rituals, and all the little details that make up our daily lives. I’m on top of the homework checks, sports practices, dentist appointments, healthy snacks, and creating lasting memories. I juggle it…
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When Another Woman Nurtures the Child You Brought into the World
Menu Parenting Get Pregnant Fast My three daughters all share my curly hair. It’s one characteristic, so far, that I can see reflected in them. As I sift through baby photos, I notice traces of Mia in Sophie and bits of Emma in Mia—familiar features that connect us. As I relax on my couch in…
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Generation X: The Unsung Heroes of Our Time
Get Pregnant Fast Lately, there’s been a surge of discussions surrounding Baby Boomers and Millennials, with articles, tweets, and posts flooding social media platforms. As one generation prepares to leave the workforce, another is stepping in to fill those roles. But what about us? What about those of us in our 40s? Generation X may…