Month: July 2022
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No, I Don’t Worship the Devil: Reflections of a Pagan Mom
Get Pregnant Fast It was meant to be a quick trip to the local convenience store for some drinks. Juggling a wiggly toddler, a fountain drink, a bottle of water, my phone, keys, and wallet, I flashed a smile at the cashier and encouraged my little one to say hello. This usually distracts them long…
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Dolly Parton’s Free Book Initiative: A Gift for Every Child
Get Pregnant Fast Dolly Parton, affectionately known as “The Book Lady,” is doing something extraordinary for children everywhere. Recently celebrating her 71st birthday, this iconic American singer and songwriter is not only still dazzling us with her performances but also making a significant impact through her love of literacy. Her initiative, which sends free books…
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Effective Time Management Strategies for Work-at-Home Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 3, 2016 Originally Published: May 15, 2016 Working from home can be a juggling act, especially for moms who have to balance their careers with the demands of family life. Having navigated this dynamic for nearly a decade, I’ve encountered my fair share of chaos, and I’ve learned a few…
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It’s Never Enough: Carving Out Time for Each Child
Get Pregnant Fast Our family may not have the budget for extravagant vacations, but this past spring break, we decided to embrace a “staycation.” I wanted it to be something special. I presented the idea to my kids: a day at the local amusement park, a trip to the city, and each could choose a…
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Giving Women Just One More Hour to Reduce C-Section Rates
Get Pregnant Fast In the ongoing conversation about the high rates of C-sections in the U.S., a recent study highlights a crucial factor: time. What if extending the laboring period for women could significantly lower these rates? Conducted at Riverside Community Hospital, the study observed 78 first-time mothers, dividing them into two groups. One group…
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Navigating the Ups and Downs of Shared Custody
Get Pregnant Fast Shared custody can be one of life’s most complex experiences, filled with both joy and heartache. It’s a journey that many parents, like myself, find themselves on, learning to balance the challenges with the little victories that come along the way. While it’s tough to accept that my children spend part of…
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I Never Imagined I’d Feel Like an Overwhelmed Mother, Yet Here I Am
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a fair observation. My partner can soothe our baby to sleep with much more ease than I can, and our little one is well aware of this. However, considering he’s been away for work most of the month, this fact is maddening. Reaching out for help felt pointless because he wouldn’t…