Tag: parenting advice
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11 Bold Lessons My Mom Passed Down About Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Embrace laughter, tears, and even the occasional embarrassing moment in front of your kids. It shows them that being human is totally okay. A soothing evening bath can wash away the day’s frustrations. Just remember to lock the door—your little ones have a sixth sense for detecting your moments of peace. You…
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10 Essentials for Your New Baby
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 13, 2023 As a mother of three energetic boys, I’ve learned the value of simplifying life with kids. My journey towards minimalism began during my pregnancy when I realized that surviving the chaos of motherhood meant decluttering our home and minds. I sorted through the clutter during those frenzied nesting…
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A Cautionary Tale: Why Sunscreen Alone Isn’t Enough to Protect Kids from Sunburns
Get Pregnant Fast As summer approaches, the dangers of sun exposure become all too real. A recent incident involving a young boy’s severe second-degree burns serves as a stark reminder that relying solely on sunscreen isn’t sufficient protection against the sun’s harmful rays. Three-year-old Ethan Parker from North Carolina spent a long day at the…
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I Had Everything Planned, Yet I Abandoned Sleep Training Before It Even Began
Parenting Insights Get Pregnant Fast By: Jessica Thornton Date: Feb. 24, 2023 Like many new moms, I was caught completely off guard by the reality of motherhood. It’s true that no one can genuinely prepare you for the rollercoaster ride ahead, but the overwhelming physical and mental fatigue took me by surprise. There were days…
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5 Compliments to Avoid When Talking About Children with Down Syndrome
Get Pregnant Fast People are truly remarkable. Whenever I’m out and about with my three-year-old daughter, who has Down syndrome, it’s heartwarming to see her shine. Strangers often stop to greet her and share a moment of joy. However, there are certain well-intentioned compliments that can be quite frustrating. I understand that these comments come…
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Yes, My Kids Play Unsupervised, and No, You Shouldn’t Call the Authorities
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit on my front porch, typing away, I can hear the delightful chaos of my children — ages 2, 4, and 6 — engaged in an imaginative game that involves worms, a hose, and a bright plastic wheelbarrow. Mid-sentence, I realize my iced tea is empty. Since I can’t write…
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Beyoncé Takes the Stage at Fundraiser for Blue Ivy’s School, Sparking Major PTA Envy
Get Pregnant Fast Imagine you’re organizing a fundraiser for your child’s school. The PTA has arranged for a clown, a bouncy house, and a snow cone machine with a plethora of flavors. That’s cute, but it pales in comparison to the extravagant fundraiser hosted at Blue Ivy Carter’s school, where the incomparable Beyoncé performed in…
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4 Essential Tips for Navigating Life with Twins
Get Pregnant Fast Raising twins is one of the most profound challenges a parent can face. When my twins, Emma and Jack, arrived at the tail end of our family’s journey, I quickly realized that their expectations mirrored those of their older siblings. They wanted to experience life just like their brothers, but there was…
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Trump’s New Chief Strategist Suggests Spanking as a Solution for Mental Health Issues
Get Pregnant Fast In a shocking statement that has stirred controversy, President Trump’s newly appointed chief strategist, Greg Morris, has made headlines for suggesting that spanking children could be a solution to mental health challenges. Morris, who previously held a prominent role at a well-known media outlet, has drawn criticism for his views, which many…