Tag: parenting
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20 Justifications for Tucking Your Kids In Early
Get Pregnant Fast Life can get overwhelming, especially when the kids seem to have boundless energy while you feel like you’ve run a marathon. If you’ve ever declared a spontaneous early bedtime just to regain a bit of sanity, you’re certainly not alone. Here are 20 reasons why you should consider sending your little ones…
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Navigating My Daughter’s Relationship with My Ex’s New Partner
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a complex journey, especially when it comes to navigating the dynamics of co-parenting with an ex. I knew it was only a matter of time before Mia, my former partner, started dating again. I was okay with it; we had a solid history that made rekindling our relationship unrealistic,…
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Three Crucial Words to Share with Our Teens: ‘Cut the Nonsense’
Get Pregnant Fast At some point in our lives as parents, we must take a long, hard look at the teenagers we’ve nurtured with love and dedication. It’s time to smile and say, “Cut the nonsense.” These three words not only guide our children toward becoming better adults but also contribute to creating a more…
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Disciplining Your Child: Navigating Parenting When Time is Limited
Get Pregnant Fast As I turned to my partner, I found myself saying, “She needs to understand that her actions have consequences.” My thoughts trailed off, leaving me pondering what it truly means to raise a child when the future may not be as certain as we hope. Every child has vital lessons to learn…
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9 Things Parents Say vs. What They Really Mean
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often find ourselves navigating the tricky waters of communication with our kids. We pour our hearts into everything we do for them, whether that’s playing pretend in their fort or showering them with compliments about how smart and incredible they are. But let’s be real: there are moments when…
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Elton John: ‘I Never Imagined Becoming a Father’
Get Pregnant Fast The iconic “Rocket Man” finds joy in performing for audiences, but nothing compares to the love he has for his two young sons with his long-term partner, James Wellington. In a candid conversation with contributor Jenna Woods, the 67-year-old superstar shares his insights on fatherhood, inspiration, and his thoughts on retirement. What…
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12 Insights I Gained From Infidelity
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s start with a confession. (Take a moment here; it’s a big one.) … Alright, here goes. I was unfaithful. Here’s the backstory. I was single, he was married. His marriage had been rocky for about eight years, often in therapy. I had just exited a long relationship and was in denial…
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Navigating My First Mother’s Day Without My Mom
Get Pregnant Fast This year marks my first Mother’s Day without my mom. She passed away unexpectedly earlier this year, leaving a void that feels impossible to fill. Each day since her passing has been a struggle as I grapple with the reality of living in a world without her. There’s an ache in my…