Tag: parenting
-
One Day, I Might Just Show Up at Your Place and Wreck Your Stuff
Get Pregnant Fast Dear boys, I want to take a moment to express how proud I am to be your parent. Honestly, having four energetic sons like you is a joy that I wouldn’t trade for anything. You are smart, caring, and you fill my heart with a happiness that’s hard to put into words.…
-
8 Myths About Motherhood Your Favorite Movies Keep Telling You
Get Pregnant Fast Movies have been spinning tall tales about motherhood for ages. It’s as if they believe that the moment you bring a baby into the world, your intelligence evaporates. While it might feel like your brain is a bit foggy at times, most moms still understand the basics of parenting. So don’t let…
-
How Motherhood Has Changed Me for the Worse
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting advice, the common narrative suggests that becoming a parent enhances your character and makes you a better person. However, I find myself at odds with this notion. Recently, I shared my thoughts with my partner, Jamie, who confidently asserted that parenthood has improved me—it hasn’t. Let me…
-
Australia’s Vaccination Policy: A Model for Other Nations?
Get Pregnant Fast Australia is taking a firm stance against parents who choose not to vaccinate their children, raising an important question: should other nations, like the United States, follow suit? In a significant policy shift, Australia is set to implement a measure early this year that will deny benefits to parents who refuse vaccinations…
-
Face Mask Guidelines for Babies & Toddlers: What You Need to Know
Get Pregnant Fast So, you’re a parent navigating the world of COVID-19 and wondering about face masks for your little ones? Well, if your child is under 2 years old, the recommendation is a clear “no.” The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises against mask-wearing for infants and toddlers this age, and here’s…
-
The 7 Phases of Parenting While Hungover
Get Pregnant Fast Everyone deserves a night out filled with drinks now and then—especially parents. However, as many parents can attest, having a few too many cocktails comes with its own set of challenges. When you’re responsible for another human being, the effects of your indulgences become painfully clear. While it may not be ideal…
-
Do I Have Kids? Not Yet, But I’m Holding Onto Hope
Get Pregnant Fast As Mother’s Day approaches, I find myself acutely aware of my childless status. While browsing for the perfect card for my mom, I encounter sentiments like, “Because of you, I’m a better parent” or “Now that I’m a parent, I understand your sacrifices.” These words tug at my heart, and I can’t…