Tag: parenting
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When Did Hobbies Transform into Extracurriculars?
Get Pregnant Fast As a teenager, my friend Jenna poured her savings into restoring a vintage 1960s Ford Mustang, which she parked proudly in her driveway. She spent countless afternoons and weekends working on it, juggling her schoolwork and sports commitments. Other friends of mine were equally passionate about their interests, whether it was strumming…
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They Don’t Want To Be Here
Get Pregnant Fast On a Friday evening, two children were welcomed into our home. It was their very first night away from their mother. The younger boy, just 5 years old, wailed as the caseworker guided him through our front door. For the next 90 minutes, he voiced his distress over and over: “I don’t…
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Our Home: The Ultimate Hangout Spot for Kids
Get Pregnant Fast The last time the kids had a break from school, I found myself at home as well. On that very first Monday, I blinked and suddenly there were six kids running around my living room. Just to clarify, I only have two! Assessing the situation, I realized there was only one logical…
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I Never Imagined Motherhood Would Be This Challenging
Get Pregnant Fast As I chatted with my father one afternoon about the whirlwind of life with three children, I couldn’t help but express the overwhelming chaos that comes with balancing everyone’s schedules, emotional needs, and developmental phases. On top of that, I’m also nurturing my marriage, managing finances, and trying to maintain my professional…
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What My Mother Taught Me About the Power of Lipstick
Get Pregnant Fast As I watched her deftly twist the cap off a shimmering gold tube, the creamy orange lipstick emerged with a soft click. Leaning over the sink with precision, she applied the vibrant hue, gliding it effortlessly across her lips—first the top, then the bottom, and a quick rub together to blend. With…
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I Bought an Expensive Planner, and It Didn’t Transform My Life
Get Pregnant Fast I tried to resist the allure of the latest planner craze, but it seems I’m not entirely immune to the influence of my peers. When it comes to social situations, I can easily sidestep the pressure, but when it involves beautiful stationery? I’m a goner. I have a deep appreciation for all…
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Never Be Deceived by the “Easy” Baby
Get Pregnant Fast Picture this: you have a serene little bundle of joy who lights up the room with his easy smile. His caregivers rave about how “laid back” and “chill” he is, and he only drools when teething. Rarely does he spit up, and by the time he hits 4 months, he’s blissfully sleeping…
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It’s About Having a Sense of Humor, Elf on the Shelf Purists
Get Pregnant Fast In the past decade, a clever mother-daughter team introduced us to the Elf on the Shelf, A Christmas Tradition. They convinced us that the magic of “Santa” alone wasn’t enough—no, we needed another elaborate ruse to navigate through the holiday season. Unlike the simple Santa charade, which typically involves cookies, mall visits,…
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7 Essential Yet Overlooked Childhood Milestones
Get Pregnant Fast Childhood is full of milestones that many parents eagerly await, while others can be met with a mix of excitement and anxiety. We often celebrate significant moments like sleeping through the night, taking those first steps, or starting school with joyful fanfare—captured in photos and shared with friends. However, today we’re focusing…