Tag: parenting
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17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Sons, As you grow into young men, I have countless lessons to share with you about life, strength, and respect—both for women and for yourselves. But today, I want to focus on some fundamental truths that, while not the most profound, will certainly make your lives easier as you navigate the…
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13 Thoughts Moms Have While at the Orthodontist
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, I find myself spending about an hour every couple of months at the orthodontist’s office. By my calculations, this will total around 72 hours by the time my third child completes their orthodontic journey. Despite the frequency of these visits, I can’t help but be plagued by the same…
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Rediscovering Myself Beyond Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast For the past eight years, my existence has been deeply intertwined with my two little ones. Almost everything I do revolves around them; after all, I wear the title of “Mommy.” The moment I saw those two pink lines was a highlight of my life; getting married and starting a family were…
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What to Anticipate on Your First Day at Home with Baby
Get Pregnant Fast Start your morning with a delightful breakfast in bed, courtesy of the hospital cafeteria. The caring nurses will bring your little one to you, allowing for some precious bonding time. Soon after, the doctor delivers the exciting news: it’s time to go home! Cue the panic. You suddenly remember that the car…
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30 Everyday Annoyances That Drive Us All Crazy
Get Pregnant Fast Ever have those frustrating days when it feels like nothing goes your way? You know, the kind of days that make you want to unleash your inner rage monster on every person you meet? You’re definitely not alone. Here’s a lighthearted look at some everyday irritations that make us all a little…
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How to Be the Ultimate Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mom is no easy feat, especially when you’ve burned the midnight oil scrolling through your phone, only to be jolted awake by the sound of your youngest stirring at the crack of dawn. After you manage to whip up breakfast and set up a cartoon to keep them entertained, you…
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Baby Shower Jealousy: A Perspective on Adoption Celebrations
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom of three, I’ve never had the chance to enjoy a baby shower. My daughter entered the world in 1992, while I adopted my two sons from China in 2012 and 2013 when they were just two and three years old. Now, I find myself navigating life with a twenty-two-year-old…
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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…