Tag: parenting
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Motherhood Awakened Me From My Deep Depression
Get Pregnant Fast I spent three years of my existence in a fog. After battling major depressive disorder for nearly a decade, my mind, heart, and body reached a breaking point. At just 23 years old, I felt utterly exhausted — worn out from the facade I had been maintaining. Emotionally drained, completely adrift, and…
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Hey Friends, Keep Your Belongings Out of My Bag
Get Pregnant Fast It all started off as a typical evening. My partner and I relaxed on the sidelines of our child’s karate practice, indulging in a quick dinner from a nearby drive-thru. I handed a few French fries to our toddler, securely strapped in the stroller, while throwing a thumbs up to our 6-year-old…
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5 Downsides of the KonMari Method
Get Pregnant Fast When I was a kid, I had an unusual talent for organizing. While my sister would pay me a dollar to tidy her room, I would direct her on how to declutter—sort socks into hampers, arrange books by height, and banish distracting posters from sight. Fast forward to today, and I still…
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In Defense of Protecting Our Children for as Long as Possible
Get Pregnant Fast My partner and I engage in open and honest conversations with our children. No topic is off-limits; when they have questions, we strive to provide clear answers that are appropriate for their age. However, we are mindful of what, when, and how much information we share with them. Yes, we deliberately shield…
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A Piece of Junk Mail Reminded Me of My Loss and My Strength
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating life after losing a child is a journey that changes everything. As a parent who has faced this unimaginable grief, I often reflect on the distinct lines drawn between life “before” and “after” the loss. Over the years, while the tears may come less often, the ache in my heart remains.…
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Hey, Oldest Child: Remember, You’re His Sister, Not His Mom
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, you might assume that a small age gap between siblings, like the 355 days between my kids, would foster a sense of equality rather than a strict older sister-younger brother dynamic. I expected them to be more like partners in crime, but I quickly learned that my daughter takes…
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5 Reasons Toddlers Are Simpler Than Teens
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, fellow parents. There’s no denying that raising toddlers can sometimes feel like a chaotic ride. It’s true that having a little one (or two) at home can resemble living with a hyperactive, overly affectionate party-goer who’s had one too many drinks—24/7. The challenges of managing toddlers—those pint-sized tornadoes of energy—often seem…
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Alyssa Greenfield Advocates for Extended Breastfeeding in New Viral Photo
Get Pregnant Fast Alyssa Greenfield is making waves in the parenting community by championing the cause of extended breastfeeding. The actress recently posted an adorable black-and-white image of herself nursing her 16-month-old daughter, accompanied by the heartfelt caption: “Almost 16 months of breastfeeding my little one. It’s been one of the greatest joys in my…
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Attention Parents: The Incredible Forgiveness of Children
Get Pregnant Fast When my son, Oliver, was just four years old, his best buddy threw a punch and snatched his string cheese. Mere minutes later, they were back to playing together as if nothing had happened. I watched in disbelief as my little boy, with his tousled brown hair, laughed alongside this kid who…