Tag: parenting
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What Makes Lululemon’s Belt Bag a Must-Have? A Mom’s Honest Take
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother of three, I often found myself overwhelmed by the bulk of a traditional diaper bag. After seeing everyone at the park sporting the Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag, I decided to give it a shot. I mean, could a fanny pack really hold everything I need? For those who aren’t…
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25 Humorous Responses to the Abercrombie & Fitch Sales Associate
Get Pregnant Fast Walking into Abercrombie & Fitch is always an experience. The moment you step inside, one of their sharply dressed sales associates greets you with the same slick line — a phrase that probably resonates with trendy teens but feels a bit out of place when exchanged between a middle-aged mom in yoga…
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Our Parents Never Felt Guilt About the Santa Story—And Neither Should We
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to keeping the magic of Santa alive, if you think there’s a way to do it without feeling like a total fraud, it’s time to rethink your strategy. The truth is, you’re going to find yourself wrapped up in a web of holiday tales—and that’s perfectly fine. Trust me,…
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It’s Disheartening That We Still Need to “Normalize” Public Breastfeeding
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Carter Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 7, 2023 Not long ago, I found myself chuckling at the trend of celebrities taking a stand for breastfeeding by doing it in public. The idea is that high-profile figures can help diminish the stigma surrounding public nursing. Yet, despite breastfeeding being…
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The Baby Oath: An Adorable Yet Messy Pact
Get Pregnant Fast Just as doctors take the Hippocratic Oath and new citizens recite the Naturalization Oath, we can imagine that babies have their own Baby Oath. If they could articulate their thoughts, it might go something like this: I solemnly vow to be a perfect mix of cuteness and chaos. I will treat every…
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Minecraft: A Parent’s Dilemma
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Feb. 5, 2021 Originally Published: May 28, 2015 As parents, our mission is to nurture our children’s passions. When they show enthusiasm for something, we strive to provide them with the resources and experiences that will allow them to dive deep into their interests. We want to be supportive, engaged, and…
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12 Reasons Why I Skipped My Shower Today
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Partner, Welcome home! I trust your day was pleasant. I know, I know, I probably look like I’ve been through a whirlwind (again). Honestly, I had every intention of showering today and sprucing myself up, but life had other plans. Here are twelve reasons why I didn’t manage to shower today,…
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“Please Don’t Inform My Child I’m in Heaven”: A Dying Mother’s Heartfelt Farewell
Get Pregnant Fast In a heart-wrenching yet profoundly beautiful farewell, a 36-year-old mother named Sarah recently succumbed to metastatic cancer, leaving behind a touching letter for her loved ones. This poignant goodbye has captured the internet’s attention, resonating deeply with many. On December 15, Sarah’s husband, Mark, shared her letter, which opens with a blunt…
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The Illusion of Adulthood
Get Pregnant Fast When we’re little, we can’t wait to grow up. At age 3, being 5 sounds glorious—school, playground royalty! By 5, the allure of being 10 beckons, with homework and sleepovers. At 10, we yearn for the teenage years, filled with independence and freedom. Once in our teens, it’s the driver’s license, college…
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Offspring-Induced Stress: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be an exhilarating journey, filled with moments of joy that are hard to articulate. Sure, I can’t list a ton of examples at the moment, but I genuinely enjoy connecting with fellow parents at the park. Plus, my son is keen on getting a dog, and let’s face it, my…