Tag: relationships
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8 Essential Lessons I Want My Daughter to Learn About Being Tall
Get Pregnant Fast Dear daughter, it’s clear that height runs in the family. I hit 5 feet 9 inches by the time I was in fourth grade, and your father stands at a towering 6 feet 3 inches. That means you’re destined to be quite tall—maybe not runway model tall, but definitely “always in the…
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If My Husband Were the Babysitter, He’d Be Out of a Job
Get Pregnant Fast When my husband Ethan was a child, his mother was the primary provider while his father faced a stretch of unemployment. For his mom, these years are a point of pride, showcasing her determination and hard work. However, his dad jokingly refers to his time at home as “the time I babysat…
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The Real Strain of Parenting on a Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast I walked in the door after a long day at work, and all I wanted was to unwind in a hot bath. Instead, I was met with an avalanche of parenting challenges. My partner, Jenny, launched into a rundown of the chaos that had unfolded at home. Our 7-year-old, Max, hadn’t cleaned…
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The Friend My Partner Could Marry If I Pass Away
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the complexities of life and death is never easy, especially when it comes to the future of our loved ones. My partner, Andy, boasts a family history relatively free of serious health issues, which stands in stark contrast to my own lineage—characterized by a mix of resilience and various ailments. While…
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Solo Honeymoon Adventure Yields Hilariously Relatable Photos
Get Pregnant Fast Honeymoons are typically a time for couples to unwind and bond, but what happens when one partner is left behind? This was the predicament faced by Mia Thompson, who married her husband, Mark, about seven months ago. The couple had planned an idyllic honeymoon in Greece, but due to some unfortunate visa…
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It’s Not a Flawless Union, It’s a Union That Works
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I found myself in a deep conversation with my friend Mia about our families and partners. She expressed a longing for her marriage to mirror the perfection she saw in mine. I was taken aback because while my marriage is many things, perfect is definitely not one of them! If she…
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The Importance of Enjoying a Night Away from the Kids
Get Pregnant Fast “Just one more,” I confidently proclaimed, echoing the enthusiasm I had shown for my last glass of wine. Recently, my partner and I took our very first overnight trip away, attending a wedding in another state while leaving our four young children in the care of their grandparents. The six-hour drive was…
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Rediscovering Myself After the Loss of My Husband
Get Pregnant Fast “What if I end up alone forever?” I found myself sobbing in my therapist’s office, tissues scattered around me. This was my greatest fear. Four years had passed since my husband’s death, a loss that shattered my world. But now, after a painful breakup, I felt like I was spiraling down into…
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9 Unique Aspects of Parenting a Child Who Doesn’t Resemble You
Get Pregnant Fast As a dark-haired, brown-eyed guy with Italian roots, it’s amusing to see my daughter, Sofia, who is a platinum blonde with striking blue eyes, frolicking around. When my wife and I take her out, we often appear like a mother-daughter duo accompanied by a random stranger. Here are some amusing realities of…
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The ‘Before Kids’ Us: A Reflection on Our Pre-Parenting Days
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Feb. 7, 2023 Originally Published: Jan. 8, 2011 Scene: Our Dining Room Table Daughter: “How do you know you should marry someone?” Son: “When you meet the right person, a spark happens. Then you have to nurture that spark until it becomes a flame, and eventually, a bonfire in your marriage.…