Tag: parenting
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15 Insights for My Friends Without Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As we navigate through various chapters of life, friendships often evolve. From our carefree childhood days to the responsibilities of adulthood, it’s common to drift apart from some and grow closer to others. I’ve managed to hold on to a core group of friends, some of whom have been by my side…
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9 Reasons Why I Might Not Be Whole Foods Material
Get Pregnant Fast I have a little secret to share—one that might raise eyebrows among the suburban moms of 2023. Here it goes: I don’t shop at Whole Foods. (Gasp!) And honestly, my excuse isn’t exactly groundbreaking. The nearest Whole Foods is a solid 15-minute drive longer than the grocery store just down the road.…
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Baby Showers for Dads: The Exciting New Trend
Get Pregnant Fast Say farewell to dull traditions and welcome a fresh, fun approach to celebrating impending fatherhood! The latest buzz in baby celebrations is the emergence of “dad-chelor parties” or simply “baby showers for men.” These events are a far cry from the typical baby shower, and they’re definitely worth considering for today’s modern…
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My Evolving Connection with My Mother as a New Parent
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a quarter-century between my mother and me, yet I am undeniably her daughter. This is a truth I hold with unwavering certainty. Our relationship is intricate and layered, much like the many facets of life itself. As with any mother-daughter bond, our connection is shaped by a tapestry of shared memories,…
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When Your Child’s Name Is Inspired by a Classic Bar Song
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Sep. 30, 2020 Originally Published: Aug. 22, 2015 As I drove down the road, a familiar tune filled the car. “Make it stop!” my daughter, Lily, pleaded from the backseat. “I don’t like this song.” “Lily,” I chimed back, “it’s your song!” I couldn’t resist belting out the chorus of that…
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15 Things Kids Struggle With More Than You Think
Get Pregnant Fast Kids excel at many things—like giving the best hugs, effortlessly picking up stray toys, and creating chaos that sends family pets running for cover. My 4-year-old son, for instance, seems to have a unique talent for startling the cat without ever coming close to touching it. Cats just know to steer clear…
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16 Hilarious Headlines That Perfectly Capture the Chaos of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Carter We can all agree that clickbait is often a nuisance, right? But let’s be real—it works like a charm! If you’re new to the internet, “clickbait” refers to those irresistible, outrageous headlines that lure us in, only to leave us with content that rarely lives up to the hype.…
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Embracing the Journey of Adopting an Older Child
Get Pregnant Fast Eleven months ago, our lives changed forever when we welcomed our daughter into our home through a direct adoption from the foster care system. She was nine years old and had spent the previous six months in a group facility. The moment we met her in the administrative office, I felt an…
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Teaching My Sons the Reality of the Female Body
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother of boys, I find myself navigating the complexities of raising them in a world saturated with unrealistic body images. While we’re currently in a phase where there are no hidden magazines or sneaky online searches, I know that curiosity about bodies will inevitably arise sooner than I’d like. I…
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Embracing My ‘Strange and Unusual’ Self: An ’80s Journey That Continues
Get Pregnant Fast In the vibrant tapestry of the 1980s, while many kids reveled in neon colors, penny loafers, and pastel cardigans, I found my identity as a self-identified goth girl. My heart beat for the dark allure of Bela Lugosi and the enigmatic charm of Peter Murphy. Instead of bubblegum pop and cheerleading, I…