Tag: parenting challenges
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The Day I’ll Have to Explain to My Daughter That She Isn’t Truly Mine
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself caught in a web of little white lies, creating a narrative that feels comfortable for my child. Like many single parents, I weave stories to navigate the challenges of raising a young child. We can’t go to the park because it’s closed for maintenance, or…
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10 Reasons Kids Might Not Be Welcome Here
Get Pregnant Fast Not everyone is a fan of children, and even those who appreciate kids may have their limits. For the sake of adult friendships and the social lives of our children, we sometimes tolerate more than we should. But where do you draw the line? How disruptive does a child need to be…
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Why Doesn’t Parenting Come With a Mute Button?
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can often feel like a relentless assault on the senses. It all begins with intense pain and chronic exhaustion. Your culinary delights are replaced with cold, uninspired meals as you scramble to get the kids to bed. Your once-stylish living room transforms into a chaotic landscape of plastic toys that clash…
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The Top 10 Surprising Realities of Newborns
Get Pregnant Fast Babies are undeniably adorable and we often feel an overwhelming urge to cuddle them close! (When they’re not being a tad unsettling.) But let’s be real: they can sometimes resemble characters straight out of a horror flick. Think I’m exaggerating? Let’s dive into the details. Soft Spots: It’s common knowledge that a…
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The Ultimate Parody for Every Mom Who Dreads the Question “What’s for Dinner?”
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the dreaded question: “What’s for dinner?” It’s a phrase that sends chills down the spines of moms everywhere. Just when you think you’ve put your feet up after a long day, here comes the familiar chant from the little ones or your partner. The pressure of planning a delicious meal can…
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Navigating the World of ‘Mom Friends’ vs. ‘Friends Who Are Moms’
Get Pregnant Fast “Don’t shy away from using a nipple shield,” I shared with a fellow new mom the other day. “Trust me, cracked nipples are no joke!” “Ooh, brace yourself for some very colorful diapers when your little one tries sweet potatoes!” I advised another mother preparing for her child’s first taste of solids.…
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Breastfeeding Moms Turned Away from ‘Bad Moms’ Screening: A Disheartening Experience
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent incident at a Regal Cinema in Fort Myers, Florida, two breastfeeding mothers, Sarah and Emily, faced an unexpected challenge while attending a screening of the comedy Bad Moms. Many of us have seen the trailers for the film and perhaps even caught a showing ourselves, but for these new…
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A Family Faces Eviction Due to Their Child’s Special Needs
Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling situation, a Virginia family is facing eviction from their apartment due to the noise created by their 10-year-old son with special needs. The Diaz family, which includes parents Deysi and Francisco and their two children, Elder and Brianna, has been given until the end of the month to vacate…
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Ask a Special Needs Parent: A Unique Opportunity for Understanding
Get Pregnant Fast Have you heard of my amazing friend, Rachel Thompson? She runs a heartfelt blog called Love That Leo, where she shares stories about her eight-year-old son, Leo. Leo, the older brother to his little sister, Mia, is both playful and endearing with the most captivating blue eyes. He brings to mind my…