Tag: parenting advice
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6 Common Misconceptions New Moms Face During Their First Year
Get Pregnant Fast The moment a new mom cradles her tiny bundle of joy for the first time is filled with a mix of relief and anxiety. The rollercoaster of emotions can be overwhelming, especially with a flood of advice coming from every direction right after announcing your pregnancy. While some of it is helpful,…
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Parents Question New Guidelines on Lice Controversy
Get Pregnant Fast Attention parents! The American Academy of Pediatrics has released some new recommendations suggesting that we shouldn’t be overly concerned about keeping our kids out of school when they have lice. Their reasoning? Lice don’t cause illness and aren’t easily spread between children. But let’s be real—any parent who has dealt with lice…
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How to Navigate Returning to Work After Being a Stay-at-Home Parent
Get Pregnant Fast After dedicating almost a decade to raising my kids, I’ve decided it’s time to step back into the workforce. It took a lot of encouragement to get here—let’s face it, who would want to hire someone who has survived on caffeine and occasionally forgets what a shower feels like? But here I…
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Why the Concept of ‘Purity’ Can Be Harmful in Conversations About Sex with Children
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to discussing sex with kids, many parents grapple with how to instill values around sexual behavior. A common query is, “How do I ensure my children remain pure until marriage?” This is a tricky question, and one that can have damaging implications. Take the story of 14-year-old Emma Thompson,…
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10 Essential Things to Say to Your Teen Daughter Who’s Eyeing Emancipation
Get Pregnant Fast This weekend, rising star Mia Thompson, 17, made headlines after gaining her legal emancipation from her mother. While the media has focused on troubling allegations of neglect in this case, many parents can relate to the age-old struggle between teens yearning for freedom and the concerns of their caregivers. It’s a timeless…
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Jessica Green Offers Insightful Tips for Managing Mom Guilt
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a round-the-clock commitment, and finding the right balance between motherhood and the myriad of other responsibilities can feel overwhelming. It’s a universal truth that guilt often accompanies motherhood, but Jessica Green, a successful entrepreneur and mother, recently shared some invaluable advice for busy parents. In her latest interview with Family…
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Five Behaviors Moms Wish Would Disappear
Get Pregnant Fast As mothers, we share a unique bond and a common goal: to support each other in this wild journey of parenthood. Sometimes that means gently pointing out behaviors that drive us all a little crazy. Here are five things we’d love to see put to rest. 1. Stop Seeking Your Child’s Approval…
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Where’s My Puppy?
Get Pregnant Fast Coming home to your little one is genuinely a joyous occasion, isn’t it? For children under the age of 10, your arrival usually sparks a wave of excitement. They often rush to greet you with a barrage of questions and requests: “Hi! Where have you been? What are we going to do?…
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10 Moments When Saying Yes to Your Child is the Right Move
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating parenthood is like walking a tightrope, balancing the need to keep your children healthy with the desire to ensure their happiness. Often, this happiness comes from outrageous requests for sugary treats, wild activities, or just plain silliness. It’s no wonder that parents can earn a reputation for being the strict ones…