Tag: parenting advice
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Understanding What to Avoid Saying to Parents of LGBTQ+ Teens
Get Pregnant Fast By: Lisa Thompson When my son, Alex, came out to us at the age of 14, it wasn’t entirely unexpected. We had engaged in numerous conversations about the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals, and we had attended pride events together. I remember the joy on Alex’s face when the U.S. legalized same-sex…
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Creative Playroom Ideas for Your Home: 12 Tips for Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Designing a playroom for your little one can be an exciting project that combines functionality and fun. As your child grows and starts to gather a collection of toys, creating a dedicated space for play can not only help manage the clutter but also inspire creativity and imaginative play. Here are some…
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10 Snappy Comebacks for Those Who Criticize Public Breastfeeding
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the world of motherhood is no small task, especially when it comes to public breastfeeding. I spent six years in a whirlwind of lactation, welcoming four little ones into my life within a mere five years. With all those hormones swirling around, I often found myself tongue-tied when faced with rude…
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Why I Won’t Teach My Kids That Happiness is a Choice
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: August 1, 2023 Originally Published: July 30, 2023 Children experience emotions deeply. They feel things profoundly, and their feelings can be complex, messy, and intense. Anyone who has spent time with a crying infant, an irate toddler, or a moody teenager knows that kids come into this world equipped with a…
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Macklemore Faces Backlash for Co-Sleeping with His Baby Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of celebrity parenting, even the smallest decisions can lead to significant backlash. Recently, singer Macklemore found himself on the receiving end of internet criticism after sharing a heartwarming photo of himself napping with his infant daughter, Ava. While many parents can relate to the joys of co-sleeping, the online…
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9 Reasons The Internet Assumes I’m a Terrible Parent
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting advice, the internet is overflowing with opinions that often label me as a subpar mom. But let me clarify: my children are happy, sociable, and delightful little beings. Still, I seem to break all the “rules” when it comes to raising them. Here’s a candid look at…
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FDA Warns Parents: Avoid Homeopathic Teething Remedies for Infants
Get Pregnant Fast It’s completely understandable to seek ways to ease your baby’s discomfort during the tough teething phase. However, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has raised serious concerns about homeopathic teething tablets and gels, which may pose significant risks to infants and young children. If you have these products in your home,…
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It Takes a Village…and Other Parenting Pearls of Wisdom
Get Pregnant Fast The moment you become a parent, unsolicited advice comes pouring in from every direction, often from well-meaning friends, family, and even strangers. It’s almost as if the universe decides that your life suddenly requires a commentary on every little thing. Have you ever noticed that much of this “wisdom” is about as…
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My Tween Daughter Thinks I’m Outdated
Get Pregnant Fast Lately, it seems my tween daughter, Emma, perceives me as a relic from the past. When I suggest she takes a sweater to school, she rolls her eyes with a playful smile and tosses it into her backpack, leaving me with the feeling that it’s more of a reluctant concession than a…