Tag: parenting advice
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Mastering the Art of Mango Cutting: A Guide for the Bold
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve been steering clear of mangos because you dread the thought of slicing them, you’re not alone. But fear not! With a few simple techniques, you can transform yourself into a mango-cutting pro. First, start by selecting a ripe mango. Look for one that yields slightly to pressure and has a…
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Why Every Mom Needs a Lifeline for Sane Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of motherhood, having a trusted confidante can be a game changer. My best friend, Jenna, serves as my go-to lifeline for maintaining sanity in parenting. Even though she’s younger, she’s always been one step ahead of me—getting married first, having kids before I did, and navigating the ups and…
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20 Moments When Toddlers Need Close Supervision
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother of two, I’ve learned a thing or two about keeping an eye on my little ones. My youngest, in particular, has a knack for turning even the simplest activities into adventures. While I’ve relaxed my supervision a bit since my first child, I’ve realized there are crucial moments when…
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Why I Disregarded These 8 Parenting Guidelines—and Why You Might Consider It Too
Get Pregnant Fast As a first-time mom at 34, I envisioned a clear-cut parenting philosophy, filled with “always” and “never” rules. However, reality quickly showed me that those rules often need a little bending. For every guideline I firmly set, I discovered compelling reasons to toss them aside. Here’s my take on eight common parenting…
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Battles Not Worth Fighting with Your Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Before I stepped into the world of parenthood, I was under the impression that I would have complete control over the children who would one day call my home their own. This fantasy is often fueled by those who aren’t yet parents, who seem quick to blame others for their children’s public…
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Dear Experienced Moms: Is This All Just Part of the Journey?
Get Pregnant Fast Greetings, fellow mothers navigating this wild adventure of parenting: I like to believe I’ve become adept at finding humor amidst the parenting pandemonium. I can laugh when my toddler decides that the dog’s water bowl is a fun toy for the umpteenth time. Or when my four-year-old knocks on my bedroom door…
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Parents of One Perfect Child Under Preschool Age
Get Pregnant Fast When we were deep in the challenges of potty-training our first child, friends came to visit from out of town. They were new parents with one adorable baby, as cute as can be. The dad, a dear friend, had recently watched a Dr. Phil episode about potty training in just one weekend.…
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The Reality of Shopping with Kids: A Single Mom’s Honest Take
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all experienced that chaotic grocery store trip where it feels like the universe conspired against us. You know, the one where you’re desperately trying to keep your kids in check while feeling the weight of judgment from strangers. Alyson Greene recently went viral for her candid post about a particularly challenging…