Tag: parenting advice
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What’s Considered “Normal”?
Get Pregnant Fast When my first child was just three weeks old, I found myself on the phone with my lactation consultant. “Is it typical for him to cry for hours on end? Because he does, and… well, I’m just curious, is this what a newborn does?” There was a long pause before she replied,…
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FYI: Your Water Could Break While You’re Peeing or Sleeping
Get Pregnant Fast You may have seen the classic scene in movies where a pregnant woman has her water break at the most inconvenient moment—like during a board meeting or a heated argument with her partner. For those who haven’t experienced it, “the water breaking” seems like a pivotal moment in labor. However, the reality…
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The ‘Strictest Mom Ever’ Advises Parents Against Being Soft
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent post, self-proclaimed “Strictest Mom Ever,” Lisa Matthews, shared a valuable parenting lesson that resonates even during holiday celebrations. This past 4th of July, while enjoying the festivities, she highlighted the importance of addressing children’s bad behaviors early on—a reminder that parenting is a continuous journey, regardless of the occasion.…
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Important Reminder: Never Place a Car Seat on a Shopping Cart
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often learn through experience, but some lessons can come at a high cost. One such lesson is the danger of placing a baby’s car seat on top of a shopping cart. It seems harmless, but a recent incident shared by a concerned parent highlights the significant risks involved. A…
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Keep Your Sick Kids Home – It’s a Matter of Public Health
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s have a heart-to-heart about a serious issue that affects all of us: keeping sick kids at home. The other day, my child, Alex*, came home bubbling with excitement, “Mom, you won’t believe what happened in class today! Billy threw up!” His eyes sparkled with the same enthusiasm normally reserved for the…
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The AAP Finally Acknowledges That Screen Time Isn’t the Villain
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve been a parent over the last decade, you’re likely well acquainted with the antics of characters from shows like “Daniel Tiger,” “Bubble Guppies,” and “Paw Patrol.” You’ve probably also faced the judgmental glances from others who claim that letting your kids watch these programs is detrimental to their development. Well,…
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6 Types of Godparents You Might Want to Replace
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: June 3, 2021 Originally Published: April 9, 2016 Choosing a godparent is a cherished tradition for many families, whether religious or not. This ceremony establishes a lasting connection between your child and someone special in your life. As a lifelong Catholic, I appreciate the meaning behind baptism. However, my motivation was…
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Mom’s Empowering Response to Critic Who Claims Her Bikini is ‘Inappropriate’
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of motherhood, unsolicited advice comes from all angles. Once a woman becomes a mom, it seems like everyone feels entitled to weigh in on everything from parenting techniques to personal appearance. Unfortunately, one of the harshest judgments often revolves around how mothers dress their post-baby bodies—an issue that can…