Tag: parenting advice
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My Kids Aren’t Great at Chore Charts, and I’m Okay with That
Get Pregnant Fast Chore charts — I’ve experimented with every type imaginable: magnetic, canvas, chalkboard, and even those flashy metallic star stickers. I’ve got reminders plastered in bathrooms to wipe toothpaste off the sink, notes in the laundry room to check pockets and avoid leaving sweaty socks in a pile, and messages taped to kitchen…
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Navigating Toy Territory: Week 29 with Your 1-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast Has your little one started claiming toys as their own? It’s a common phase for toddlers to become protective over their possessions, and while sharing may not be their favorite concept, it’s the perfect time to introduce basic sharing etiquette. For instance, when you encourage your child to share with their friend,…
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Navigating the Challenges of Raising a Gifted Child
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a rollercoaster ride, especially when your child possesses extraordinary abilities. How do you confide in fellow parents about the challenges of raising a gifted child without coming across as boastful? We’ve all heard the term “humble brag” (think “I’m so stressed packing for my upcoming trip!”), and it can…
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Will My Child Ever Master Potty Training?
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent knee-deep in the potty training trenches, I recently found myself purchasing a book titled Percy the Poop. Yes, you read that right—a children’s book featuring a talking log of poop. The idea is that by giving poop a personality, my daughter might understand its rightful place: the toilet. It’s…
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Your 1-Year-Old Toddler: Week 37 Parenting Insights
Get Pregnant Fast Your Bundle of Joy is Now a Bundle of Stubbornness Remember when your little one was a tiny, helpless infant who couldn’t even reach for a toy? Well, those days are long gone. Now, your once-adorable baby has transformed into a spirited toddler, eager to assert their independence at every turn. You…
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10 Overlooked Parenting Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is no walk in the park. It demands an incredible amount of mental and physical strength on a daily basis. While I was aware of the major hurdles, like sleepless nights and the financial strain of planning for college, there are numerous smaller challenges that caught me off guard. Here, I…
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Linea Nigra: Understanding Your Pregnancy Belly Line
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve noticed a dark vertical line appearing on your belly during pregnancy, that’s known as the linea nigra. This striking feature often develops in expectant mothers, and while it may catch you off guard, it’s perfectly normal. When Does the Linea Nigra Show Up? Typically, the linea nigra starts to become…
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Anne Hathaway’s Post-Baby Gym Experience That Every New Mom Can Relate To
Get Pregnant Fast Getting back into the gym after having a baby can be a daunting task. Even if you maintained a workout routine during pregnancy, the reality is that your body may still feel a bit swollen and awkward, and your strength might not be what it once was. It’s easy to feel like…