Tag: parenting advice
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An Open Letter to the Self-Proclaimed Sleep Guru
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Self-Proclaimed Sleep Guru, I’m honestly not shocked that you’ve appointed yourself as the go-to sleep authority. It seems every friend group has that one parent who, after skimming through a couple of parenting guides, suddenly believes they possess a doctorate in child sleep patterns. The self-assured one who talks about parenting…
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8 Essential Lessons I Want My Daughter to Learn About Being Tall
Get Pregnant Fast Dear daughter, it’s clear that height runs in the family. I hit 5 feet 9 inches by the time I was in fourth grade, and your father stands at a towering 6 feet 3 inches. That means you’re destined to be quite tall—maybe not runway model tall, but definitely “always in the…
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10 Misguided Statements You Should Avoid Saying to Working Moms
Get Pregnant Fast As a working mom, I’ve experienced a bit of everything—full-time, part-time, stay-at-home, and work-from-home arrangements. Regardless of my role, there are certain things that should simply never be uttered to a mother, especially one striving to balance the demands of motherhood with work, friendships, and family life. While support and advice are…
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The Only Phrase You Should Ever Use with a Pregnant Woman: “You Look Incredible!”
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating conversations with pregnant women can be tricky, and it’s essential to understand what’s appropriate. Let’s be real: no expectant mother has ever asked for unsolicited commentary on her size. Just like we don’t comment on someone’s appearance when they aren’t pregnant, it’s equally strange to do so when they are. After…
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10 Messages I Wish I Could Share with My Son During His Third Grade Performance
Get Pregnant Fast As I settled into my seat in the second row on the right side of the auditorium, I watched you prepare for your third-grade program. Your curious eyes moved across the rows, scanning the audience with a mix of excitement and nervousness. Hands tucked away in your pockets, you stood tall, fully…
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The 8 Safe Statements to Make to Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Parents can be a sensitive bunch. It’s almost as if they have an internal radar for any slight, real or imagined. In today’s world, it seems like every day brings a new uproar about how parents are being wronged—whether it’s at a restaurant, by those without kids, or even by their own…
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Are Earplugs the Modern-Day Equivalent of Bike Helmets?
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, safety measures like bike helmets, sunscreen, and seat belts weren’t really a priority for us. Kids often rode in the front seat, and it all seems unthinkable now, especially with our understanding of the risks of concussions and skin damage from sun exposure. Our parents just weren’t aware of these…
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13 Things I Say to My Preteen Daughter — And What I Really Mean
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the ups and downs of parenting a preteen daughter is no easy feat. Most days, I find myself echoing the same well-worn phrases, only to be met with exaggerated sighs and eye rolls. These mantras seem to be a rite of passage for mothers everywhere, often met with the same indifference…