Tag: child development
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The Case for Unlimited Screen Time: A Fresh Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, my parents didn’t impose restrictions on how much time I spent in front of the television. To be honest, it seemed like they preferred not to deal with the hassle. Yet, despite the lack of pressure regarding academics, I thrived—enough to earn a degree from an Ivy League school. Interestingly,…
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Understanding the Phrase “Enjoy Every Minute Of It”
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, the phrase “enjoy every minute of it” often gets tossed around as if it’s the ultimate advice. Yet, this well-intentioned sentiment can feel utterly out of touch with the reality of raising kids. It’s almost as if those who advocate for this mantra have forgotten the relentless…
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10 Ways to Rekindle Your Love for Your Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the toddler years can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. While we adore our little ones unconditionally, these years can be particularly challenging. If you’ve spent time with a toddler, you know all too well the mix of grunts, screams, and epic meltdowns that come with this phase. As I strive to…
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My Role as a Parent: It’s Not Just About Making My Kids Happy
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, the desire to see our children smile is a common sentiment. However, focusing solely on their happiness can lead us astray. Sure, things like skipping bedtime to binge-watch cartoons or indulging in mountains of candy might bring temporary joy. But I’m not here to be the source of constant…
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The Baby Oath: An Adorable Yet Messy Pact
Get Pregnant Fast Just as doctors take the Hippocratic Oath and new citizens recite the Naturalization Oath, we can imagine that babies have their own Baby Oath. If they could articulate their thoughts, it might go something like this: I solemnly vow to be a perfect mix of cuteness and chaos. I will treat every…
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“Because I Said So” Is Enough Reason for Now
Get Pregnant Fast I genuinely believe that every child, even those as young as three or four years old, deserves to have their constant “why” questions answered. Sure, it can be draining and sometimes even frustrating to respond to each query, but in my mind, children warrant the same respect we give to adults when…
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I Believe in Spanking: A Parent’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast In my earlier years, I categorized parents who spanked their children into two distinct groups: those who were either neglectful or overly religious. The non-religious spankers would often defend their methods by claiming, “That’s how I was raised, and look at me now! I turned out fine.” I always thought to myself,…
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When Your Baby Has Down Syndrome: A Message to Moms in Mourning
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Mom, I understand the weight of those five heart-wrenching words: “Your baby has Down syndrome.” I remember sitting on that cold examination table, surrounded by stark white walls and buzzing fluorescent lights that seemed to close in on me. I’ve walked those tear-soaked paths back to my car, astonished that I…
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Critique My Parenting, But Never Doubt My Devotion
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, a comment on my Facebook page (which has a respectable following!) claimed that my use of the cry-it-out method had shattered my child’s trust in me, while another user labeled me as unkind and heartless. These were opinions from individuals I’ve never met, who have no knowledge of my parenting journey…