Tag: Music
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The Kelly Clarkson Performance That Brought Tears to the American Idol Judges
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, Kelly Clarkson made a powerful return to American Idol as a guest judge, marking the live premiere of the show’s final season. Pregnant and radiant, Clarkson delivered an emotional rendition of her song “Piece by Piece,” which reflects the pain of having an absentee parent. Trust us, you might want…
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Why I’m Not Apologizing for My Musical Choices
Get Pregnant Fast As I reflect on my evolving taste in music, I can’t help but chuckle at the younger version of myself—the one who would have cringed at the thought of belting out Top 40 hits while shuttling my kids to activities. Back in the day, I adorned myself in black velvet chokers and…
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My So-Called Life (Before the Internet)
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Dec. 26, 2015 Originally Published: March 30, 2015 Yes, it’s true. We genuinely lived this way. Before the days of constant digital connection, if we were captivated by something like a vintage version of Doctor Who (whatever that looked like back then), we had to discuss it face-to-face with our real-life…
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12 Exciting Hobbies to Explore in Your 40s
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the 40s! This decade often brings newfound freedom as children grow more independent, or perhaps even head off to college. Life tends to settle into a more manageable routine, making it the perfect time to indulge in a hobby that’s just for you. With your priorities shifting, it’s time to discover…
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Embracing the Power of Music in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast At just six years old, I found myself basking in the warm Southern California sun, transforming my living room into a stage as I belted out my own rendition of “Dance: Ten; Looks: Three” from A Chorus Line. Little did I understand the song’s deeper meanings, but the music, the show’s unique…
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Why I Don’t Censor Music for My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast When I was ten, I stumbled upon a conversation between my aunt and my mother in my aunt’s cozy New England kitchen. Their expressions were a mix of disbelief and disappointment as they sipped their black coffee. I couldn’t help but eavesdrop as they critiqued a pop icon of the time: “She’s…
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A Blast from the Past: Why ‘A History of Radness’ Appeals to Gen-X Parents and Their Tweens
Get Pregnant Fast If you want to connect with kids today, you’ve got to win over their parents first. Just look at the enduring success of shows like Sesame Street, which cleverly weaves in humor for the grown-ups, or the way Dan Zanes brings nostalgia to family-friendly folk music. Enter A History of Radness, Amazon’s…
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Kids Stumped by a Walkman: A Hilarious Reminder of Generational Differences
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve ever witnessed a toddler effortlessly swipe through an iPad, you know just how dramatically childhood has transformed over the years. Our kids are growing up in an entirely different technological landscape, and a recent video captures this shift perfectly—a mother recorded her young son and his friend trying to figure…