Tag: boundaries
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Moms, The Last Thing Your Daughters Want From You Is A Vibrator
Get Pregnant Fast Ladies, let’s have a candid chat about a recent trend in parenting that’s raising eyebrows: the notion of buying your teenage daughters their very first vibrators. Consider this a friendly reminder that while we all want to foster open conversations about self-love and sexuality, there are certain boundaries that simply shouldn’t be…
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Please Stop Commenting on My Pregnant Belly: It’s Breaking My Heart
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, pharmacy clerk, I know your intentions were good when you asked about my due date. Lately, it seems everyone is curious about my belly, and honestly, I can’t blame them. My baby bump is quite pronounced at 25 weeks, especially for a first-time pregnancy. It’s a natural inclination to inquire…
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An Open Letter to My Teenage Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Emma, As I sit down to write this, I can’t help but reflect on how quickly time has flown by. You were once my tiny bundle of joy, the child we dreamed of having, and now you’re a confident young woman, ready to take on the world. Just yesterday, it feels…
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9 Reasons I Don’t Require My Kids to Share
Get Pregnant Fast Picture this scenario: You’ve found a cozy spot at your favorite café, sipping your drink while you open your laptop. Suddenly, a stranger approaches and says, “Hey, let me use that for a bit.” You respond, “Uh, no. It’s MY laptop.” The stranger insists, “Not fair! It’s my turn!” Then they go…
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Navigating Motherhood: Ditching the Nonsense
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mom is no easy feat, and let’s be real: I’ve had my fill of unnecessary nonsense since stepping into this role. To those who may not understand, it might seem like I’ve become distant or self-centered, but honestly, I’m just trying to stay afloat. My focus is on being the…
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My Black Daughter Is Not Your “Girlfriend”
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, it’s essential to recognize the language we use, especially when it concerns children of different races. I often find myself reflecting on the interactions my daughters have with others. From flight attendants to strangers in grocery stores, it seems that everyone feels entitled to claim my daughters as their…
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Let’s Have a Chat About Goldilocks: The Real Story Behind the Fairytale
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat in my daughter’s room, my arm awkwardly draped over her bedrail while she drifted off to sleep, I found myself pondering the classic tale of Goldilocks. Yes, we’re those parents who still hold hands at bedtime—don’t judge. But honestly, as I waited for her to fall asleep, I couldn’t…