Tag: child development
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Navigating the Challenges of Parenting Children with Complex Needs: A Guide to Finding Joy and Connection
Get Pregnant Fast When my daughter, Lily, was born, she was a tiny bundle of joy with sparkling blue eyes. I envisioned her future filled with dance recitals, soccer games, and father-daughter moments that would warm my heart. However, my dreams were abruptly challenged when, at just six weeks old, Lily suffered a hypoxic stroke,…
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More Than Just a Caregiver: How One Remarkable Woman Became an Integral Part of My Support System
Get Pregnant Fast As I watched her drive away for the last time, tears streamed down my face while my daughter stood beside me, blowing kisses. A significant chapter in our lives had come to an end; our caregiver was embarking on new adventures. This woman, who once entered our home as a stranger, had…
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Engaging Play Activities for Your 11-Month-Old Baby
Get Pregnant Fast As your little one approaches the big one-year mark, you might notice that playtime is becoming more intentional and energetic. Around 11 months, babies are typically on the verge of walking and talking, and they’re eager to explore the world around them. This is a wonderful time to introduce activities that not…
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The Weight of Being the Eldest Child
Get Pregnant Fast I can’t help but think about how you quickly apologized after spilling your juice this morning, and it tugs at my heart. I told you it was okay; accidents happen. But that doesn’t erase the fact that you felt the need to say sorry right away. Have I placed too many expectations…
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Nurturing Free-Range Kids: Embracing Adventure and Independence
Get Pregnant Fast “In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.” –Albert Camus As a child, I was fortunate enough to have parents who allowed me the freedom to dream, create, and play independently. Whether they recognized the value of unstructured outdoor play or simply needed a…
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The 11 Best Ride-On Toys of 2025 for Little Feet
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, fellow parents! If you’re looking to get your little ones moving and grooving, ride-on toys are a fantastic way to encourage their physical development. Not only are they fun, but they also help kids build balance and coordination skills. Here’s a roundup of our top picks for 2025 that will…
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It’s Time to Prioritize Outdoor Play for Our Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Image via Shutterstock In today’s structured school environments, children are missing out on the vital unstructured playtime they desperately need. Despite their boundless energy, kids are often confined to rigid schedules that limit their freedom to explore and play. Pediatric experts are raising concerns about this trend, urging schools to rethink their…
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The Rituals and Uncertainties of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast One of the delightful surprises of parenting is the unique soundtrack that fills a waking home—the soft click of the alarm clock, upbeat tunes echoing from down the hall, and the playful chaos of pets racing up the stairs. It’s the gentle rustle of sheets as little feet shuffle towards the bathroom…
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5 Surprising Similarities Between Teens and Toddlers
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can often feel like navigating a minefield, especially when your children span the ages of toddlers to teens. It’s easy to think that these two age groups are worlds apart, but they actually share some striking similarities that might just make you chuckle. Here are five ways that teens and toddlers…
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Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom: A Tale of Two Parents
Get Pregnant Fast It’s no secret that parenting can be exhausting. Have you ever noticed how your parenting style shifts dramatically from morning to afternoon? I wake up each day bursting with energy, filled with hopes and plans for enriching my child’s experiences. However, by the afternoon, I often feel like I’m just trying to…