Tag: Sibling Relationships
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What It Means to Have Kids Five Years Apart
Get Pregnant Fast As I chatted with a fellow mom, her dark hair framing her face, we watched our daughters in their tutus tap-dancing side by side. She asked me the typical question: “How far apart in age are your kids?” “Five years,” I said, bracing for the usual reaction. “Did you plan it that…
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Why a Bigger Age Gap Between Siblings Has Been a Blessing for Our Family
Get Pregnant Fast Ever since I was young, I envisioned having two children, ideally spaced just a couple of years apart so they could grow up as buddies. However, after the arrival of my first son, life took a different turn, and for several years, having a second child seemed out of reach. By the…
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How My Guilt About Having a Second Child Disappeared
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, my close friend Mark and his wife welcomed their second child, and while his wife was in the hospital, Mark spent a last night alone with their firstborn. He texted me, “It’s his last night of all my attention. I feel so bad for him.” I can relate to that sentiment…
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Navigating Sibling Disputes: 5 Essential Guidelines
Get Pregnant Fast When I was expecting my second daughter, I envisioned a harmonious bond between her and her older sister. I imagined them happily playing together, trading toys like Legos, dolls, and even princess crowns, all while sharing sweet smiles. I thought they would giggle together over silly antics and would never dream of…
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The Joy of Growing Up with Cousins
Get Pregnant Fast When my brother Jake and his partner Lisa visited one chilly evening to share the news of their pregnancy, I was over the moon. Sure, the prospect of a new addition to the family was thrilling, and I was genuinely happy for them, but what really excited me was the thought of…
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It’s Never Enough: Carving Out Time for Each Child
Get Pregnant Fast Our family may not have the budget for extravagant vacations, but this past spring break, we decided to embrace a “staycation.” I wanted it to be something special. I presented the idea to my kids: a day at the local amusement park, a trip to the city, and each could choose a…