Tag: modern parenting
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Why My Partner Excels as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast People often tell me how fortunate I am to have a partner who takes the reins with the kids over the weekends while I’m at work. “If he’s busy all week and has the kids on weekends, when does he catch a breather?” they ask. My partner puts in the hours, diligently…
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We Can’t Just Send Our Kids Outside Anymore
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: August 15, 2023 Originally Published: April 28, 2015 There’s something about nostalgia that can make us question our parenting choices. While I completely understand the idea that overly protective parenting can negatively affect both children and parents, I find it frustrating when people suggest that we should simply emulate past generations.…
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Why I Call My Husband ‘Daddy’ (And It’s Not What You Think)
Get Pregnant Fast I refer to my husband as “Daddy.” No, it’s not for the reasons you might assume. When it’s just the two of us after the kids are tucked in, I call him by his actual name. But during the daylight hours, it’s all about “Daddy, did you see the weather forecast?” or…
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Is Parenting Through Benign Neglect Really a Bad Idea?
Get Pregnant Fast Fifteen years ago, before I embarked on my parenting journey, I had a conversation with a friend’s mother, a highly respected judge. I asked her how she successfully raised her children, who turned out to be well-rounded and accomplished individuals. She simply responded with two words: benign neglect. This phrase has lingered…
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Let’s Ditch the Norms and Create a Commune
Get Pregnant Fast When I mention the term “commune,” a flood of images might rush to your mind: free love, communal kitchens overflowing with simmering pots, children and adults alike wandering barefoot in a haze of empowerment, flower crowns, and perhaps even a few worryingly stocked firearms. It’s a lot to take in, isn’t it?…
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Mark Thompson Shares His Baby’s First Steps and Inspires Us All with New Tech
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: March 22, 2021 Originally Published: Dec. 17, 2016 In an age where technology seamlessly blends with our everyday lives, it’s no surprise that Mark Thompson, a leading figure in the tech world, has found a unique way to capture those fleeting moments of parenthood. Recently, he shared a touching video of…
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Navigating the Challenges of Modern Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Becoming a parent is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns; no amount of research or advice can fully prepare you for the experience. You have to dive in and learn as you go. Every parent will resonate with this sentiment. We all face moments of self-doubt, confusion, and even failure,…
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A Heartfelt Note to Dads Who Embrace Equal Responsibility in Childcare
Get Pregnant Fast My partner, Jake, isn’t perfect. He leaves his socks in the most random places and has a knack for getting lost even with GPS. He often overlooks the overflowing trash bin, and let’s not even talk about his legendary inability to find things in the fridge. But here’s the thing: he’s an…