Tag: advice
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11 Hard-Earned Parenting Lessons I Discovered Along the Way
Get Pregnant Fast When I was a kid, I was notorious for testing boundaries. My mom repeatedly warned me against swinging on the shower curtain rod, but my adventurous spirit led me to ignore her wise counsel. After countless attempts to see if I could defy gravity, I ended up sprawled on the bathroom floor,…
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The 5 Essential Pieces of Parenting Advice That Truly Matter
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is often compared to a medical practice, where you learn by doing, observing, and eventually sharing your experiences. It’s a daunting thought—having just seen a child, then suddenly being expected to teach others how to raise one. As someone who’s been both a parent and a keen observer of the parenting…
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How to Get Information from Your Teen Without the Drama
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to communicating with stubborn teenagers, sometimes you need to adopt a more imaginative approach. Experts suggest that while open-ended questions are helpful, a more targeted tactic might yield better results. Here’s how you can do it: Parent: How was school today? Teen: Boring. Parent: What part was the most…
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6 Pieces of Advice New Moms Would Rather Avoid
Get Pregnant Fast When you become a mom, it seems everyone has a piece of advice to share. While some of it is genuinely helpful—especially when accompanied by a comforting bottle of wine or a thoughtful gift card—others can be downright frustrating. Here are six pieces of advice that new mothers often find unhelpful. “Cherish…
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10 Pregnancy Recommendations I’m Choosing to Overlook
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to pregnancy, advice seems to come from every corner—doctors, friends, family, and countless blogs. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant barrage of “shoulds” and “should nots.” While many recommendations are well-intentioned, they can often feel unrealistic or downright impractical. Here’s a candid look at ten pregnancy recommendations…
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Savor the Moments, Because They Fly By (Illustrated)
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting Savor the Moments, Because They Fly By (Illustrated) by Mia Thompson Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 Originally Published: June 4, 2015 As a parent of a young child, I often find myself reflecting on the advice given by seasoned moms. They gaze off into the distance, reminiscing, and tell me to…
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5 Misleading Notions People Share When You’re Expecting
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy brings out the unsolicited advice in everyone. From family to random strangers, it seems like everyone has something to say once that baby bump appears. Here are five common misconceptions that need a reality check. 1. You’ll Still Look Pregnant After Birth It’s a widely shared belief that post-birth, you’ll still…
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The Transformative Quote That Revolutionized My Parenting Approach
Get Pregnant Fast When you step into the world of parenthood for the first time, everyone seems eager to share their wisdom. “Make sure she wears a hat!” “Feed her every two hours, no exceptions!” “Keep her indoors! She might catch a cold!” “Adjust her head; she doesn’t look comfortable.” “Where’s that hat? She must…
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To the Moms Who Seem to Have It All Together
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Amazing Moms, I felt compelled to pen this letter to express my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support. You’ve truly been a lifeline for my kids amidst my unrefined parenting attempts. Honestly, without your guidance, who knows what kind of chaos would have ensued in our household. Before you gracefully stepped…
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6 Witty Comebacks Every Parent Can Relate To
Get Pregnant Fast As kids, my siblings and I were masters of whining and pushing our mother’s buttons. Fast forward to today, and I find myself echoing her classic lines to my own children. Here are six timeless comebacks that have stood the test of time: “I’m going to count to three…” When tempers flared…