Tag: family wellness
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5 Disturbing Facts About Norovirus That I Wish I Didn’t Know
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom, Jason threw up on the playground today,” my 8-year-old exclaimed as he bounded through the door, his face twisted in disgust. “Gross!” As a parent, these are the last words you want to hear. While my son finds it amusing, I know that when one child gets sick, it’s only a…
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The Best Intentions: Navigating Conversations About Health
Get Pregnant Fast “Your children are absolutely lovely,” praised a family acquaintance during a brunch gathering. “Thank you!” I replied with a modest smile. “We adore them.” “Which one is the sick one?” came the follow-up. In an instant, the joy of the moment was replaced by a knot of anxiety in my stomach, though…
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9 Effective Strategies to Help Your Child Manage Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast As you prepare your child for school, you might hear them express reluctance, saying things like, “Mom, I really don’t want to take the bus. My stomach feels upset. Please don’t make me go.” It’s a moment that can turn an ordinary morning into a significant challenge. You see the genuine fear…
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Words of Wisdom for My Son on Drinking: A Parental Guide
Get Pregnant Fast As my son prepares to embark on his college journey, I reflect on my parenting style, which I’ll call “Selective Denial.” For years, I’ve held on to the belief that my sweet boy would remain untouched by the temptations of alcohol, drugs, and anything else that could lead him astray. However, as…
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Mom’s Viral Image Highlights the Remarkable Benefits of Breast Milk
Get Pregnant Fast Any breastfeeding mom can relate to the sight of overflowing bags of pumped milk taking over the fridge and freezer. Recently, an Arkansas mother named Emily Sanders shared a striking photo of one of her milk bags on Facebook, and it quickly gained traction, racking up over 70,000 shares. What Makes This…
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Mom Multitasking: Breastfeeding and Yoga Like a Pro
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of motherhood, multitasking is an art form, and no one embodies this better than Lisa Thompson, a Texas mom of three. With a one-month-old daughter, Ella, Lisa has turned her yoga practice into a unique bonding experience. Instead of waiting for the perfect moment to hit the mat, she…
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Oops! It Seems We Should Rethink How We Encourage Our Kids to Eat Vegetables
Get Pregnant Fast Feeding children can often feel like an uphill battle. From the precise way their toast is cut to their extreme aversion to even the slightest hint of green on their pizza, the challenges are real. And if the juice is in the “wrong” cup? You might as well declare a state of…
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The Annual Checkup: An A to Z Guide
Get Pregnant Fast In this post, I’ll break down the annual checkup experience for my daughter Mia from A to Z. A is for Active The doctor emphasizes that children should be active and limit screen time. Mia is all about movement—she swims, rides horses, and works out daily for a couple of hours. Television?…
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#BumpDay: July 24, 2024 – Raising Maternal Health Awareness
Get Pregnant Fast Join us on #BumpDay as we work to ensure that every mother receives the support she needs for a healthy pregnancy and a bright future for her child, no matter her background or financial situation. What is #BumpDay? A message from Clara Johnson Healthy futures begin with healthy beginnings. Every mother deserves…