Tag: education
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Dear Educator: My Gratitude and Apologies
Get Pregnant Fast As the first day of school arrives, I find myself in a bittersweet moment of reflection. I want to start by expressing my heartfelt gratitude. Thank you for everything you do. After navigating the whirlwind of the last 95 days at home with my energetic children, I’ve come to appreciate just how…
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Why My Kindergartner Doesn’t Need Homework
Get Pregnant Fast Last Thursday, I found myself burning the midnight oil, dying pasta in a rainbow of colors and scavenging for bottle caps, yarn, googly eyes, and buttons just to help my 5-year-old finish his homework. The intention behind this family-centered assignment is admirable, but I firmly believe that assigning homework to kindergartners is…
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No, Guys, ‘Real Men’ Aren’t Always Interested in Sex
Get Pregnant Fast As parents prepare to send their children off to college, many will take the opportunity to have important discussions with their daughters about sexual assault, ways to stay safe, and what steps to take if they find themselves in a dangerous situation. In light of the concerning statistics surrounding sexual assault on…
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The Homework Struggle: Hilarious Insights from Parents on Twitter
Get Pregnant Fast Homework—it’s a topic that evokes a mix of dread and hilarity among parents. The sheer volume and complexity of assignments our kids bring home can leave us scratching our heads. Who knew we’d be wrestling with elementary school math again? Thankfully, the witty parents of Twitter have shared their experiences, making it…
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The Kindergarten Schedule Is Utter Nonsense
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother who toggles between being a stay-at-home parent and working outside the home, I often find myself feeling frustrated from both angles. My freelance work keeps me busy—part of the gig economy, which I chose but also fell into due to the unpredictable nature of writing and editing. During the…
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The 7 Parenting “Kludges” in America
Get Pregnant Fast As I reflect on the complexities of American parenting, it becomes clear that our lack of family-friendly policies—like paid sick leave and parental leave—means that navigating parenthood is often a series of makeshift solutions, or “kludges.” Here are seven prevalent issues many parents face, along with the kludged solutions we often resort…
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Life Lessons Beyond the Classroom
Get Pregnant Fast Last week, I said my goodbyes to my summer nanny, and it was truly a bittersweet moment. As I waved her off, I cheekily suggested that the real education she gained with us far exceeded anything she could learn in four years of college. She chuckled, but I was entirely serious. Honestly,…
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Daughter Chronicles Her Mother’s Return to College, and It’s Absolutely Heartwarming
Get Pregnant Fast A daughter has captured the joyful journey of her mother’s return to college, and it’s truly delightful. While many teens find the college experience thrilling, it turns out that adults can have just as much fun. A college student recently shared the story of her mom’s decision to go back to school…
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Is Homework the Real Issue?
Get Pregnant Fast Back in the 1980s, when I was in elementary school, homework was a staple of our education. Many of my peers from Generation X share similar memories—spelling exercises, vocabulary drills, or a simple worksheet were part of our routine. The unspoken rule at home was clear: no playtime until the homework was…
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The Irony of Concern Over Teens Accessing Free Birth Control
Get Pregnant Fast In a surprising turn of events, former reality TV star and advocate for abstinence, Jenna Thompson, has raised eyebrows with her strong reaction to a Seattle high school providing free birth control to its students. Given her past as a teen mother, it’s hard to ignore the irony in her stance. Thompson…