Tag: parenting
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13 Thoughts Moms Have While at the Orthodontist
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, I find myself spending about an hour every couple of months at the orthodontist’s office. By my calculations, this will total around 72 hours by the time my third child completes their orthodontic journey. Despite the frequency of these visits, I can’t help but be plagued by the same…
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I Can’t Manage Without My Partner, and I’m Not Afraid to Say It
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, my partner, Jake, went away for a long weekend, leaving me to manage our three lively boys, aged 7, 5, and 3. This wasn’t just a minor inconvenience; it felt like I was thrown into a whirlwind of anxiety and chaos as I navigated the challenges of solo parenting. He was…
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Navigating Swearing in Preschoolers: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast It was a typical afternoon, and my 4-year-old daughter, Mia, and I were enjoying a quiet moment in the bank drive-thru, eagerly discussing which flavor of lollipop she would get today. Just then, the dreaded moment arrived: the bank tube returned empty, containing nothing but a receipt. I took a deep breath…
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Confessions of a Not-So-Retired Baseball Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, baseball isn’t just a sport; it’s woven into the very fabric of our lives. When the time came for our daughter to step up to the plate, we knew she had some big expectations to meet. With two teenage brothers who have spent countless hours on the field, and…
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25 Things I Completely Overlooked About Raising a Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast According to age-old wisdom, it’s said that mothers swiftly forget the agony of childbirth as soon as they cradle their newborns. It’s almost like magic; the moment that little one is placed in their arms, the pain seems to fade away. Some may argue there’s a truth to this, as otherwise, we…
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10 Essential Tips to Share with Your Babysitter to Prevent a Crisis
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, leaving your little ones with a babysitter can be a daunting experience, especially when family isn’t nearby for support. My partner and I often rely on a few trusted caregivers to watch our kids during our rare nights out. Most of the time, we’ve been fortunate to find sitters…
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In Search of a BFF: A 30-Something Soccer Mom’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast As a 30-something soccer mom, I’m on the lookout for a new best friend to share this wild ride of motherhood with. If you’re a clean-freak CrossFitter, this probably isn’t the place for you. I’m all for healthy eating, but I believe in balance—let’s share a froyo at that adorable spot our…
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Rediscovering Myself Beyond Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast For the past eight years, my existence has been deeply intertwined with my two little ones. Almost everything I do revolves around them; after all, I wear the title of “Mommy.” The moment I saw those two pink lines was a highlight of my life; getting married and starting a family were…
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How Cannabis Has Enhanced My Life
Get Pregnant Fast It all began when I was just 15 years old—my first panic attack hit me unexpectedly. A friend and I were walking home when, out of nowhere, I found myself crumpled on the ground, unable to speak or breathe. My vision blurred, my hands trembled, and I felt certain I was on…