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It Was Supposed to Be Simple: A Journey Through Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast By: Samantha Rivers Updated: Aug. 3, 2016 Originally Published: Sep. 12, 2013 Throughout my life, I always believed that having children was a straightforward process. (I’m not naive enough to think childbirth itself is easy, though.) Here’s how I pictured it: Step 1. Find a partner. Step 2. Have intimate encounters with…
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Conjoined Twins Successfully Separated: Parents Approach Future with Cautious Hope
Get Pregnant Fast In a remarkable medical feat, 13-month-old twins, Caleb and Jonah, who were conjoined at the head, have been successfully separated after an extensive 16-hour surgery. The procedure was conducted by Dr. James Goodrich at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, as reported by various news outlets. Their mother, Sarah, took to social…
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Oh No, The College Application Process Starts in Ninth Grade
Get Pregnant Fast When I was navigating high school, the college application journey truly began in the fall of my senior year. I submitted five applications, waited a few months, and picked the school that offered the best financial aid. It wasn’t a walk in the park, but it certainly didn’t resemble the marathon that…
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This Common Core Worksheet Is Leaving Parents Scratching Their Heads
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever looked at a math worksheet and wondered why the answers were marked as “incorrect”? A recent image of such a worksheet has gone viral, racking up over three million views in just a week, with the overwhelming reaction being pure confusion. Take the first question: 5×3 equals 15, right?…
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You Think You Know THAT Kid — But You Don’t
Get Pregnant Fast Do you recognize THAT kid? The one who seems too grown-up to be throwing a fit in the middle of the towel aisle at Target? THAT kid who relentlessly tosses mulch at others on the playground. THAT kid who can’t seem to stop using “potty words.” THAT kid who pushes boundaries a…
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Navigating Motherhood: Balancing Support and Independence in the Teenage Years
Get Pregnant Fast It was a tense moment as I drove my 14-year-old son, Jake, to school. I had 12 minutes left and I needed to break the silence. “You better start talking to me,” I said, trying to sound serious. “Or else.” He chuckled while staring at his phone. “Or else what, Mom?” “Or…
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Navigating Stepmotherhood in My 40s
Get Pregnant Fast Becoming a stepmother later in life can feel like a daunting task. Instead of the blissful family moments one might expect, there can be mood swings, disagreements, and even bouts of silence. I often find myself reflecting on this new chapter, questioning how I ended up in this role. When you marry…
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Diaper-Clad Toddler Spotted Driving Power Wheels on a Busy Highway
Get Pregnant Fast In a startling incident that could have ended in disaster, a 3-year-old boy was found driving his Power Wheels toy down a major highway in Florida. Dressed only in a diaper, this adventurous toddler took to the median of US 19, a road known for its heavy traffic. Fortunately, a group of…
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The Essential 30 Guidelines for Parenting Toddlers
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little One, While I might have T-shirts that are older than your entire existence, in your brief three years of life, you’ve somehow managed to gather an impressive wealth of knowledge. Just ask you about anything, and you’ll readily provide an opinionated answer on subjects ranging from how to say certain…
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10 Myths Celebrity Moms Share About Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast From the moment they find out they’re pregnant until their little ones hit that first birthday, celebrity moms seem to spread some outrageous myths about the wonders of motherhood. These tales often do more harm than good, leading us to believe in an unrealistic version of parenting. Here are ten fibs that…