Tag: growing up
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I’ll Miss Her While She’s Away
Get Pregnant Fast “She gave us most of our lives” — The Beatles “She’s gone; I’d pay the devil to replace her” — Hall & Oates “Gone like a freight train” — Montgomery Gentry The girl has left the building. She’s off to college, settling into her new dorm room on the bustling 10th floor…
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The Unwritten Code Among Friends Before Turning 21
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining connections with old friends can be challenging, even if you live in the same city. Life gets busy, and it’s all too easy for meaningful conversations to be replaced by quick texts or social media interactions. Yet, the friendships formed before adulthood often carry a unique bond…
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The Adult Table: A Reflection on Growing Up
Get Pregnant Fast During my childhood, family meals were a clear divide: adults gathered around the formal dining table while we kids were relegated to a makeshift setup in the living room with a wobbly card table. Surrounded by folding chairs and mismatched seats from my grandparents’ collection, my sister and I watched as our…
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5 Unexpected Birthday Gifts That Will Shock Your Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Birthdays can be a grand affair in our household. We go all out to ensure each child feels cherished on their special day, complete with vibrant streamers decorating their “throne,” a mountain of gifts ready to be unwrapped, and a cake adorned with the brightest colors imaginable. However, sometimes the gifts we…
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10 Unanticipated Moments of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, whether we are expecting, adopting, or waiting for a surrogate, we often find ourselves steeped in preparation. We immerse ourselves in books, blogs, and advice from doctors and family, striving to ensure a smooth start for our little ones. Yet, the moment you cradle your newborn in your arms, that…
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A Morning with Jason: Cherishing Childhood Moments
Get Pregnant Fast This morning, my son Jason burst into my room, brimming with excitement as he showcased the telescope and binoculars he crafted from paper, tape, and staples. “Can I take these with me when I go visit Grandpa today? I want to show him!” he asked, his eyes sparkling. “Absolutely! I think he’ll…
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You Don’t Need Me to Remind You: Cherish Those Early Years!
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jessica Lane Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 Originally Published: Feb. 1, 2023 Back in the days when I was out and about with my youngest nestled in a front carrier, while my older kids were securely strapped in the double stroller, I frequently caught the eye of seasoned mothers. They’d pass by,…
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My Mother Never Uttered The F-Word: A Reflection on Body Image and Family
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, I never once heard my mother say the word “fat.” It was as if it lurked somewhere in the shadows of our household—perhaps hidden, perhaps unspoken. As my mother carried me, a robust 9-pound baby, I can only imagine the thoughts racing through her mind. Was she concerned about her…
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My Daughter Is Heading to High School. What Now?
Get Pregnant Fast Next year, my daughter will embark on her high school journey, entering ninth grade at a large school with a staggering student body of 2,700. As I sit in this cramped freshman classroom, devoid of air conditioning, I’m struck by the reality that this is truly happening. It’s a moment for my…
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The Significant Transformations That Happen When Children Reach 12
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often underestimate the importance of turning twelve. Yet, this age marks a pivotal point in a child’s development, filled with profound changes that can be astonishing. Reflecting on my own experiences at this age, it’s clear that while my children may be navigating a different world, many of their…