Tag: humor
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The Joys of Raising a Tween Boy
Get Pregnant Fast This summer will forever be etched in my mind as the season I officially embraced life with a tween boy. One moment, my son was surrounded by an army of stuffed animals (or so it felt), and the next, he was sprawled on his bed, earbuds in, engrossed in a YouTube video…
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15 Reasons Why Having Young Kids is Like Being a Celebutante
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a wild ride, and having young kids can feel a lot like living the life of a celebutante. Here are 15 reasons why the chaos of parenting mirrors the glitzy, often scrutinized world of celebrity life: Constant Attention: Your little ones are like your personal paparazzi, always following you around…
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Moms Are Individuals First: Embracing Parenthood’s Realities
Get Pregnant Fast I’m a mom, a partner, and sometimes a little bit of a hot mess. I’m a decent person, but I’m certainly not a maid, a gourmet chef, or anyone’s hired help. These days, discussions around parenting often leave us feeling like we’re not measuring up. The societal expectations are overwhelming. I often…
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A Parent’s Guide to the Latest Oxford Dictionary Words
Get Pregnant Fast The Oxford Dictionary has just unveiled its latest quarterly update, and I have to say, I’m all for it. I’ll admit, it’s a bit tricky for me to embrace my age, especially when it comes to the world of slang. However, this update is packed with fantastic terms that parents might hesitate…
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Portraits of a Mother: The Hilarious Truth of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast By: Cervical Insemination Updated: Aug. 22, 2015 Originally Published: Nov. 16, 2012 I’m not alone in this—every mom has received at least one less-than-flattering portrait from her little artist. Honestly, it’s a miracle we maintain even a sliver of self-esteem after what these kids put us through. “I drove my mommy straight…
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The Type of Friends Moms Truly Need
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I was having a heartfelt conversation with my long-time friend, Sarah. I opened up about my tendency to be overly sarcastic and wondered if I should tone it down a bit. Her response was a reminder of why we’ve been inseparable for over 25 years. “That’s the person I’ve loved all…
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You Absolutely Must Vote: A Call to Action
Get Pregnant Fast As we approach yet another pivotal election season, it’s time to reflect on just how crucial it is to make our voices heard. With the stakes higher than ever, the reminder to vote couldn’t be more urgent. This election cycle has brought many challenges, and it’s essential that we come together to…
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What This Mom Truly Needs: Oh Toodles!
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the joys of parenting! It’s that magical hour—5 p.m.—when dinner prep collides with my kids’ relentless energy. While I’m trying to cook, my toddlers are in full-on chaos mode, and the TV becomes my survival tool. Enter the beloved “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse,” a show that seems to have an unbreakable hold…
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Brace Yourself for the Chaos of Summer with Kids at Home: Your Ultimate Anthem
Get Pregnant Fast As summer approaches, those of us working from home face a unique set of challenges. Sure, it seems unnecessary to pay for daycare when we’re right here, but trying to get any work done with kids buzzing around can feel like trying to nail Jell-O to a wall—practically impossible. Fortunately, the Johnson…