Tag: humor
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9 Times I Embodied Naïve Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: August 3, 2023 Originally Published: June 22, 2015 Naïve Parenting operates on a simple principle: before each developmental milestone, you mistakenly believe that everything will be a breeze, setting yourself up with unrealistic expectations about the choices you’ll make. You’re convinced you have all the answers and that you’ll handle every…
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Finally, A Refreshingly Honest and Hilarious Perspective on ‘Second Puberty’
Get Pregnant Fast The phenomenon of second puberty can often feel overwhelming, evoking a sense of dread. However, thanks to a brilliant video circulating online, we can find humor in the changes that come with aging, like the unexpected growth of our curves at 37 and the gradual appearance of those tell-tale smile lines. Stick…
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6 Fantastic Benefits of Collaborating with 20-Somethings When You’re in Your 40s
Get Pregnant Fast As I transitioned into my 30s and found love, my focus shifted from after-work camaraderie to cherishing time with my husband. Despite the long hours and fervor for my work, my priorities began to change. By the time I hit my 40s and embraced motherhood, I transitioned from the intense world of…
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The Sanctimony of New Parents: A Rant on Parenting Perceptions
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s take a moment to vent here… It’s astonishing how parenting has morphed into a competition for martyrdom. Our little ones shouldn’t serve as excuses for neglect or sloppiness, nor should they be a parent’s crutch for justifying every shortcoming. This sentiment has sparked a flurry of social media discussions, particularly among…
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The Struggles of the Early Rising Parent
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 7:23 AM, and I’ve been awake for a whole hour and eight minutes. On a Saturday, no less! In our household, we have a strict no-morning policy before 7 AM, yet here I am, stuck in a reality that feels like an absurd nightmare. Anyone who knows me can attest that…
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In 24 Hours, My Kids Request Snacks 10 Times
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the eternal snack quest. My kids have turned asking for snacks into an art form, demanding to munch at all hours. While they seem to understand that breakfast is a morning affair, they’ve fully embraced the idea that snacks can—and should—be devoured at any time of the day or night. Here’s…
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The High Maintenance Child Quiz: A Humorous Take on Parenting Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: August 20, 2023 Originally Published: February 11, 2023 Not too long ago, I found myself enjoying dinner with some wonderfully grounded friends. The dad was a physician, and the mom was a publisher, but they had no interest in the Pinterest-perfect lifestyle. They raised two kids, and their approach to keeping…
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My Kids Don’t Mind My F-Bombs, And Neither Should You
Get Pregnant Fast Let me be clear: I’m unapologetic about my choice of language. Those who clutch their pearls at every utterance of a curse word seem to think I’m a terrible parent because I occasionally let an F-bomb slip. To them, I say, “not my problem.” My kids don’t bat an eye at my…
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Proof That Lice Can Turn Your Life Upside Down
Get Pregnant Fast Welcome to my world, where the chaos of parenting meets the unexpected horror of lice. You see, my partner, Lisa, has a knack for self-diagnosing every possible ailment. This year alone, she’s convinced herself she’s suffered from a dislocated shoulder, tendinitis, and even walking pneumonia. If she ever took the time to…