Tag: parenting

  • Why Do Kids Struggle With Sleepovers?

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    Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is an adventure, filled with love and laughter—most of the time. I truly adore my children; they are my little treasures. However, let me be honest: sometimes I just need a breather from all the cherishing. We do have a wonderful babysitter for those rare date nights (remember those?), but she’s…

  • We’ve Got a Little Speedster

    Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting We’ve Got a Little Speedster by Sarah Mitchell Updated: November 9, 2020 Originally Published: August 1, 2015 My 3-year-old is a tiny tornado. Taking him to the playground feels like releasing a wild stallion in a crowded city square. The moment I unbuckle him from his stroller, he bolts toward…

  • How Much Should We ‘Coddle’ Our Kids?

    Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can often feel like a tightrope walk when it comes to the question of how much support we should give our children. Take, for instance, my friend Emma, a powerhouse who raised four daughters. She’s the type who never backs down from a challenge—whether it was playing three varsity sports in…

  • The Adventure of Raising a Daughter

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    Get Pregnant Fast Raising a daughter is akin to navigating a thrilling roller coaster ride—fast, exhilarating, and at times a bit chaotic. Now, let me clarify that I’m not a fan of roller coasters; my last experience was at age nine when my dad had to cover my mouth to prevent any unpleasantness from reaching…

  • 8 Strategies for Navigating Family Vacations with Your In-Laws

    Get Pregnant Fast Vacations with in-laws can quickly become a test of patience, especially when kids enter the picture. My partner Alex and I used to enjoy relaxing trips with our families before we had children. We’d leisurely explore the area during the day and gather for dinner at night. However, once our kids arrived,…

  • A Conversation for the Future

    Get Pregnant Fast Updated: January 27, 2023 Originally Published: July 18, 2010 As is common with children at this age, my three-year-old son has begun to inquire about human anatomy. Recently, he asked me, “Where’s your belly button?” mixing up the terms in the way only a child can. “Mommies don’t have penises,” I explained…

  • How to Feel More at Ease When Flying with Kids

    Get Pregnant Fast Traveling with little ones can be daunting, but there are plenty of reasons to feel confident about your flying experience. Let’s face it, kids might not be the best nail clippers, but that means less chance of them using your seat as their personal grooming station! And while they might enjoy a…

  • The Final Countdown: My Cookie-Baking Days Are Running Out

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    Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate through my youngest daughter’s final year of high school, I can’t help but reflect on the bittersweet journey we’re on together. This is the third entry in a series where I share my experiences as a stay-at-home mom, watching my daughter prepare for college and contemplating my own transition…

  • Yet Another Study Finds No Connection Between Vaccines and Autism — Surprise, Surprise

    Get Pregnant Fast A recent study featured in the Journal of the American Medical Association has once again confirmed that there is no correlation between the measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) vaccine and autism. This extensive research analyzed insurance claims for 96,000 children born between 2001 and 2007 and found no elevated rates of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)…

  • How Can I Ensure My Child’s Safety While Allowing Her Independence?

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    Get Pregnant Fast As I sit in car number 12 out of 18, two security personnel clad in black and gold jackets direct traffic with an air of authority. Their stern faces remind me of the bouncers I encountered in my youth. I switch off the radio, my heart racing slightly as I approach the…

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