Tag: family dynamics
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The Case for Unlimited Screen Time: A Fresh Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, my parents didn’t impose restrictions on how much time I spent in front of the television. To be honest, it seemed like they preferred not to deal with the hassle. Yet, despite the lack of pressure regarding academics, I thrived—enough to earn a degree from an Ivy League school. Interestingly,…
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Navigating the Unseen Rivalries of Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a journey filled with its share of surprises, and for me, one of the most unexpected has been the emergence of competition. I’ve never considered myself particularly competitive. In school, I wasn’t one to chase after A’s, nor did I care about which team was dominating the league. I’ve always…
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No, I Don’t Love My Partner Like I Used To — It’s Better Now
Get Pregnant Fast As newlyweds, receiving unsolicited marriage advice was one of the most frustrating experiences. It seemed everyone had a “secret” to a happy marriage, and most of it was utterly useless. Yet, one encounter stands out in my memory, a moment that feels almost prophetic now. We met this couple during our honeymoon…
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The International Perspective: Parenting a Foreign Service Child
Get Pregnant Fast “Do you have both your diplomatic and regular passports ready?” I asked my son the night before his departure. “Mom, seriously,” sighed my 15-year-old, rolling his eyes. “I’ve done this before, you know?” Tomorrow, he’s off to Romania with his school’s baseball team, flying out from Moscow where we currently reside. He’s…
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“Because I Said So” Is Enough Reason for Now
Get Pregnant Fast I genuinely believe that every child, even those as young as three or four years old, deserves to have their constant “why” questions answered. Sure, it can be draining and sometimes even frustrating to respond to each query, but in my mind, children warrant the same respect we give to adults when…
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My 6-Year-Old Son Has a Girlfriend, and I’m Totally Fine With It
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Johnson My son has a girlfriend. Yes, you read that right. They first met at a homeschool gathering, and when I caught a glimpse of them together, I couldn’t resist asking him her name. “Lia,” he replied — a significant moment because he typically doesn’t bother remembering names. I suspect…
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13 Valuable Lessons My Husband Can Take from Our Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast While my three-year-old son has a long road ahead filled with learning and growth, I’ve noticed that he’s already grasped some important life lessons that many adults, including my husband, might benefit from revisiting. Here are thirteen insights from my toddler that I believe could enhance my husband’s approach to life and…
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10 Infamous Moms to Remember When You’re Frustrated with Your Own
Get Pregnant Fast When parenting gets tough and you’re feeling overwhelmed, it’s easy to let frustration take over. But remember, there are fictional moms out there whose actions make ours look positively saintly. Here is a list of ten notorious mothers that might just help you feel better about your own parenting journey. 10. Mrs.…
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When a Mother Craves Nurturing
Get Pregnant Fast About six months after I weaned my first child, I experienced a panic attack—on an airplane, with my son sleeping soundly in my arms. I vividly remember glancing at my partner, eyes wide with fear, as my heart raced and sweat dripped down my forehead, soaking my shirt. My partner, unsure of…