Tag: parenting
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What a Mother Appears Like When She’s Struggling to Maintain Composure
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting, there’s a universal expression we all know too well: “The Look.” It’s that carefully curated smile paired with a fiery glare, silently communicating, “I can’t scream right now because we’re in public, but you better listen to me—NOW.” Look into my eyes. Do you see the urgency?…
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The Enduring Heartache of Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast We recently sold our home. While it wasn’t a monumental event in the grand scheme of things—houses change hands daily and we hadn’t lived there for quite some time—part of me felt a significant weight as we closed that chapter. After relocating to the suburbs a few years back, we opted to…
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Can’t Afford Kids? Go Ahead and Have Them Anyway
Get Pregnant Fast In my mid-thirties, after experiencing an unexpected pregnancy that led to a miscarriage, my partner and I made the decision to actively pursue starting a family. It’s amazing how a pregnancy can prompt that crucial “where is this relationship headed?” discussion. We quickly agreed that we envisioned children in our future, and…
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There’s No ‘I’ in Parenting: A Team Approach to Raising Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat in the salon last week, listening to my hairstylist reflect on her maternity leave experience, I couldn’t help but nod in understanding. “My partner was home for a month, and it felt like a holiday for him,” she shared. “He went for daily runs and hung out with friends,…
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5 Baby Sleep Tips You Might Want to Keep to Yourself
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent to three little ones all under the age of 8, I’ve experienced my fair share of sleepless nights. Each of my children has their own unique sleeping challenges. My eldest insists on being held through the night, while my youngest seems to think 2 a.m. is prime time for…
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Pregnant for the Second Time: Embracing Fear and Anticipation
Get Pregnant Fast As I sip my half-caff coffee this morning, listening to my 16-month-old chatter away as she attempts to nap, I find myself in a whirlwind of emotions—utterly terrified. Why, you ask? Because just yesterday, I took not one, but eight pregnancy tests, all confirming the same news: I’m pregnant. Yes, indeed—pregnant. Eight…
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Embrace Every Moment: A Heartfelt Reminder for Mother’s Day
Get Pregnant Fast As the saying goes, “The days are long, but the years are short.” This sentiment resonates deeply with every parent, especially as they watch their little ones grow up too fast. This week, singer Mia Thompson shared a poignant video on her social media that is sure to tug at your heartstrings,…
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My Parenting Approach: ‘Do Your Best And Feel Bad About It’
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting has a way of turning our best-laid plans on their head. Before I became a parent, I envisioned myself as the kind of mom who could stick to her guns, unaffected by a child’s cries. But reality hit hard when I found myself swept up in the emotional turmoil of a…
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The 5 Unfortunate Ways Sibling Rivalry Makes Its Presence Known
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting guides and my style of parenting clash like oil and water. I tend to focus on the potential disasters awaiting my children if I stray from their advice, yet I often forget the specific strategies I should implement to avert these calamities. Kids = Chaos; Mom = Overwhelmed. It’s a tough…