Tag: Sibling Relationships
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To My Middle Child, The Lucky One
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Middle Child, Let’s get real for a moment. You often bear an undeserved reputation. The middle child syndrome isn’t something you inherently develop; it’s something society places on you. The truth? You’ve actually hit the jackpot in many ways. Take your older sibling, for instance. With him, we had high hopes…
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Essential Parenting Lessons I Gained From My Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting wisdom often comes from unexpected places, and for me, it was the lessons learned from my own parents. As I reflect on my upbringing, I realize just how much their approach shaped my understanding of parenting today. Here are some core insights I’ve gathered over the years: Yelling: A Signal, Not…
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I Show Favoritism Towards My Daughter—And My Son Knows It
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Jan. 19, 2016 Originally Published: March 26, 2009 Let me start and end with this: I cherish my son deeply and love him just as much as my daughter. I truly enjoyed my pregnancy, carrying my baby everywhere and feeling him kick while dreaming about who he might become. When he…
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5 Reasons Why Being the Youngest Sibling is Awesome
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to birth order, there’s no shortage of articles discussing how it shapes our personalities. While being the oldest might make you a natural leader and being the middle child could enhance your adaptability, being the youngest sibling has its own unique set of perks. I’ve had my share of…
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A Heartfelt Note to My Childhood Fairy from My Adult Self
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Lila, You never mentioned how challenging this adulting gig would be. Recently, I stumbled upon the collection of letters you penned to me over the years, written in your whimsical fairy script. Don’t fret; I’ve safeguarded them in a heart-shaped box alongside all the other sentimental treasures I refused to let…
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Why I’m Grateful for My Kids’ Team Spirit
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a rollercoaster ride, can’t it? Just the other day, I found myself in a standoff with my daughter. Let’s just say, things were tense. She was in her room, door firmly shut, and I was in mine, equally determined to assert my authority. After all, I’m the parent, and…
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My Son Used to Crave ‘Just Us’ Time—Now I Find Myself Asking for It
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emma Lawson As my eldest child approached his second birthday, our family dynamic shifted dramatically with the arrival of his younger sister. For nearly two years, it felt like it was just the two of us against the world. Rarely did we have a babysitter, and I seldom left his side.…
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Why Our Parents Set the Bar So High
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting, it’s almost impossible to escape the shadow of our parents. Whether you’re striving to meet their expectations or determined to surpass them, your parents inevitably serve as the benchmark against which you gauge your own parenting skills. Growing up, my parents were the epitome of organization and…
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A Letter to My Other Children: From a Parent of a Child with Special Needs
Get Pregnant Fast To my dear kids, I want you to know just how much I love you. My affection for you is as profound as my love for your younger brother, who has special needs and often demands much of my time, energy, and focus. I see the way you cherish him; the bond…
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The Journey of Raising an Only Child: Insights from a New Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Life rarely unfolds as we imagine it will. When I first met Ryan, a divorced dad with three little ones, I had spent over a decade exploring life in New York City, uncertain if I’d ever find my soulmate. Just one month into our relationship, I posed my pivotal question: “Do you…