Tag: parenting
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The Perks of Being a Late Bloomer
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat down to watch my favorite series, I couldn’t help but feel a bit behind. While the world was buzzing over Chris Evans’ latest blockbuster, I was just diving into season two of Parks and Recreation, where he’s still the charming but awkward guy shining shoes for a living. Once…
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The 11 Best Ride-On Toys of 2025 for Little Feet
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, fellow parents! If you’re looking to get your little ones moving and grooving, ride-on toys are a fantastic way to encourage their physical development. Not only are they fun, but they also help kids build balance and coordination skills. Here’s a roundup of our top picks for 2025 that will…
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Why I’m Going Back to College in My 40s
Get Pregnant Fast I’m 44 years old, a mother of two, and I’ve navigated through life’s rollercoaster filled with ups and downs. From the joy of bringing two beautiful children into the world to the heartache of miscarriages, I’ve faced significant challenges. I’ve relocated to a new state, experienced a divorce, lost a home, and…
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9 Insights Gained from 9 Years of Raising Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up surrounded by girls, I never truly understood boys. My childhood was spent with my sister and our single mother, so the house was filled with feminine energy. While I had a few male friends over the years, my closest companion has always been my husband, whom I met in our…
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That Will Never Be Me: A Candid Reflection on Motherhood and Breastfeeding
Get Pregnant Fast We gathered in a circle, some perched on metal folding chairs while others sank into faded floral couches that surely dated back to the 1980s. As I scanned the room filled with mothers—some cradling their infants and others with slightly older children—I found myself questioning, “What am I doing here?” My eyes…
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It’s Time to Prioritize Outdoor Play for Our Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Image via Shutterstock In today’s structured school environments, children are missing out on the vital unstructured playtime they desperately need. Despite their boundless energy, kids are often confined to rigid schedules that limit their freedom to explore and play. Pediatric experts are raising concerns about this trend, urging schools to rethink their…
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The Ultimate Representation of Men in Labor
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy and childbirth are often viewed through the lens of the mother’s experiences, but it’s essential to recognize that fathers go through their share of stress as well. As we support the incredible journey of bringing a new life into the world, we sometimes overlook the emotional turmoil that dads face during…
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Is It (Really, Really) Hot In Here, Or Is It Just Me?
Get Pregnant Fast It had been quite a while since we ventured into the great outdoors, and let me tell you, our garden and lawn were in dire need of attention. After hours of hard work, we filled six yard waste bags to the brim. The satisfaction of reclaiming our yard was incredible, and I…
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How I’ve Disappointed My Super Crunchy Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Back in the ’70s, my parents embraced a lifestyle that leaned heavily into natural health and wellness, shaped significantly by my father’s chiropractic practice. Their approach to holistic living was ahead of its time, and while they didn’t fit the mold of traditional hippies, their choices were certainly inspired by those values.…