Tag: stress management
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Mental Health Days: A Necessity for Every Workplace
Get Pregnant Fast In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, even the most dedicated employees can find it challenging to muster the enthusiasm to tackle the workday. We’ve all experienced those moments where all we crave is the comfort of our beds. Stress, anxiety, and occasional depression are common, yet they are often…
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10 Alternative March Madness Scenarios for Parents Who Aren’t Basketball Fans
OVERLOAD OF EVENTS. March stands out as the only month in the school year devoid of holidays, yet it’s crammed with every possible parent workshop, conference, field trip, and fundraiser. You might develop a serious case of carpal tunnel from signing a mountain of permission slips. TIME CRUNCH. For those of us juggling jobs and…
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Is Homework the Real Issue?
Get Pregnant Fast Back in the 1980s, when I was in elementary school, homework was a staple of our education. Many of my peers from Generation X share similar memories—spelling exercises, vocabulary drills, or a simple worksheet were part of our routine. The unspoken rule at home was clear: no playtime until the homework was…
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I’m the Parent Who Doesn’t RSVP to Your Kid’s Birthday Bash
Get Pregnant Fast When you step into the world of parenthood, you find yourself unwittingly part of a community, a collective of fellow parents who share a common experience. This shared journey can often feel like a lifeline, providing valuable support and camaraderie. Yet, there are moments when you might wish for a break from…
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10 Surprising Changes When I Stopped Yelling for a Week
Get Pregnant Fast Yelling. It might be effective for grabbing attention in a crowded place, like a birthday party, but when it comes to parenting, it often does more harm than good. I admit, I’ve been guilty of raising my voice in moments of frustration, transforming into a cartoon character at my wit’s end. However,…
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The Evening Struggle That Is Homework
Get Pregnant Fast A recent note from a second-grade teacher gained significant attention for a good reason. “This year, there will be no assigned homework,” she informed parents. “Instead, I encourage you to spend your evenings engaging in activities that support student success. Enjoy family dinners, read together, play outside, and ensure your child gets…
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Why I’m Accepting My Imperfect Parenting Style
Get Pregnant Fast “The way we speak to our children becomes their internal dialogue.” This quote lingers in my mind, dragging me into a pit of parenting guilt that feels insurmountable. I’ve found myself in situations where I truly don’t want my child’s inner voice to echo my own frustrations. In moments of stress, my…
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I’m Delicate, But At Least I’m Organized
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Right now, emotions are running high in our household. My eldest is preparing to depart for college, while my youngest is stepping into the world of high school. I feel utterly powerless as these significant changes unfold, and truth be told, I’m not ready for it. It’s not just me feeling…