Tag: milestones
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My Child’s Apraxia Tested My Inner Overachiever
Get Pregnant Fast For the first 32 years of my life, I prided myself on being an overachiever. I was driven to excel academically, maintain a flawless driving record, and even conquer every level of Candy Crush. As my daughter’s due date approached, I envisioned raising a prodigy who would grasp her colors before her…
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When Did Annual Graduation Celebrations Become the Norm?
Get Pregnant Fast As May wraps up, my social media feeds are filled with posts that scream #pleaseholdontgrowup or #stoptheclock. We all know the parents I’m talking about. Just nine months ago, they were celebrating their kids heading back to school, throwing parties with plenty of drinks and hashtags like #thankgoodnessforschool. But now, they have…
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Stop Stressing Over Your Baby’s Milestones, Mama!
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a common understanding that babies don’t arrive with a manual in hand. There’s no training course or certification needed to become a parent. You simply walk out of the hospital with your little one, filled with pride yet completely clueless about what comes next. Who hasn’t pulled over on the way…
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Your 40-Week-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
Get Pregnant Fast At 40 weeks old, your little one is full of energy and curiosity, and you’re likely feeling the same! While your baby might be crawling, pulling up on furniture, or even attempting to cruise, they are also on a mission to explore everything—including the dog food. Yes, you read that right. It’s…
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I’m Not Quite Ready for Kindergarten
Get Pregnant Fast When Oliver entered the world, he possessed an almost ethereal quality. His big, knowing eyes and a serene presence felt reminiscent of a wise elf or a tiny Yoda, a combination that both intrigued and unnerved me. My father remarked that before I knew it, I would be preparing for his school…
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Your 10-Month-Old Baby: Milestones and Development
Get Pregnant Fast At ten months old, your little explorer is likely on a quest to discover everything around them. This is an exciting time as babies become more mobile and curious. While they may be on a mission to get into things they shouldn’t, it’s essential to keep a watchful eye on them as…
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I’ve Got This, Mom: Embracing Independence in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we know how our little ones rely on us for everything, from feeding them to helping them burp. But as they grow, one of our key roles is to guide them toward independence—yikes! In a recent article, I reflected on the importance of letting go as our children mature. Often,…
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Embracing the Lasts: A Reflection on Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast The moment you become a parent, you’re flooded with excitement for all the “firsts” your child will experience. You count down the days until they roll over on their own, savor the joy of their first taste of rice cereal, and celebrate the thrill of their first tooth. Each milestone is documented…