Tag: family values
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How to Talk to Your Child About LGBTQ+ Individuals
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, it’s clear that raising children involves more than just providing food, discipline, and financial support. Kids require emotional development, thoughtful guidance, and yes, a safe space to understand the world around them—including the presence of LGBTQ+ individuals. You may find yourself wondering how to navigate conversations about same-sex couples when…
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Nurturing Kindness in Kids: The Imperfect Parenting Journey
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the challenges of raising children. My partner, Alex, and I are far from perfect, and we’ve embraced our shortcomings. Together, we’re navigating the wild world of parenting alongside our three wonderfully chaotic kids. From the very beginning, it was clear that we were…
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The Essential Lesson We Must Impart to Our Children: ‘Damn It, You’ve Got to Be Kind’
Get Pregnant Fast In the wise words of Kurt Vonnegut, a celebrated American author known for masterpieces like Cat’s Cradle and Slaughterhouse-Five, he poignantly stated in God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater that “Hello babies. Welcome to Earth. It’s hot in the summer and cold in the winter. It’s round and wet and crowded. On the…
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10 Reasons Why Having a Mom in Office Would Make Things Happen
Get Pregnant Fast In a world that seems to be throwing a perpetual tantrum, it’s clear we could use a calming presence—someone who knows how to get things done with a firm but loving hand. Enter the idea of having a mom in office. Moms have a unique way of managing chaos, and here’s why…
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8 Valuable Life Lessons from ‘Little House on the Prairie’
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I borrowed the complete Season 1 DVD set of the classic TV show Little House on the Prairie from a friend. My intention was to cozy up with my kids and introduce them to the simpler, albeit challenging, joys of life on the American frontier. In a world filled with fast-paced…
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They Embrace Life with Joy: 14 Ways Our Kids Outshine Us
Get Pregnant Fast Even with the occasional chaos they cause—like turning the living room into a paper mountain—I firmly believe that kids possess a unique intelligence that often outstrips our own. From the moment they enter the world, babies are wired to understand essential concepts such as love, warmth, and connection. Honestly, I find myself…
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How Our LGBTQ+ Identity Shapes Our Parenting Journey
Get Pregnant Fast On a recent subway ride home, I found myself reflecting on the significance of National Coming Out Day, especially as I noticed a series of impactful PFLAG (Parents, Families, Friends, and Allies of Toronto’s LGBTQ community) posters. The messages resonated deeply with me, reminding me of my own coming out experience. I…
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Josh Duggar’s Ashley Madison Accounts: A Hypocritical Revelation
Get Pregnant Fast In a shocking twist that seems almost scripted, it has come to light that Josh Duggar, a well-known advocate for family values, maintained a paid account on Ashley Madison, the infamous site designed for infidelity. This revelation emerged following a massive data breach that exposed the personal information of countless users, and…
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How to Raise Your Kids as Global Citizens
Get Pregnant Fast In a world that is increasingly interconnected, it’s essential to instill in our children the values of global citizenship. My upbringing was shaped by a powerful quote: “The earth is but one country, and mankind its citizens.” This perspective, while acknowledging my roots, compels me to view the world as one vast…
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Is Teaching Chivalry to Our Sons Compatible with Feminism?
Get Pregnant Fast As someone who always imagined having a daughter, I find myself navigating the unique landscape of raising sons. These boys, while wonderful, will undoubtedly experience the world through a lens that differs vastly from my own. As a mother committed to feminism, I am determined to instill in them the values of…