Tag: independence
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Why I Allow My Son to “Win” in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast My eldest child is a master negotiator. From the moment he uttered his first word, he’s been challenging me about bedtime, extra screen time, and the number of chocolate chip cookies he can indulge in. What I’ve come to realize is that, beyond wanting that extra episode of his favorite show or…
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Your 21-Month-Old Toddler: Week 40 Insights
Get Pregnant Fast As your little one continues to grow, the world of discovery becomes even more thrilling. By now, your 21-month-old is likely familiar with major body parts, not only identifying them on herself but also pointing them out on dolls and even you! This blossoming awareness is something to celebrate, as it boosts…
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Garth Brooks’ Parenting Insights: What We Can Learn from a Country Legend
Get Pregnant Fast If Jenny McCarthy can pen extensive tomes on parenting, then surely Garth Brooks—the iconic figure of country music—can offer advice on raising daughters. After taking a significant hiatus from his career to focus on his family, Brooks is now stepping back into the limelight as his youngest child turns 18. With his…
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10 Days That Will Have Parents Shaking Their Heads at Their Teens
Get Pregnant Fast They always warned us, didn’t they? The wise but somewhat weary “seasoned parents” at the playground would share their sage advice. As I lamented about my toddler’s rebellion against afternoon naps, they’d nod knowingly, telling me, “Just wait until they’re teenagers.” I’d roll my eyes, thinking, “Seriously? I’d take a self-sufficient teen…
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5 Ways Technology Is Transforming Childhood
Get Pregnant Fast Sometimes I reflect on how my own childhood would have been different if I had access to today’s technology. Back then, computers were bulky machines that only a few tech-savvy kids knew how to use, and cell phones were enormous devices that hardly anyone carried around. Fast forward to today, and I…
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New Teen Driver? Moms, Get Ready for a Whole New Parenting Adventure
Get Pregnant Fast Buckle up, moms and dads, because it’s time to hit the road with your teen behind the wheel. Yes, that teen — the same little one who spent their early years zipping around in a toy car, crashing into walls and furniture without a care in the world. Now, as they prepare…
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4 Essential Guidelines for Adult Children Residing at Home
Get Pregnant Fast As summer fades and the back-to-school season approaches, not every parent is celebrating. While some moms are eagerly preparing for kids to head off to school, others find themselves with adult children returning home to nestle back under their roofs. For various reasons, not every recent high school graduate or college student…
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Embracing the Hangout House: Why I Love Hosting My Kids’ Friends
Get Pregnant Fast When my children were younger, the idea of hosting playdates felt overwhelming. I often found myself mentally preparing for the inevitable chaos, longing instead for quieter afternoons spent with just my kids—reading stories, playing in the sandbox, or enjoying the local park. Though I participated, I rarely initiated get-togethers; each playdate left…