Tag: new moms
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10 Cards for New Moms: A Lighthearted Guide
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the world of new motherhood can be quite the adventure, and finding the right words to share with a new mom can feel like a daunting task. During a recent trip to a local card shop, I spent quite some time searching for the ideal message to send to a friend…
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Cut the Onesie Off and Other Permissions for New Moms
Get Pregnant Fast As new parents, we often find ourselves craving a bunch of things: uninterrupted sleep, hot showers, meals enjoyed with both hands, and a laundry situation that doesn’t resemble a Mount Everest of clothes. Did I mention sleep? As a new mom myself, I’ve come to understand that one thing parents—especially moms—really don’t…
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New Moms, Don’t Confuse My Parenting Journey with Expertise
Get Pregnant Fast As a soon-to-be mom of four, I had an enlightening moment leaving a diner, my two-year-old in tow. In the entryway, I spotted a couple with a newborn. I smiled and offered a genuine, “Congratulations!” When my husband arrived with our older kids, the new dad’s eyes widened in admiration. “Wow, that’s…
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Essential Items for New Moms in 2025
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, soon-to-be moms! If you’re preparing for your little one, you might be wondering what essentials you really need. Here’s a friendly list of must-haves that can make your life a whole lot easier. Nasal Aspirator: The FridaBaby NoseFrida is a game-changer for those stuffy noses, and at just $22, it’s…
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Motherhood: A Journey Shared
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 Originally Published: Feb. 6, 2023 Dear New Mama, Welcome to this exhilarating new chapter of your life. It’s a world that’s not only more chaotic and frightening than you ever anticipated but also infused with a beauty that is beyond compare. Your perspective is shifting; your body is…
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6 Pieces of Advice New Moms Would Rather Avoid
Get Pregnant Fast When you become a mom, it seems everyone has a piece of advice to share. While some of it is genuinely helpful—especially when accompanied by a comforting bottle of wine or a thoughtful gift card—others can be downright frustrating. Here are six pieces of advice that new mothers often find unhelpful. “Cherish…
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10 Post-Pregnancy Realities: The Good, the Bad, and the Leaky
Get Pregnant Fast So, you’ve welcomed a little one into the world—congratulations! You’ve tackled the hardest part, right? No more awkward waddling, no more unsolicited belly rubs (unless you encounter an overly friendly stranger who thinks your post-pregnancy belly is still fair game, but that’s a different story). As you embark on this new chapter…
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eBay Significantly Enhances Maternity Leave for New Moms
Get Pregnant Fast In a welcome move, eBay has announced a substantial update to its parental leave policy, allowing new mothers to take 24 weeks of fully paid leave after childbirth—more than double the previous offering of 10 weeks at 80% pay. This shift aligns eBay with other tech giants like Facebook, Google, Amazon, and…
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Mom’s Candid Reflection Resonates With Every Mother Facing Breastfeeding Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast Breastfeeding isn’t as easy as many might think. A recent post from a mom in Nashville cuts through the misconceptions and lays bare the struggles new mothers often face. Just because breastfeeding is a natural process doesn’t mean it comes without its difficulties. In her heartfelt post, Leah, known for her Instagram…
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Please Don’t Offer Help If You Don’t Truly Mean It
Get Pregnant Fast As I approach the final weeks of my second pregnancy, my growing belly is impossible to conceal, and I’m feeling the physical challenges that come with it—walking, sitting, standing, and even carrying my two-year-old can be quite the ordeal. During this time, I often hear the familiar, yet insincere, phrase from friends…