Tag: gratitude
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Establishing Boundaries with Grandparents: It’s Not About Being Ungrateful
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, establishing boundaries is a fundamental right, regardless of how much help grandparents provide. Many parents find themselves incredibly fortunate to have grandparents who step in, whether it’s for occasional date nights or regular childcare while they work. However, what should you do when those well-meaning grandparents cross…
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Why I’m Deeply Thankful for My Mother
Get Pregnant Fast As a child, I often found myself envious of classmates whose mothers seemed to be a constant presence at school events—whether it was helping with art projects, chaperoning field trips, or sneaking in extra cookies at lunch. My mother, a single parent, was unable to be that kind of mom. While I…
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Hope: A Double-Edged Sword in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast In many aspects, we find ourselves fortunate. We rarely visit doctors since there’s little they can do for our situation. Our days are not consumed with hospital visits, our child is spared from harsh treatments, and we are spared the anguish of watching them suffer in pursuit of recovery. The time we…
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Julianne Wright: ‘I Hope I’m a Good Mother’
Get Pregnant Fast In a candid discussion with lifestyle writer Lisa Harper, actress Julianne Wright opened up about her experiences as a working mother, the challenges of rejection in her career, and the values that matter most to her. When you wrapped filming on such an intense project, was it difficult to leave that character…
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The Most Encouraging Words for Moms Raising Young Children
Get Pregnant Fast As I stood in the grocery aisle, juggling a cart full of snacks and three active toddlers, I didn’t notice her approach until she spoke directly to me. It was Thursday evening at 5:30 p.m., and I was on a mission for bananas. It had been a long day, and the thought…
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Hey Kids, It’s Time to Stop the First-World Complaining
Get Pregnant Fast Our family once lived in a spacious home in a popular neighborhood in the suburbs of Seattle. Like many American families, we had a modern refrigerator complete with a water dispenser that filtered out impurities. One day, while filling up a glass of water, I found myself grumbling, “Ugh, this water takes…
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No Need to Feel Sorry for Me for Having ‘Another’ Son
Get Pregnant Fast I’m expecting my second child—another boy. After this, my family plan is complete, and I’m genuinely, absolutely, completely fine with that. But I’ve come to realize that I’ll be explaining my contentment for many years to come. Gender disappointment is a common phenomenon, where parents feel let down if their child doesn’t…
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Cherishing the Simple Moments in Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast Rainy days with a newborn can feel like a mixed blessing. While being stuck indoors isn’t always ideal, especially when you’re sleep-deprived, there’s a certain charm to cuddling up with a little one who spends most of their time napping (and keeping you awake at night). Trust me, being housebound with a…
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Embracing the Sleep-Deprived Newborn Phase
Get Pregnant Fast I’m currently navigating the wild waters of the newborn phase: my little one is just 12 days old. Honestly, I’ve lost track of time, as the days and nights blur into one continuous stretch. I’m not sure when I last ventured outside or even took a shower, and my slippers seem to…
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A Tribute to Educators: A Heartfelt Thank You
Get Pregnant Fast As the school year unfolds, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to all the teachers who will touch my child’s life this year. Thank you for the countless hours you dedicate to grading papers and planning engaging lessons. Your influence extends far beyond academics; you shape young minds…