Tag: child-rearing
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25 Genuine Toddler Tips for Real Parents
Get Pregnant Fast I’m currently navigating the toddler phase for the third time, and let me tell you, it’s been a rollercoaster ride. I’ve seen plenty of so-called “expert” lists filled with tips that sound great but often miss the mark. These lists can make you feel inadequate or like something is wrong with your…
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10 Reasons Parenting a Toddler Feels Like Serving Time in Prison
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting a toddler can feel a lot like being behind bars. Sure, you’re not in a cell, but sometimes it feels just as confining. The reality is, your daily routine often revolves around your little one’s needs, especially when they’re in that challenging toddler phase. The urgency of getting them home for…
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We’ve Got a Little Speedster
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting We’ve Got a Little Speedster by Sarah Mitchell Updated: November 9, 2020 Originally Published: August 1, 2015 My 3-year-old is a tiny tornado. Taking him to the playground feels like releasing a wild stallion in a crowded city square. The moment I unbuckle him from his stroller, he bolts toward…
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13 Reasons Why Weekends Don’t Exist for Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the weekend! A concept that once held promise and excitement. Before motherhood, Fridays signaled the start of two glorious days filled with friends, sleep-ins, and time to indulge in hobbies like reading, cleaning, cooking, and working out. It felt like a mini-vacation! Now, as a mom, the arrival of Friday brings…
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The Moment I Knew I Was Truly Finished Having Children
Get Pregnant Fast Some parents know right away if they’re done expanding their family after one or two kids. Others might feel a lingering desire for more but make the tough decision to stop due to financial constraints or biological factors. However, many of us find ourselves caught in the “I think I’m done, but…
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What You Sacrifice When Your Kids Outnumber You
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is no walk in the park, even on your best days. Whether you’re raising one child or have a crew that could rival a small army, the challenges are real. As a mom of four (yes, I understand how it happens, thank you!), I can confidently say that while each additional…
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10 Times I Wish I Weren’t a Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mom is a wild rollercoaster ride, filled with intense love and moments of sheer chaos. I adore my children in a way that defies explanation—it’s a fierce, protective love that makes me feel like I could take on the world for them. But let’s be real: motherhood can be utterly…
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Please Stop Asking Me, “Do You Want More Kids?”
Get Pregnant Fast In society, there’s a common belief that after having two or three children, most families are done expanding. When you meet someone with five or more kids, the assumption is that they’ve lost touch with social norms and may be a bit eccentric. Thus, the question shifts from “Are you finished?” to…
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The Parental Aptitude Test: Essential for Every High School Student
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, my eldest came home with a math assignment featuring problems reminiscent of the SAT. This led me to a realization: the SATs are largely pointless and often unessential. If students excel academically in high school, they’re likely to continue that success in college. Conversely, if their high school grades are poor,…