Tag: child development
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Please Allow My Child to Bring a Gift to Your Birthday Celebration
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: September 10, 2023 Originally Published: November 13, 2015 One of the things that brings my son the greatest joy is creating cards for his loved ones and selecting small gifts. He willingly shares his belongings and often saves his allowance to buy little surprises for his sister. Just the other day,…
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Why Moms Are Still Essential in the Age of Google
Get Pregnant Fast There will come a day when my child thinks I’m less than brilliant. A time is on the horizon—probably about a decade from now—when he’ll roll his eyes at my attempts to explain something. As a parent, that reality is both daunting and inevitable. This incredible little person I brought into the…
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5 Strategies to Encourage Your Child to Embrace New Experiences
Get Pregnant Fast Not long ago, I observed my 5-year-old son, Leo, as he hesitantly approached the towering “big kid” water slide at our local pool. At first, he stood back, watching the other kids soar down with gleeful shouts. As he focused on their joyous splashes, I could see the mix of fear and…
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One Day My Kids Will Understand
Get Pregnant Fast It’s Monday morning, and once again, I find myself barricaded behind the bathroom door, desperately seeking refuge from my two energetic boys. Just two minutes is all I need to recuperate from the morning madness and gulp down enough coffee to mask the overwhelming exhaustion. As I relish this rare moment of…
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10 More Silly Things I’ve Blurted Out to My Toddlers
Get Pregnant Fast Since stepping into the whirlwind of parenthood, I’ve found myself saying some downright ridiculous things. It’s like my brain short-circuits when the chaos escalates. Instead of taking a breather in my “reflection chair” to consider my words carefully, I often let nonsense spill out of my mouth. Here’s a collection of gems…
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8 Essential Parenting Courses Every Parent Should Consider
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a journey filled with unexpected challenges and delightful surprises. To help navigate this wild ride, here are eight invaluable courses that every parent should consider taking. Culinary Skills for Parents One-Handed Meal Preparation I: Learn the art of cooking while managing a child weighing between 5 and 30 pounds on…
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10 Signs Your Sweet Little Girl is Transitioning into a Tween
Get Pregnant Fast Wondering if your once-adorable little girl—the one who used to run to you with giggles, savor every bite of her meals, and cuddle up while you read her bedtime stories—has officially transformed from a cherubic child into a spirited tween? Trust me, we’ve navigated the tumultuous tween years with our daughter long…
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10 Reasons I Hold Toddlers in High Regard
Get Pregnant Fast Let me begin by expressing my sincere admiration for toddlers, those oft-criticized little beings. As one vibrant toddler once proclaimed, “Toddlers are a lot like real people. But better.” Navigating the toddler years can be quite the adventure. On one hand, there’s innocence; on the other, well, let’s say they have their…
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Baby Boys Need More Love and Attention Than You Think: A Call for Compassionate Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast When our first son arrived, I vividly remember the deluge of baby clothes we received. While I appreciated every gift, there were certain items that just didn’t sit right with me. Specifically, anything that screamed aggressive masculinity was quickly tossed aside. I’m not referring to the standard blue outfits or the adorable…
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Embracing the Journey of Childhood: Letting Go in Their Own Time
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit in my minivan, I can’t help but notice the blue blanket nestled in the center console. It’s been there for four days now, and while I refer to it as a “blanket,” the truth is more along the lines of “well-loved, hole-riddled rag.” For nearly a decade, this blanket…