Tag: child development
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Give Your Baby What They Need for Your Sanity
Get Pregnant Fast I remember visiting my friend, Sarah, shortly after she welcomed her little one. As I quietly entered her room with flowers, some trail mix, and the latest gossip magazines, I overheard her pediatrician questioning why her baby had a pacifier in her mouth. “I just couldn’t nurse her anymore, and every time…
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Your One-Year-Old’s Week 2 Menu: Navigating Naptime Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, sleep! It’s a precious commodity that every parent yearns for, especially when your little one finally starts sleeping through the night. But just when you thought you were out of the woods, your child’s sleep patterns may take an unexpected turn. Don’t despair; this phase is temporary, and it too shall…
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What It’s Like Raising a Talkative Child: A Personal Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast When my son reached the age of stringing words together, it felt like the floodgates had opened. He hasn’t stopped chatting since! His thoughts spill over from dawn to dusk, and when he runs out of ideas, he fills the silence with playful sounds. Nowadays, he always has something to express or…
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5 Strategies for Nurturing a Confident Daughter Who Voices Her Thoughts
Get Pregnant Fast On a recent morning, I received an unexpected call from my daughter’s science teacher. She expressed concern that my typically enthusiastic daughter was struggling in her favorite subject. Upon speaking with her, I learned that my daughter felt overwhelmed and anxious about asking questions in class, often preferring to remain silent rather…
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The Anxiety of a New School Year: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast As dawn breaks on the first day of school, I find myself jolted awake at 5 a.m., feeling as if I’m the one stepping into middle school today. It’s a whirlwind of anxiety as I prepare to send my kids off to fifth and seventh grades. Why the worry, you might ask?…
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5 Essential Insights for New Dads
Get Pregnant Fast In true dad fashion, when my partner and I found out we were expecting, my first instinct was to upgrade our television. After all, the old floor model wouldn’t suffice for our incoming bundle of joy—what if she decided to launch herself at it? Naturally, this led me on a quest for…
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Yes, It’s Absolutely Fine to Be Friends With Your Child
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I stumbled upon a viral video titled “I’m Not Your Friend, Kid,” created by vlogger Sarah Mitchell. The humorous premise suggests that parents shouldn’t befriend their children, as it supposedly undermines their authority. While I chuckled at Sarah’s witty commentary about parenting, I must respectfully disagree with her main point. I…
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Emotionally Healthy Alternatives to Things You Might Say to Your Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed at times, but you’ve probably taken courses on child development and strive to emulate the calm demeanor of perfectly patient characters. Yet, even the most composed parents can find themselves uttering things they wish they hadn’t. Fear not! Here are some reimagined responses that…
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The Plight of the Firstborn: A Candid Look at the Real Struggles
Get Pregnant Fast When we discuss the trials of parenting, it’s easy to fall into the familiar narrative surrounding the second-born child. But what about the firstborn? This privileged position often comes with an unexpected burden. The firstborn is typically the recipient of endless attention and gifts—a veritable guinea pig for their parents’ ever-evolving parenting…
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You Complete Him: Embracing Single Parenting After Siblings Depart
Get Pregnant Fast My youngest child, now 11 and significantly younger than his siblings, recently expressed a sudden realization that took me by surprise. As he processed his sister’s acceptance into college, he turned to me with wide eyes and said, “Wait a minute, it’ll just be you and me for the next…”—he began to…