Tag: family values
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A Practical Interpretation of Your Friend’s Latest Facebook Update
Get Pregnant Fast This morning, I whipped up a batch of gluten-free, nut-free agave sweetened oatmeal cookies. I prioritize serving my child only wholesome, homemade meals that are made with ingredients sourced from fairly treated workers; I also hold the view that sugar may contribute to developmental issues. These treats were for Leo’s homeschooling group.…
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Why I Want My Children to Understand What a Good Parent Looks Like
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve been navigating some challenging conversations with my therapist lately, particularly around my values and the motivations behind them. She pointed out that many of my beliefs seem to stem from a series of “not” statements. For instance, when asked what I want from my career, I replied, “I don’t want to…
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How to Avoid Raising a Narcissist
Get Pregnant Fast In Greek mythology, the tale of Narcissus serves as a cautionary fable about self-obsession. He became so enamored with his own reflection in a pool of water that he ultimately lost his life there. This myth gives us the term “narcissism,” a personality trait characterized by vanity, arrogance, and self-centeredness. We’ve all…
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Raising Compassionate Kids in a Chaotic World
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting today often feels like a balancing act, especially when it comes to instilling values in our children. I’m the parent who makes it a point to shout “Be kind!” as my kids hop out of the car each morning. While some might think it’s a bit odd, I believe that kindness…
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9 Lessons Happy Couples Impart to Their Children About Healthy Relationships
Get Pregnant Fast Just the other day, my little boy, who is four, asked if I could join him for a game while I was frying potatoes and the baby was wailing in his high chair. Naturally, I agreed, albeit with a forced cheerfulness, as I often find myself snapping at him when he requests…
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I Desire to Love and Be Loved: A Gay Man’s Perspective on Adoption
Get Pregnant Fast As an openly gay man in my early 50s, the desire to adopt has led me to face numerous curious looks and pointed inquiries, most notably, “Why?” Why indeed? This question has trailed me since I took my first parenting class last summer. Initially, I felt compelled to produce some elaborate justification…
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25 Essential Lessons in Feminism for My Sons
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often reflect on the lessons I want to impart to my children. One of the most profound teachings I received came from my father about two decades ago. While washing the dishes together, he emphasized the importance of self-sufficiency: “If you want something in life, you need to…
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Why Watching The Goonies Can Make Your Child a Better Person
Get Pregnant Fast Every summer, I make it a point to introduce my kids to classic movies from the ’80s and ’90s that I cherished during my childhood. These films hold a special meaning for me, and I hope they resonate with my sons in the same way. This year, we’ve added some new titles…
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5 Valuable Lessons Southern Girls Inherit From Their Mothers
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up in the South comes with a unique set of traditions and wisdom passed down from mothers to daughters. Here are five essential lessons that Southern girls learn from their moms that shape their lives and character. 1. The Importance of Hospitality One of the first lessons Southern girls learn is…