Tag: fatherhood
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No One Outsmarts the Importance of Your Child’s Hygiene: A New Dad’s Take on Parenting and Poop
Get Pregnant Fast When you embark on the journey of parenthood, you quickly get familiar with your little one’s bodily functions. And let’s be honest, it doesn’t take long to become desensitized to it. New dad, Alex Thompson, recently shared his experiences on a popular podcast, revealing how intertwined poop and parenting truly are. In…
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A Determined Dad Searches for Unclaimed Land to Make His Daughter a ‘Real Princess’
Get Pregnant Fast When Lucas Barnett’s little girl turned six, she expressed a whimsical dream of becoming a princess. Rather than dismissing her innocent wish as many parents might—smiling and nodding while internally chuckling—Lucas took her request to heart. He set out on an extraordinary quest to find a piece of unclaimed land, envisioning a…
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Dads, If You Have the Option for Paternity Leave, Take It—All of It.
Get Pregnant Fast As my wife, Sarah, approached the final month of her pregnancy, I found myself in a conversation with my supervisor about paternity leave. This was about three years ago. “Don’t take too much time off,” Tom advised. “Your students might really suffer.” Sitting at my desk, I felt a wave of guilt…
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How a Father Expresses His Affection
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to love, fathers often take on the role of the unsung hero. While we might fantasize about dramatic scenarios where we swoop in to save the day, the true essence of fatherhood lies in the everyday moments that often go unnoticed. As dads, we yearn to showcase our devotion…
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Paternity Leave: A Necessary Component of Paid Family Leave
Get Pregnant Fast I welcomed my second child into the world this past January. It’s hard to believe that over eight months have gone by, and yet I feel like I’m still in recovery mode. But maybe I shouldn’t say that out loud since I didn’t physically bring the baby into the world. After all,…
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Dads, Set Aside Your Work and Let the Kids Climb on You
Get Pregnant Fast I recently attended a gathering where a father of five shared his insights on parenting with a group of dads. His kids ranged from ages 7 to 21, and while he touched on various subjects, one statement resonated deeply with me: “Fellas, when you come home, just drop your bag and let…
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Single Dad’s Heartwarming Facebook Post Highlights the Best of Online Support
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s digital world, it’s easy for parents to feel overwhelmed by the harsh judgments that often surface online. However, amidst the negativity, there are shining examples of how the internet can provide vital support during challenging times. A recent post by a single father on a parenting Facebook group illustrated just…
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Dear Stepfather: Our Gratitude for Embracing Us as Your Own
Get Pregnant Fast To my stepdad, I still vividly recall the day you first arrived at our doorstep, balancing three pizzas in your hands. You knew that a house filled with teenagers could always use a good meal. But I was a girl caught in a struggle with my own insecurities, unwilling to eat, consumed…