Tag: life lessons
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Confessions of a Football Mom
Parenting Insights on the Sport of Kings Get Pregnant Fast When my eldest son, Jake, announced he wanted to join the high school football team, I had no clue what was in store for me. I envisioned him casually running drills after school, wearing a helmet and cleats, then returning home to forget about it…
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Discover New York: A Guide for Your 20s
Get Pregnant Fast As the evening rain taps gently against the window, I find myself surrounded by the remnants of a busy day: laundry piles, scattered toys, and the remnants of dinner. For the first time in hours, the house is quiet, and my thoughts drift to the three little firecrackers resting peacefully. They’re full…
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What Every Jewish Girl Learns From Her Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Long before the concept of the “helicopter mom” emerged, Jewish mothers were already setting the standard. They wield a unique power, combining wisdom and warmth, always equipped with a cozy hug and a comforting bowl of chicken soup to soothe any ailment. Forget about your ambitions for a moment; let’s focus on…
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6 Valuable Lessons I Learned from My Mom’s Struggles with Alcoholism
Get Pregnant Fast From an early age, I discovered a great deal about beverages. I learned that red wine is best enjoyed at room temperature, white wine is delightful when chilled, and that one can indulge in a post-dinner drink (or several) without even needing a meal. I also became acutely aware of the fine…
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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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A Letter to My Younger Self
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Younger Me, You might not recognize the person I’ve become—these fine lines around my eyes tell tales of countless smiles, and my body has changed as I embraced the journey of motherhood after raising five wonderful children. Each scar on my belly is a testament to the beauty of this experience,…
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10 Insights Gained from Raising Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mother can be both a challenging and fulfilling journey. As my youngest son hits 16, I’ve learned some valuable lessons about raising boys that I’d like to share with you. 1. Choose Your Battles Wisely In a home filled with boys, you’ll find the toilet seat perpetually up, towels tossed…
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10 Ways My Dance Background Prepared Me for Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a classic print, often found in dance studios, that captures the essence of what it means to be a dancer. It showcases a pair of dancer’s legs in a fifth position plié, comically clad in tattered clothing. The tights are frayed, the leg warmers are in shambles, and the ballet shoes…