Tag: parenting
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Breastfeeding, Formula Feeding—What’s the Big Deal?
Get Pregnant Fast As we observe “World Breastfeeding Week” and “National Breastfeeding Month,” it’s a moment to honor the act of nursing, eliminate the stigma surrounding public breastfeeding, and enlighten others about the advantages of breastfeeding. These initiatives are undeniably important. However, for mothers like myself who couldn’t breastfeed their children, this month often evokes…
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Things I Will Miss About the Baby Stage
Get Pregnant Fast As my youngest child recently celebrated her first birthday, I find myself reflecting on the bittersweet transition from babyhood to the next stages of life. Each milestone brings joy, yet a part of me mourns the end of the baby stage. While I am relieved to no longer navigate the challenges of…
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The 10 Most Challenging Aspects of Being Married to a Pregnant Woman
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy can be a tumultuous journey, not just for the expectant mother but also for her partner. After I shared my thoughts on the trials of pregnancy, my good friend Jake Thompson decided to shed light on the flip side: the ten biggest challenges of being married to a pregnant woman. Having…
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My Parenting Approach: ‘Do Your Best And Feel Bad About It’
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting has a way of turning our best-laid plans on their head. Before I became a parent, I envisioned myself as the kind of mom who could stick to her guns, unaffected by a child’s cries. But reality hit hard when I found myself swept up in the emotional turmoil of a…
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Why My Marriage Mirrors the Chaos of Elizabeth and Philip’s on ‘The Americans’
Get Pregnant Fast The typical married life can often feel mundane. My partner and I have been navigating the waters of matrimony for nearly 12 years, and the most dramatic issue we’ve encountered is something like, “I bought another gift for YOUR mother.” In stark contrast, Elizabeth and Philip Jennings—KGB spies entangled in love and…
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Baby Registry Essentials: What You Need to Know
Get Pregnant Fast Starting your baby registry can seem intimidating, especially if you’re a first-time mom. However, narrowing down the essentials and discovering the perks of various registries can be a fun and rewarding experience. With a bit of guidance, you’ll be well on your way to creating the perfect registry. Creating Your Baby Registry…
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How to Raise a Small Army
Get Pregnant Fast When I share that I’m a mom to five children, people often pause, their expressions shifting to a mix of disbelief and pity. The societal norm seems to dictate that three is the maximum acceptable number of kids—unless you fall into certain categories, of course. But beyond that threshold, reactions can range…
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Embrace the Imperfect in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real for a second: it often seems like other moms are acing this parenting thing. They’re whipping up Pinterest-worthy crafts and orchestrating joyful sing-alongs while their little ones look picture-perfect. Meanwhile, you might feel like you’re just trying to survive the chaos of the day, and it’s only been ten…