Tag: family life
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15 Insights for My Friends Without Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As we navigate through various chapters of life, friendships often evolve. From our carefree childhood days to the responsibilities of adulthood, it’s common to drift apart from some and grow closer to others. I’ve managed to hold on to a core group of friends, some of whom have been by my side…
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9 Reasons Why I Might Not Be Whole Foods Material
Get Pregnant Fast I have a little secret to share—one that might raise eyebrows among the suburban moms of 2023. Here it goes: I don’t shop at Whole Foods. (Gasp!) And honestly, my excuse isn’t exactly groundbreaking. The nearest Whole Foods is a solid 15-minute drive longer than the grocery store just down the road.…
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15 Things Kids Struggle With More Than You Think
Get Pregnant Fast Kids excel at many things—like giving the best hugs, effortlessly picking up stray toys, and creating chaos that sends family pets running for cover. My 4-year-old son, for instance, seems to have a unique talent for startling the cat without ever coming close to touching it. Cats just know to steer clear…
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What’s Running Through a Mother’s Mind When the Kids Won’t Stop Chattering
Get Pregnant Fast My home is a constant symphony of chatter. If these walls could share their thoughts, they’d never experience silence, because my kids are always in full swing. As a writer by profession, I’m accustomed to wading through words daily. Yet, stepping into my living room feels like diving headfirst into a chaotic…
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10 Reasons to Hold Off on Potty Training
Get Pregnant Fast Potty training is often viewed as a crucial milestone for parents, and it’s easy to understand why. Transitioning kids out of diapers can save you money, reduce mess, and eliminate unpleasant odors—something every parent welcomes. I successfully potty trained my first child, Max, with relative ease, armed with a guidebook and plenty…
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Navigating the Landscape of Parenting Regrets
Get Pregnant Fast As the final college acceptance letters begin to arrive, I find myself grappling with a mix of emotions. While I thought I would be fully prepared for my daughter’s departure, I’m caught in this strange limbo that feels more like an ending than a beginning. Each letter she opens sounds like the…
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Parenting Without Technology: How Did Our Parents Manage?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the joys of parenting! While it can be one of the most fulfilling experiences in life, it’s not without its challenges. Yes, it’s true—dedicating a significant part of your life to nurturing young minds can sometimes feel overwhelming. Shocking, right? Who could have guessed that raising children could be anything less…
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10 Struggles Moms Face After 4 P.M.
Get Pregnant Fast When the clock strikes four in the afternoon, let’s be honest—most of us moms are ready to throw in the towel. The energy is depleted, the patience has waned, and all we really want is a meal we didn’t have to prepare, a glass (or three) of wine, and maybe even a…
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The Birth Plan I Wish I’d Created
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: Aug. 11, 2016 The other day, while tackling the never-ending task of cleaning, I stumbled upon a relic from my past that I wish had remained buried: my birth plan. As I flipped through the pages filled with my elaborate requests for a serene environment, soft…
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10 Thoughts That Cross My Mind While Preparing My Kids’ Lunch
Get Pregnant Fast Packing lunches ranks right up there with bedtime as one of the least enjoyable tasks of parenting. I can’t be the only one feeling this way. As I contemplate the countless lunches I’ll be preparing over my kids’ upbringing, I often wonder what I was thinking when I decided to have three…