Tag: bonding
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10 Activities I Cherish Doing with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast While there are certainly many things I prefer to do solo—like taking a shower, driving long distances, tidying up the house, or even playing competitive games (sorry, kiddos)—there are also countless activities that become infinitely more enjoyable when I share them with my children. The joy of these experiences may vary depending…
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It’s Absolutely Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
Get Pregnant Fast In recent months, nursing mothers have faced criticism for being too engrossed in their phones during breastfeeding—coined as “brexting,” a term that honestly makes me cringe. Detractors argue that mothers become so distracted by their screens that they miss out on crucial bonding moments with their babies. Some even warn that excessive…
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This Is the Final Time I’ll Nurse Her
Get Pregnant Fast Tonight marked a significant milestone in my journey as a mother: I nursed my little girl for the last time. It’s a moment I had been anticipating for a while, but I just wasn’t ready to let go. I crafted countless excuses to prolong our nursing sessions—“We have a vacation coming up,…
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I’ll Miss My Pregnant Belly When It’s Gone
Get Pregnant Fast “You’ll find yourself missing your pregnant belly once it’s gone,” is something I’ve heard from various folks lately. Typically, they follow up with, “You’ll long for that feeling of having your little one safe with you all the time.” As I approach the final stretch of my pregnancy, I initially dismissed this…
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10 Reasons Why Having Twins is Truly Amazing
The Ultimate 2-for-1 Special Pregnancy isn’t everyone’s favorite experience, and for some, it can feel like an eternity. After carrying nearly 75 extra pounds, the thought of not having to go through that again (at least for a long time!) is a huge relief. Having twins means you get both bundles of joy at once!…
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A Valentine’s Tribute to the One Who Changed My Life
Get Pregnant Fast The other day, I found myself in a bookstore with my daughter, Ella. I wish I could say we spent our time exploring various genres and exchanging thoughts on literature, but that wasn’t the case. Instead, we were there to fill the time before her precious nap, which translated into her climbing…
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What If You Don’t Feel Instant Love for Your Adopted Child?
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to adoption, the journey can be filled with unexpected emotions, especially for new parents. My friend Mia, who adopted her son from an orphanage in Vietnam when he was just three years old, experienced this firsthand. One ordinary day, her son’s life was flipped upside down, as was hers.…
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Mom Friends: Conversation Starters 101
Get Pregnant Fast You’ve spotted her at the playground, in yoga class, or during school drop-off. Both of you exchanged glances as a sanctimommy launched into a tirade about the dangers of formula, the perils of disposables, or how aliens might be influencing vaccine protocols. In that moment, you both rolled your eyes in unison.…
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New Bracelet Lets Dads Experience Their Unborn Baby’s Kicks—Seriously?
Get Pregnant Fast Finally, a gift for expectant fathers! I admit, I was skeptical when I first stumbled upon a story about a Danish company that has developed a bracelet allowing dads-to-be to feel their unborn child’s movements on their wrist. Naturally, I felt compelled to dive deeper. Three innovative jewelry design students from Denmark,…
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When My Babies Arrived, the Connection I Expected Didn’t Materialize – The Reality No One Discusses
Get Pregnant Fast Everyone assured me that the moment I met my babies, I would experience an overwhelming bond. I anticipated feeling a deep, instant connection as soon as my twins were born. However, after a challenging pregnancy that culminated in an emergency C-section, the reality was different. As the doctors placed my tiny twins…