Tag: child independence
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Parents: A Gentle Reminder to Take It Slow
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Parents, Hello there! I’m the proud mom of a remarkable 20-year-old son. Over the past three years, he has endured 18 hospital visits due to severe Crohn’s disease, battled three lifelong hospital-acquired infections, navigated the maze of countless pain medications, IV treatments, and shots, and faced major surgeries including a colon…
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To My Beloved Son, For the Day You Leave Me at School
Get Pregnant Fast Every parent knows the bittersweet feeling that comes with watching their child take their first steps toward independence. As I laced up your tiny sneakers and slipped your favorite blue backpack over your shoulders, a mix of pride and heartache washed over me. “Mommy, come with me? Mommy, no leave?” you pleaded,…
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Embracing Change: Learning to Let My Daughter Spread Her Wings
Get Pregnant Fast Tomorrow marks a significant milestone as we prepare to welcome a remarkable young woman back from her summer adventure. Our 16-year-old daughter has spent five transformative weeks in Lyon, France, with her extended family. I can already sense that she’ll return to us a bit older and wiser. As we stood at…
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Helicopter Parents: Stop Spoiling Summer Fun
Get Pregnant Fast On a sunny afternoon by the lake, I find myself watching a mother and her toddler splashing about, sharing my sand toys. Her little one giggles and jumps, clearly entertained, while my youngest son joins in, his purple life vest bouncing as he moves. As she starts digging in the sand with…
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When Will Your Kids Finally Fly the Nest?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the age-old question: when will your children spread their wings and leave the cozy confines of home? This is a contemplation shared by many parents, filled with hope, joy, and perhaps a sprinkle of dread. As children grow, the thought of them becoming independent adults is both exciting and daunting. From…
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The Art of Choosing Your Parenting Battles
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: May 14, 2023 When my first child arrived, I was a novice parent armed with unrealistic expectations and a blueprint for perfection. I envisioned raising a model child who would adhere to my every whim, from devouring only the healthiest, organic meals to limiting screen time to a single educational show…
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Letting Go of the Stroller: A Bittersweet Farewell
Get Pregnant Fast Cozy footed pajamas, delightful little coats, and those adorable tiny boots seem to have a permanent residence in my home, tucked away in boxes and cluttered closets. They’re keepsakes from my children’s baby years—too precious to part with just yet. But then there’s the stroller. My mother gifted us a stunning navy…
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Parenting from the Couch: A Survival Guide for Busy Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Forget the rigid rules of Tiger Moms, the hovering tendencies of Helicopter Parents, and the latest trend I like to call Fighter Jet Escort Parenting—where parents seem to patrol their children like military escorts ready for battle. Welcome to Parenting from the Couch, a refreshing approach that doesn’t promise perfection but does…
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7 Things Moms Should Embrace Saying No to This School Year
Get Pregnant Fast As another school year rolls around, it’s not just the kids who are gearing up; moms are stepping back into the routine as well. After 13 years of navigating the school system with my kids, I’ve gleaned some crucial lessons. Here are seven things every mom should confidently decline this school year.…
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Even The Pope Urges Us to Rethink Helicopter Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where parenting often resembles a military operation, Pope Francis has stepped in to remind us that hovering over our children may not be the best approach. Gone are the days when kids could roam freely from dawn until dusk, exploring their neighborhoods without a care in the world. Today,…