Tag: family time
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Making Family Time Happen: Let Go of Perfection
Get Pregnant Fast I shift uncomfortably in my seat. “Hey, everyone!” My 10-year-old, Emily, finally glances up from her tablet. “What’s up?” “Please turn off your screens and look outside—the adventure starts now!” With a dramatic eye roll, she powers down her iPad and pokes her older sister, Lucy, in the side while shaking her…
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Teacher’s No-Homework Policy Sparks Envy Among Parents
Get Pregnant Fast As the new school year kicks off, an innovative approach by Mrs. Emily Carter, a second-grade teacher in the small town of Godley, Texas, is capturing the attention of parents far and wide. In a letter shared with her students, she announced a groundbreaking “no homework” policy for the year. “After conducting…
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What Happened When I Decided to Give My Kids a Summer Inspired by the 1980s
Get Pregnant Fast As the school year drew to a close, a handful of parents gathered around a picnic table at the third-grade end-of-year celebration. We exchanged pleasantries about how quickly the year had flown by before diving into the topic on everyone’s mind: summer plans. “We’ve signed up for a few soccer camps, a…
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We Now Pause This Marriage for Fantasy Football Season
Get Pregnant Fast As summer fades and kids head back to school, we find ourselves facing the annual onslaught of fantasy football season. For the next 17 weeks, our household will be a battleground where family time, home projects, and basic responsibilities take a backseat to the relentless pursuit of virtual gridiron glory. Can someone…
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Returning to School: A Mother’s Reluctance and Reflection on Family Time
Get Pregnant Fast As the winter break came to a close, I found myself grappling with a mix of emotions about sending my kids back to school. The last morning of the holiday was bittersweet; it signified the end of uninterrupted peace and quiet. For the past two weeks, I relished in the luxury of…
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How Are Your Kids Enjoying ‘No Homework Day’?
Get Pregnant Fast In the U.S., children are reportedly spending an astonishing 17.5 hours each week on homework alone. This figure doesn’t even account for the time they invest in school, extracurricular activities, sports, or performances—it’s strictly homework time. If that seems excessive, it’s for good reason. A teenager could easily fill those hours with…
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5 Essential Steps Before Welcoming My Second Child
Get Pregnant Fast Transitioning from being a mother of one to a mother of two is stirring up a whirlwind of emotions for me. My son, Ethan, is seven, and our little family of three has enjoyed a beautiful seven years together. We are eagerly anticipating the arrival of his little sister, but that doesn’t…
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I Refuse to Overwhelm Myself During the Holidays
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to the holiday season, some folks seem to juggle it all effortlessly — I’m definitely not one of them. I’ve given it my best shot, and I genuinely adore this time of year. Picture a blend of Martha Stewart and Buddy the Elf, and you have my holiday spirit.…
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10 Ingenious Strategies to Encourage Your Kids to Play Outdoors This Summer
Get Pregnant Fast As summer heats up and screen time becomes more enticing than ever, it falls upon us as parents to inspire our little ones to embrace the great outdoors. With a little creativity and a dash of humor, you can coax (or even compel) your kids to step outside and savor the joys…
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8 Creative Outings for You and Your Teenage Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast I gently knock on my daughter’s door, peeking in to remind her that, yes, she has a mom. She flashes me a smile, blows a kiss, and requests I close the door on my way out. Ouch! I remember being a teenager, too, when my mom felt more like a distant relative…