Tag: healthy relationships
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Teach Your Children to Recognize the Signs of Emotionally Abusive Relationships
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a common misconception that abuse only means physical violence. Many individuals, especially women, have uttered the phrase, “At least he doesn’t hit me,” which reflects a narrow understanding of abuse. However, emotional abuse can be just as harmful, and it often goes unnoticed. Not all abusers are men, and not all…
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6 Ways to Be a Truly Supportive Husband
Get Pregnant Fast In a healthy marriage, being a partner means being there for each other in every possible way. Sure, it might sound a bit cliché, but there’s a real depth to being a supportive husband that goes beyond mere words. Like many couples, we sometimes find ourselves at odds, but the foundation of…
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What Parents Should Understand About the Evolution of Teen Sexuality
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it; the mere thought of discussing sex with your teenagers can feel daunting. But the reality is, the landscape of teen sexual behavior has changed dramatically, and they need our support and guidance now more than ever. Here are some crucial points to consider. The Rise of Sexting You’ve probably…
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Why We Chose to Discuss Sex with Our 7-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I found myself at a birthday celebration for two brothers, one turning 8 and the other 10. While most parents took the opportunity to escape for some well-deserved free time, I stayed behind to engage in conversation with a few other parents. With our kids on the verge of their tween…
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Understanding What to Avoid Saying to Parents of LGBTQ+ Teens
Get Pregnant Fast By: Lisa Thompson When my son, Alex, came out to us at the age of 14, it wasn’t entirely unexpected. We had engaged in numerous conversations about the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals, and we had attended pride events together. I remember the joy on Alex’s face when the U.S. legalized same-sex…
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Navigating ‘The Talk’ with My 5-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom, what’s sex?” asked Lucas, fiddling with the tag on his Iron Man pajamas. “Uh, well, it’s a bit complicated. We need to head to school! Remember, today is the day you finish your Leprechaun traps!” Thank goodness we were running late again. I knew this moment would arrive, but I never…
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5 Reasons to Let Go of Self-Help
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s society, there’s an overwhelming pressure to constantly pursue personal growth and transformation. Self-help books flood the market, offering everything from strategies to “declutter” your mind to a so-called “guide to ultimate success.” After reaching my 40s, I came to the realization that true happiness comes from releasing myself from the…
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Essential Guidance for Our Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast As a father of three girls, I find myself often reflecting on their futures, especially now that my eldest is preparing to enter college. I sometimes worry that I haven’t equipped her with everything she needs, but I hope to continue making a difference by engaging her in meaningful conversations and addressing…
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How to Avoid Raising a Narcissist
Get Pregnant Fast In Greek mythology, the tale of Narcissus serves as a cautionary fable about self-obsession. He became so enamored with his own reflection in a pool of water that he ultimately lost his life there. This myth gives us the term “narcissism,” a personality trait characterized by vanity, arrogance, and self-centeredness. We’ve all…