Tag: lessons learned
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5 Lessons from Orange Is The New Black That Prepared Me for Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother, I often reflect on the countless hours I’ve spent sprawled on my couch, indulging in snacks and binge-watching television. Yes, there may be a twinge of regret, but not enough to swap my cozy couch sessions for Jazzercise or, heaven forbid, actual human interaction. So, let’s dive into how…
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50 Insights on Raising Young Children
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting young kids can often feel like a rollercoaster ride filled with unexpected twists and turns. Here are 50 lessons learned that might just make your journey a little smoother: Super glue should never enter a home with little ones. Sharpies are a definite no-go. There’s no such thing as “just one”…
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Why I Allow My Son to “Win” in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast My eldest child is a master negotiator. From the moment he uttered his first word, he’s been challenging me about bedtime, extra screen time, and the number of chocolate chip cookies he can indulge in. What I’ve come to realize is that, beyond wanting that extra episode of his favorite show or…
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IMPORTANT THANKSGIVING UPDATE
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve decided to refer to 2013 as The Year of Lessons. Back in 2011, during the inaugural Thanksgiving Project, I either mailed the gift cards myself or had generous donors send them directly to the recipients. While this approach worked for 438 families, a few individuals unfortunately didn’t receive their gift cards—some…
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I Beg Your Pardon: Seeking Forgiveness from Our Children
Get Pregnant Fast At the end of a long day, many mothers find themselves hanging on by a thread. They replay the day’s events in their minds, honing in on a highlight reel where the negatives often outweigh the positives at a staggering rate. Often, amidst their silent “I’ll Do Better Tomorrow” pep talks, they…
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What I Knew and What I’ve Discovered About Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast When I envisioned motherhood, I already knew you’d inherit your dad’s bravery and kindness—qualities that drew me to him in the first place. I anticipated our shared traits, like your dark hair and soulful brown eyes. Yet, I often find myself surprised by how vastly different you are from what I imagined.…