Tag: parenting advice
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A Message to My 21-Year-Old Son
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Ethan, As you approach your 21st birthday, I find myself reflecting on the changes that await you. What parenting guidelines still hold relevance, and which have faded into the background like that Little Tikes car you used to zoom around the neighborhood? Now that you’re legally able to purchase a bottle…
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Essential Advice for New Moms: What You Really Need to Hear
Get Pregnant Fast It’s only been two months since my little one arrived, and already I find myself in a familiar scene: rocking in a plush glider a tad too fast, holding a fussy baby, and grappling with a wave of anxiety. New motherhood is a whirlwind of fluctuating hormones, unexpected fears, and overwhelming self-doubt.…
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Don’t Let Your Child Enroll in a For-Profit College
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent who has taken time off from my career to raise my kids, I’ve often thought about going back to school. But the question always lingers: where should I go, and what should I study? The advertisements for schools like the University of Phoenix are particularly enticing, showcasing smiling students…
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10 Strategies for Managing the Challenges of Parenting a Threenager
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can sometimes feel like navigating a minefield, especially when that adorable toddler of yours turns into a “threenager.” I first came across this term before my child hit three, thinking it was just a playful way to describe their newfound independence. Little did I know, it also encapsulates the more challenging…
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Please Don’t Invite My Kids to Your Wedding
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to deciding whether or not to invite children to your wedding, this can quickly turn into a divisive issue that strains friendships, splits families, and leads to countless therapy sessions. Instead of stressing over the guest list, why not focus on whether to have chocolate mousse or cheesecake on…
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Keep Your Child in a Crib As Long As You Can: A Parenting Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Thompson Updated: Oct. 13, 2020 Originally Published: Dec. 27, 2016 Until just a few months ago, my daughter was still happily nestled in her crib. Oh, I see you there, in your perfectly coordinated outfit. You want to know how old she is? shifts gaze, muttering under my breath She’s……
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10 Statements to Avoid When Speaking to a Working Mom
Get Pregnant Fast As a working mother, I’ve often encountered comments that, while likely unintentional, can come off as judgmental or dismissive. Recently, I was inspired by a list shared by Sarah Thompson about what not to say to stay-at-home moms, which got me thinking about the things working moms hear. It’s important to foster…
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The ‘I Don’t Give A Damn’ Parenting Approach
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, there are definitely things we should care about. The safety of our children tops the list. Every parent would go to great lengths, even risking their lives, to shield their kids from harm. It’s fundamental that our children feel loved and secure; our hearts resonate with theirs,…
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Why I Don’t Feel Regret About My Parenting ‘Mistakes’
Get Pregnant Fast A decade ago, I discovered I was expecting my first child, and what a journey it has been! The past ten years have been filled with a rollercoaster of experiences—highs and lows, challenges and joys, and unexpected revelations. If I paid attention to the myriad of “parenting experts,” I would assume I’ve…