Tag: sports
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Cheerleading Tryouts: More Like a Beauty Contest?
Get Pregnant Fast In a surprising turn of events, a poster for cheerleading tryouts at the University of Washington was recently pulled down after it sparked national outrage. The poster presented an extensive list of beauty standards that seemed more suited for a beauty pageant than a competitive sport. Critics slammed the school for emphasizing…
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6 Parenting Moves That Make You Look Like an A**hole
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real for a moment—parenting can be a real challenge, and every child has their own quirks and needs. I get it, we should support each other in this wild journey. But sometimes, the behavior of certain parents can really test our patience. Whether it’s at a school function, a sports…
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How to Juggle Parenting and Kids’ Sports Without the Guilt
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all heard athletes praise their moms by saying, “My mom is the best. She never missed a [insert sport here: soccer game, basketball match, etc.].” While some might find that heartwarming, I can’t help but wonder: How on earth is that even possible? Did these moms not have jobs, other children,…
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The Tale of Leo the Bull: A Parenting Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast One Saturday morning about five years ago, I took my three boys to the local baseball field to enroll my then-5-year-old firstborn in the spring baseball program. While I pondered which size cap and tiny baseball pants to select to complete the registration forms, a couple of coaches ambled over from the…
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Talk Me Out of the Ballgame
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my two kids—a 5-year-old and a 5-month-old—to a baseball game at Yankee Stadium. Now, let me clarify: I’m not a Yankees fan (go Red Sox!), and thankfully, my boys aren’t either (they better not be!). However, my love for them, baseball, and the experience of attending games is strong.…
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My Daughter’s Decision to Quit… And Why I’m Proud of Her
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a challenging journey, especially when it comes to guiding our children through their interests and activities. My daughter has dabbled in various sports, from the usual suspects like soccer and swimming to the more unexpected choices like ice skating and tae kwon do. While she showed decent skill in…
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So, Your Kid Isn’t Into Sports? Here’s What You Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast So, your child isn’t interested in sports? Don’t sweat it! Here’s some friendly advice: not every kid is cut out for athletic activities. Let’s be real for a moment. You might not find yourself cheering from the sidelines in a team jersey, or attending celebratory end-of-season gatherings. You probably won’t be building…
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I’m Not Meant to Be a Sports Mom
Get Pregnant Fast November 11, 2023 Greetings to all the devoted sports moms out there. I’m reaching out for your wisdom. I see you on the sidelines, proudly wearing your team colors, equipped with an array of snacks and water bottles, overflowing with enthusiasm. You’re cheering as if you’re at the Olympics, and I can’t…
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When You Can’t Afford to Attend Your Child’s Sporting Events
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Middle School, As I sit down to write this, my son, Ethan, is out on the court, playing his first volleyball season at school. It’s a big moment not just for him, but for many kids on the team. We’ve been following the coach’s rule that parents can’t attend practices, and…
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5 Things I Would Change If I Could Relive My High School Years
Get Pregnant Fast If I had the opportunity to revisit my high school days, there are definitely a few things I’d approach differently: Embrace Physical Education Imagine having fifty minutes of daily exercise, guided by a teacher or coach, in a gym, on a track, or even on a tennis court. I would have fully…