Tag: family life
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I Fled My Responsibilities, and I’ve Never Felt Better
Get Pregnant Fast I could feel the urge building throughout the day. As morning turned into afternoon and then into evening, the relentless demands of parenthood chipped away at my patience, threatening to push me over the edge. I sensed the irritation escalating, the frustration rising in my throat, and the overwhelming desire to burst…
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6 Surprising Insights About Home Birth
Get Pregnant Fast Contrary to popular stereotypes, I don’t live in a commune, make my own yogurt, or have a collection of organic cotton onesies. Home birth is not just for a specific type of mom; it’s a choice made by women from diverse backgrounds and parenting philosophies. While films and television often romanticize home…
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An Open Letter to the Exhausted Mother in the Grocery Store
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Exhausted Mother in the Grocery Store, I saw you there. Lunchables? Seriously? I noticed your little one begging for popsicles as you stood in front of the freezer, contemplating which flavor to choose. I watched you leave the store with your growing child nestled in the cart, bombarding you with questions.…
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My Superhero Persona and Why You Should Cultivate One Too
Get Pregnant Fast Like many new parents, I found myself utterly unprepared for the demands of parenthood. It felt as though my husband and I were untrained circus performers, juggling our two kids while managing our careers. We tossed our little ones back and forth, hoping nothing would come crashing down. Looking back, I can…
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Mom Sends College Student a Care Package Filled with His Forgotten Trash
Get Pregnant Fast In a classic display of parental wit, a mother named Jenna Parker recently made headlines for sending her college freshman son, Tyler, a rather unconventional care package. While care packages typically symbolize love and support, packed with goodies and heartfelt notes, Tyler’s box contained something quite different: the trash he had neglected…
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An Open Letter to a Nursery-School Mom from a Mom of a Sixth Grader
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Nursery-School Mom, I used to be in your shoes. I know it’s hard to believe, but it’s true. You’re kneeling down, a little one wrapped in colorful bandages against your chest, trying to soothe your 3-year-old who’s in tears over earthworms. “They come out of the ground when it rains,” you…
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I Wasn’t Prepared for Motherhood
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Sep. 21, 2020 Originally Published: Feb. 5, 2016 You were a surprise, a twist of fate during my teenage years that altered my entire existence. It may sound harsh, but it’s the truth—an often unspoken reality of unplanned pregnancies. I simply wasn’t prepared to be a mother. In fact, I…
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5 Ways My Child Doubles as My Personal Trainer
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest: I’m not winning any fitness awards here. I haven’t felt “bikini-ready” since my early 20s when I dabbled in Bikram yoga and swapped my beer for white wine. That said, I did manage to shed the baby weight faster after my second daughter was born, and I’ve maintained that…
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8 Holiday Gift Ideas for Kids to Avoid This Season
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I know firsthand how quickly toys can accumulate in our homes. It seems like every holiday or birthday brings a tidal wave of new gifts, and despite my kids’ excitement, I’m often left grappling with the aftermath. Don’t get me wrong—I appreciate the love and generosity from family and…
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16 Realities of Dating as Parents: A Candid Take
Get Pregnant Fast It’s no secret that life transforms dramatically once kids enter the picture. Yet, the specifics of how dates evolve post-children often remain unspoken. Instead of being purely romantic escapades, date nights morph into opportunities to tackle chores without the little ones in tow or simply savor the rare moments of adult interaction…