Tag: kids activities
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To the Older Kids Racing Through the Playground
Get Pregnant Fast At first, I was taken aback when you showed up. You flung your bikes onto the sidewalk and sprinted towards the playground. Fantastic. I had brought my 2-year-old and 4-year-old to enjoy some time at the park, which is clearly designed for younger children. You, on the other hand, are practically teenagers.…
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Nostalgic ’80s Adventures That Would Raise Eyebrows Today
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the ’80s—a time when kids roamed free, unburdened by the concerns that weigh heavily on today’s parents. Growing up in that era was a unique experience filled with unstructured play and a sense of adventure that seems almost alien now. We engaged in activities that, if attempted today, could very well…
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Moving to the Suburbs? Prepare to Embrace Your Inner ‘Uber Dad’
Get Pregnant Fast Running errands for my mom? Easy. Packing five friends into the car for a spontaneous outing? No sweat. Late-night drives to grab some late-night chow? Who can resist a beef chow fun run at three in the morning? When I first made the leap to Manhattan, I held onto my car, maneuvering…
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The Ultimate Play-Doh Essentials for Creative Fun
Get Pregnant Fast Play-Doh. It’s a double-edged sword. On one hand, it captivates my kids for hours on end, allowing me to squeeze in some much-needed “me time.” I can whip up dinner, tackle the laundry, or indulge in binge-watching my favorite shows while they dive into their imaginative play. Guilt-free screen time alternative? Yes,…
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10 Engaging Activities I’d Prefer My Child to Do Instead of Homework
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Emma Johnson Updated: March 22, 2021 Originally Published: March 15, 2016 My 9-year-old is enrolled in a fantastic school. I’m grateful for his teachers, who do their best to create an engaging environment for the kids. While the students might spend more time seated than I recall from my own…
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15 Reasons Why Some Days at the Park Can Be a Total Drag
Get Pregnant Fast There’s no denying the joys of a day at the park. It’s cost-effective, the kids get their much-needed exercise, and usually, there’s a bench where I can sneak in snacks without judgment. Who doesn’t love the sunshine, precious moments with the kids, laughter, and the flutter of butterflies? The park has so…
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Dear Overprotective Moms, You’re Spoiling the Fun for Everyone
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Olivia Harper Updated: May 13, 2020 Originally Published: Jan. 2, 2016 There she stands beneath my 3-year-old, arms raised as if waiting for divine intervention. My little one is shimmying up a 6-foot metal ladder. “Do you know whose he is?” she asks, her voice trembling. “He’s mine,” I reply.…
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10 Things I’d Rather Delay to Play with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Feb. 25, 2021 In today’s world, parenting comes with its own unique challenges and joys. Recently, an amusing unofficial group known as the Player Haters Official Organized Parenting Association (PHOOPA) has emerged, giving a voice to those parents who are weary of the endless cycle of “playing.” These brave souls have…
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Mom’s Hilarious Clapback After School Discourages Sons from Climbing Trees
Get Pregnant Fast In a relatable tale of modern parenting, a mother recently made headlines after her 12-year-old twin boys were scolded for climbing trees on school grounds. When the school authorities reprimanded her sons, Max and Leo, for indulging in a classic childhood pastime, their mom, Sarah Thompson, took to her pen (or keyboard)…
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Summer Camp vs. Summer Boredom: A Parent’s Dilemma
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, summer! The time of year when sunshine, adventure, and the sweet taste of freedom fill the air. Remember those carefree days when summer meant no school and endless possibilities? Then reality hit, and you became a parent. Once you have kids, your perspective on summer changes drastically. You find yourself longing…