Tag: boundaries
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Candid Confessions: My Partner’s Porn Habit and Why I’m Totally On Board
Get Pregnant Fast In any relationship, establishing clear boundaries is vital. My partner and I have our own set of rules regarding his consumption of adult content: no direct interactions with others, no violent material, and if it ever interferes with our intimacy, we’ll reassess the situation immediately. But beyond that, I’m quite comfortable with…
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Dear Mother-in-Law, You Raised Two Incredible Kids. Now Let Me Raise Mine.
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Mother-in-Law, It was eleven years ago when you first welcomed me into your home, your embrace warm and inviting. You were so excited to see your eldest son back from college—especially with a girlfriend in tow! “She’s the one,” he declared just days before our visit. I can only imagine the…
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8 Surefire Ways to Be the Most Unhelpful Parent to Your Teen
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting teens can often feel like navigating through a minefield. But if you’re looking to master the art of being the least effective parent possible, here are eight strategies that will ensure you achieve that goal. 1. Ignore Their Interests Steer clear of asking about their lives. Don’t bother inquiring about their…
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I Don’t Care About Saying No When I Need To
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a whirlwind of expectations, and I’ve learned that constantly saying “yes” can turn you into a doormat. Trust me, being the agreeable one doesn’t make you a hero; it often leads to burnout and resentment. I’ve reached a point where I give zero cares about saying “no” when it…
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Reclaiming My Phone: A Mom’s Journey to Digital Independence
Get Pregnant Fast I can’t quite pinpoint when it all started. Perhaps it’s the typical plight of being the third child, often dragged along to older siblings’ events with nothing to occupy my time. Maybe it’s the countless dinners at restaurants where good behavior is the only option during lengthy waits. Or, it could simply…
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I Made the Tough Decision to Cut My Mother Out of My Life for the Sake of My Family
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, I often felt a sense of anxiety and confusion that I couldn’t quite put my finger on. I thought that my feelings were somehow my fault, not realizing that they stemmed from my complicated relationship with my mother. Years later, after diving deep into therapy and gaining self-awareness, I started…
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No, Guys, ‘Real Men’ Aren’t Always Interested in Sex
Get Pregnant Fast As parents prepare to send their children off to college, many will take the opportunity to have important discussions with their daughters about sexual assault, ways to stay safe, and what steps to take if they find themselves in a dangerous situation. In light of the concerning statistics surrounding sexual assault on…
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5 Strategies to Curb Your Child’s Smartphone Addiction
Get Pregnant Fast Like many parents, I’ve stumbled through the highs and lows of raising children, and I don’t shy away from sharing my experiences with others (after all, we’re all in this together, right?). I can admit that when it comes to my kids and their smartphones, I was a bit naive—thankfully, that was…
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Tiger Mom’s Contract With Her Adult Daughters Sparks Controversy
Get Pregnant Fast In recent news, Amy Chua, famously known as the “Tiger Mom,” has made headlines once again by requiring her adult daughters to sign a rather strict contract before they can enjoy a summer stay at her New York City apartment. Years ago, Chua gained notoriety for her book that advocated a tough-love…