Tag: childcare
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20 Essential Skills Your Babysitter Should Have
Get Pregnant Fast Finding the right babysitter is no small task, especially when you have spirited little ones running around. While I’ve never had the chance to hire a babysitter myself, I often rely on my sister, who graciously takes my kids for a few hours to give me a much-needed break. However, it’s time…
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Babysitting: Then and Now
Get Pregnant Fast When I was a teenager, babysitting was a rite of passage. I fondly remember my first regular gig at the home of a single father in my neighborhood. Every Thursday, I would stroll over to his house at 5 p.m., ready to whip up dinner for his kids and myself — typically…
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5 Essential Insights About Being a Nanny
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest: being a nanny is no walk in the park. Many people recognize the immense challenges that come with parenting, yet often overlook the hard work and dedication required in the field of childcare. As a full-time live-in nanny, I’ve come to realize that our roles are far more complex…
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Pumping at Work and Other Joys of Life as a Postpartum Working Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest—I was totally caught off guard by the realities of being a working mom. I knew returning to work after my first child arrived was a necessity, but I naively underestimated the hurdles I would face. I didn’t consider what it truly meant to put my baby in daycare. I…
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Childcare: An Unbearable Burden for American Families
Get Pregnant Fast Childcare costs in the United States have reached alarming heights, leaving many parents feeling overwhelmed and trapped. The situation is dire, with families struggling to find affordable, high-quality care for their children. The question remains: why is this issue so persistently ignored? As highlighted by parenting expert Lisa Grant in a recent…
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11 Things Moms Are Truly Grateful For This Thanksgiving
Get Pregnant Fast As Thanksgiving approaches, families come together to celebrate and reflect on the things that matter most: health, love, and maybe even a new job. But for mothers, especially those with young children, gratitude often extends beyond the obvious. Here’s a list of lesser-known gems that truly make the mom life a bit…
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Do Couples Who Share Childcare Responsibilities Enjoy Better Intimacy?
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to relationships, the dynamics of shared responsibilities can play a significant role in overall satisfaction, including intimacy levels. It seems clear that when both partners are on the same page—balancing work and home life according to their needs—their relationship flourishes. Take, for instance, a scenario where one partner dreams…
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Navigating the Decision: 6 Reasons Why I’m Hesitant About a Third Child
Get Pregnant Fast As I enter the third trimester of what I anticipate to be my final pregnancy, my emotions are a swirl of excitement and apprehension. Perhaps it’s the knowledge that this little one will be my last that casts a bittersweet glow over everything. Maybe it’s the surprise of this pregnancy that left…
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Navigating the Childcare Landscape: A Modern Challenge
Get Pregnant Fast Before becoming a parent, I held a part-time position as a college lecturer. While it may sound impressive, the reality was quite different. The students referred to me as “professor,” yet I wasn’t on a salary, and my earnings were quite modest. After the birth of my first child, I took a…
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21 Insights from Your Baby’s First Year
Get Pregnant Fast It’s hard to believe that this past year has flown by in a whirlwind. It all started with the arrival of my little one last August. Just six months later, we packed up and moved from a quiet town in Maryland to the bustling streets of NYC. Alongside starting new jobs, my…