Tag: family relationships
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Nurturing the Middle Child: Strategies for Connection
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting three children in succession can bring joy, chaos, and sometimes, the challenge of ensuring that each child feels equally cherished. I experienced this firsthand with my three sons, each two years apart. My oldest, Liam, is almost 7 and is currently captivated by chapter books. We often share with family and…
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When Your Child Comes Out: 6 Essential Tips for Parents from a LGBTQ+ Teen
Get Pregnant Fast So, your child has chosen to share something deeply personal with you: they identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. This conversation can be both a significant moment in your child’s life and a pivotal point in your relationship. Whether you’ve suspected your child was gay or your daughter has expressed a…
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Dear Mom: A Letter from Your Teenaged “A-Hole”
Get Pregnant Fast Hey Mom, You remember that moment when I slammed the door and shouted “I hate you”? Well, let me clarify: it was actually a compliment. If you had let me finish, I would have said, “I hate you because you’re way smarter than I am, and you always know what I’m up…
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Reflecting on My Parenting Approach: The Conversation I Need to Have
Get Pregnant Fast When 2015 began, I didn’t set New Year’s resolutions; instead, I made a commitment to improve myself in various ways, particularly as a mother. Yet, I find myself grappling with shame over how I communicate with my children. While I’m proficient at teaching them important skills—like social etiquette and the nuances of…
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What If I Fall…Without My Father There to Catch Me?
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast “Aren’t you afraid, Daddy?” “There’s nothing to fear, sweetheart.” “But what if I fall?” “I’ll always be there to catch you.” As a little girl, I was fiercely determined. When I set my sights on something, I would achieve it. The freedom of riding a bike without training wheels was calling…
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Family Connections from Afar: Navigating Family Time at a Distance
Get Pregnant Fast When I attended university and graduate school nearly 700 miles from home, I never anticipated that it would lead to a life so far removed from my family. My partner, Alex, found himself in a similar situation, studying 400 miles away from his close-knit relatives. We both thought we’d eventually return home,…
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My Child Yelled ‘I Dislike You’—And That Means I’m On the Right Track
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom to a 12-year-old boy, I always anticipated the moment when he would look me straight in the eye and declare, “I hate you!” To my surprise, it happened much earlier than expected—he was only 11 when he first voiced those words. In that instant, the immature side of me…
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Essential Parenting Advice You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a journey filled with ups and downs, and I should know—I became a parent in 1994 and continued the adventure with three more kids in the following years. Now, with a house full of teenagers, I look back on my experiences and wish someone had shared some essential tips with…
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Winning at Parenting: Insights from NFL Quarterback Matt Richards
Get Pregnant Fast Whenever I find myself chatting with a father of teenage daughters who shares a strong bond with them, I can’t help but ask for their secrets. I’m always on the lookout for wisdom because I know I’m still on my journey as a dad (and as a person). Conversations with experienced fathers…
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Navigating Estrangement: The Heartache of a Toxic Mother-Daughter Relationship
Get Pregnant Fast When I gaze at my beautiful daughter, I’m overwhelmed with love and admiration. I want to be her safe haven, the person she can trust unconditionally. But then, I find myself reflecting on my own relationship with my mother—an unsettling contrast that leaves me questioning what went wrong. I can’t help but…