Tag: fatherhood
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What Nobody Tells You About Fatherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Let me share a little insight into the unspoken truths of becoming a dad. We often hear the basics about welcoming a baby into your life: Caring for an infant can be a whirlwind of emotions, and yes, you might find yourself covered in baby powder and dealing with unexpected showers. Your…
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25 Reasons Why We Cherish Dads
Get Pregnant Fast Father, Dad, Pops—regardless of how you refer to the man who played a significant role in your upbringing or is presently guiding your children, today is a day dedicated to celebrating him. It’s the perfect opportunity to make fathers feel valued, express our love, and share the reasons why they hold such…
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What Every Dad of a Daughter Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast When you find out you’re having a girl, you might hear the same refrain: “Oh man, you’re in trouble!” Followed by a barrage of warnings: “Just wait until she starts crawling!” “Oh, the terrible twos are coming!” “Wait until she’s a teenager!” The list goes on, filled with clichés that can feel…
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The Man You Call Dad: A Different Kind of Truth
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get straight to the point: the man you refer to as your dad is not your biological father. I know this is a heavy statement, and I’ll have to face it with you one day. You’ll grow up, and as you look back at your life, you might remember when your…
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When You Become a Man: A Reflection on Growing Up
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Updated: March 13, 2018 Originally Published: March 2, 2016 “As I grow up, I’ll be a man,” you declare with a grin that lights up your face. I gently tickle your tummy, barely concealed under your well-loved, faded Batman shirt. “Absolutely,” I respond, attempting to mirror your excitement, “one day you’ll…
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A Heartfelt Thanks to All the Dads Who Embrace Fatherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real for a moment—some days my partner and I hardly exchange a word. With two kids, a full-time job, a side gig, and minimal support for childcare or household chores, we often find ourselves overwhelmed. Our lives are filled with joy; our two little ones bring us immense fulfillment. Yet,…
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5 Essential Insights for New Dads
Get Pregnant Fast In true dad fashion, when my partner and I found out we were expecting, my first instinct was to upgrade our television. After all, the old floor model wouldn’t suffice for our incoming bundle of joy—what if she decided to launch herself at it? Naturally, this led me on a quest for…
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Is Jack Thompson the Ultimate Husband?
Get Pregnant Fast In a candid conversation with contributor Sarah Lane, actor Jack Thompson, now 65, shares insights about his latest role, life with a household of women, and the secrets behind his enduring marriage to actress Emma Brooks. You have a brief yet entertaining role in the upcoming film “The Therapist.” Is it less…
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Why Dads Should Take Charge of Bedtime Routines to Give Moms a Much-Needed Break
Get Pregnant Fast It was around 7:30 PM, and there I was, bent over a tub while two rambunctious little girls splashed around. Lila, my 3-year-old, decided it would be fun to spray water at her 8-year-old sister, Emma. Naturally, Emma retaliated by filling a cup with bathwater and sending it right back. I found…