Tag: growth
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Why I Won’t Shield My Kids from Their Failures
Get Pregnant Fast As I stood next to my friend at the park one Tuesday, I couldn’t help but reflect on the parenting choices we make. She was sharing her latest challenges with her son’s potty-training and preschool drop-off routines when we noticed a mom frantically chasing her 5-year-old around the playground. This child was…
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Your Penis Won’t Fall Off: Essential Truths for Young Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Boys, Let’s have a candid chat about the little guy that often occupies your thoughts and, at times, your hands. As a mother, it’s my responsibility to shed some light on the topic of your penis. Though I may not have firsthand experience, I have spent years observing yours and others,…
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A Letter to My First Child: My Love for You is Unfading
Get Pregnant Fast To my beloved firstborn, As I sit down to write this, I feel a wave of nostalgia wash over me. If only I could share the wisdom I have gained over the years. You were my first child, and truthfully, I stumbled through motherhood alongside you. You are the reason I embraced…
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When Your Child Doesn’t Match Their Age: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my son, Jake, to enroll in a local driving class. As I stood there, the instructor looked at my 15-year-old and chuckled, “You don’t look old enough to drive! My 12-year-old cousin looks older than you!” Although he meant it as a lighthearted joke, such comments can be incredibly…
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I Had No Clue About Marriage and Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Do you recall those carefree days when we believed that marrying and starting a family was a brilliant idea? It feels like just yesterday when we were young, energetic, and wrinkle-free, with our biggest dilemma being which movie to catch on a Saturday night. We used to gaze at each other, filled…
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Bidding Farewell to My Young Man
Get Pregnant Fast As I strolled past my son’s open bedroom door, I paused to flip off the light. In that moment, I caught a glimpse of the figure sprawled across the bed and realized: that’s not my little boy anymore; that’s a young man. Hold on. Just a moment. I need a second to…
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5 Insights Gained from Five Years of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast “Guess what? My water just broke.” That four-word statement stopped everything in its tracks, completely transforming my life. Up until that moment, the idea of becoming a parent felt abstract, almost like a distant dream. But on that fateful day, everything changed. Our little one made his grand entrance into the world,…
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New High-Schooler? No Need to Stress — It’s All Good!
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the high school experience—filled with its own unique challenges and surprises. From social media drama involving Snapchat and Instagram selfies to the ever-present threat of cyberbullying and a whirlwind of academic pressures, the landscape of high school today can feel overwhelming. But fear not! This new era of high school is…
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Dear Child,
Get Pregnant Fast Today marks your 8th birthday. Before you hit 10 and then 13 (and, let’s be honest, start feeling a bit annoyed with us), I thought it was the perfect moment to express just how much you mean to us. Before you came into our lives, I was indifferent about parenthood. I know…
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To My Daughter as We Naturally Begin to Drift Apart
Get Pregnant Fast As you navigate the fourth grade, I can’t help but marvel at how quickly you’ve grown. With your long limbs and newfound independence, it’s clear you’re becoming your own person. Your dad and I have always known this day would come, but witnessing your self-sufficiency takes my breath away. Since you were…