Tag: humorous parenting
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Other Moms Seem Perfect, While I’m Just Trying to Survive
Get Pregnant Fast I often picture other mothers whipping up three-course meals, all compliant with the food pyramid, for their kids at every meal. Meanwhile, I’m over here microwaving scrambled eggs—yep, three times a day. I imagine other mothers taking their time to gently chat their little ones through a calm diaper change. On the…
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8 Irritating Comments to Expect When Taking Your Baby to the Beach
Get Pregnant Fast Taking a baby to the beach can be a delightful adventure, but it often comes with the unsolicited advice of strangers. If you’re tired of hearing the same old comments, here are some witty comebacks to keep in your back pocket: “Wow, he looks SO hot!” Surprise, surprise! It’s summer, and my…
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10 Outrageous Questions I Get Asked as a Mom of Seven
Get Pregnant Fast Having seven kids is a wild ride that I wouldn’t trade for anything. Over the years, I’ve encountered my fair share of quirky inquiries. Here are ten of the most ludicrous questions I often hear: Are they all yours? Absolutely! I brought six of them into this world and adopted one. Sometimes,…
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Why Are Parents Choosing Unusual Names for Their Kids?
Get Pregnant Fast Dear America, Can we please talk about the trend of naming children some truly bizarre things? Seriously, it’s time to rethink these choices. Recently, I came across the news that a celebrity named his newborn son “Boomer,” which, let’s be honest, sounds more like a nickname for something you’d flush down a…
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Hey Kid, It’s Time for Some Pants!
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting Hey Kid, It’s Time for Some Pants! by Emily Johnson Updated: May 31, 2016 Originally Published: May 31, 2016 Dear little one, I adore you to the moon and back, beyond the stars, and more than words can ever convey… but we need to have a serious chat. Let’s talk…
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The Unwritten Rule of Parenting: Your Child WILL Nod Off in the Car and Skip Their Nap
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a universal truth for every parent: no matter how short, a car nap will inevitably sabotage your child’s scheduled nap time. Picture this common scenario: after a long day of errands, you’re driving home, eagerly anticipating that peaceful stretch when your child finally drifts off to sleep. But just as you’re…
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24 Indicators You’re Turning Into Your Mother
Get Pregnant Fast I promised myself (and anyone who would listen) that I would never adopt my mother’s habits once I became a parent. I envisioned being the fun mom who would do yoga with my kids and maintain a calm demeanor at all times. Spontaneous adventures would be our norm, and my living room…
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Avoid the Kitten’s Gaze — It’s a Trap
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting Avoid the Kitten’s Gaze — It’s a Trap By Sarah Thompson Updated: November 19, 2020 Originally Published: July 31, 2016 Our second child has always been enamored with animals. At just three years old, she named her baby doll “Pony,” and for the past eight years, she has cycled through…
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This Dad’s Hilarious Car Seat Installation Video Is Utterly Relatable
Get Pregnant Fast Installing a car seat can be one of the most daunting challenges for parents, particularly for those just starting their journey into parenthood. The instruction manuals often feel like they were written in another language, and the anxiety can be overwhelming. Enter Alex Reynolds, a dad from Australia who knows all too…