Tag: family life
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How to Raise a Small Army
Get Pregnant Fast When I share that I’m a mom to five children, people often pause, their expressions shifting to a mix of disbelief and pity. The societal norm seems to dictate that three is the maximum acceptable number of kids—unless you fall into certain categories, of course. But beyond that threshold, reactions can range…
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When You’re Feeling Like an Inadequate Mom, Keep This in Mind
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks back, I received a message from a woman I know solely through social media. The subject line read, “I think I’m a terrible mom.” Alarmed, I opened it immediately and began to read. Her message contained sentiments like: “I adore my kids, but there are times I really struggle…
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Why 3-Year-Olds Are Just Like Those Difficult Bosses
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare for my third child to hit the notorious age of three, I’ve conducted a thorough examination—one that combines humor, annoyance, and a touch of scientific reasoning. You see, every parent will agree that dealing with a three-year-old is akin to working for a boss who should probably never have…
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Cold and Flu Season: A Parent’s Survival Guide
Get Pregnant Fast Children are like little petri dishes, always exploring the world by licking toys and touching everything in sight. They often forget to wash their hands, and let’s not even talk about bathroom habits. If you’ve got kids, you already know: they’re the messiest little creatures you could ever live with. So, when…
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You Won’t Believe How This Formula Commercial Will Move You
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever stumbled upon a commercial that just tugs at your heartstrings? Forget that it’s an advertisement (not sponsored, by the way) and just take a moment to watch this one. It’s truly a masterpiece! The emotions captured are so relatable, reflecting the highs and lows of parenting in a way…
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7 Reasons Suburbia Isn’t as Bad as You Think
Get Pregnant Fast I grew up in a quaint farming village in Wisconsin, where life revolved around two stoplights and a tight-knit community of just 5,000 people. Everyone knew everyone, and let’s just say, sometimes it felt like too much. Eager to explore the world, I left for college in Madison, then spent years in…
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The Weight of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Before stepping into the world of parenthood, many people urge you to savor the freedom of being responsible only for yourself. At that time, it’s nearly impossible to grasp the full meaning of their words. You’ve only known a life where self-care takes precedence, even though you might have loved ones you…
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Embracing My Wild Child: A Journey of Acceptance
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve got a wild child, and honestly, it’s not my fault. My partner and I have done our best to guide him, but this spirited personality seems to have come out of nowhere. I certainly wasn’t like this as a kid, nor was his father. His older siblings are calm and collected,…
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10 Strategies for Managing the Challenges of Parenting a Threenager
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can sometimes feel like navigating a minefield, especially when that adorable toddler of yours turns into a “threenager.” I first came across this term before my child hit three, thinking it was just a playful way to describe their newfound independence. Little did I know, it also encapsulates the more challenging…
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5 Reasons Toddlers Are Simpler Than Teens
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, fellow parents. There’s no denying that raising toddlers can sometimes feel like a chaotic ride. It’s true that having a little one (or two) at home can resemble living with a hyperactive, overly affectionate party-goer who’s had one too many drinks—24/7. The challenges of managing toddlers—those pint-sized tornadoes of energy—often seem…