Tag: family traditions
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Christmas Morning with Kids: The Dream vs. The Reality
Get Pregnant Fast After years of browsing through holiday catalogs and scrolling Pinterest for festive inspiration, I envisioned Christmas morning with my children as a picturesque scene right out of a Norman Rockwell painting, accompanied by the angelic melodies of holiday tunes. Many parents likely share a similar vision of what gift-opening will be like…
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Can We Please Stop Making Everything So Over-the-Top Magical?
Get Pregnant Fast Earlier this year, on St. Patrick’s Day morning, I followed our routine with only a slight twist. I helped my son get dressed, intentionally laying out a green shirt. That was it. After dropping him off at school, I returned home to browse online, and what did I find? Kitchens with overturned…
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Should You Create a Gift Registry for Your Child’s Birthday?
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting, the question often arises: should you set up a gift registry for your child’s birthday? As parenting expert Julia Harper notes in a recent article, such registries can shift the focus from celebrating friendships to merely unwrapping presents. Kids might start to believe they will receive everything…
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The Grumpy Toddler in This Hilarious Holiday Photo Represents Us All
Get Pregnant Fast It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but that doesn’t mean family photos are any less of a hassle. A recent snapshot from a family in Australia perfectly captures this sentiment, and it’s taking the internet by storm. In this amusing holiday photo, we see the son of Australian…
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Lessons from My Mom: The Art of Chicken Parmigiana
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to whipping up a meal, I often find myself reaching for my phone, dialing my mom for a few pointers. Whether it’s confirming the right ingredients or ensuring I’ve got the oven set to the perfect temperature, her expertise is invaluable. My mom is an exceptional cook, and her…
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The Importance of Honesty with Our Children About Thanksgiving
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be candid: I never discussed the traditional narrative of Thanksgiving with my children. As a homeschooling parent, I had the freedom to choose what they learned, and I opted to bypass the typical Pilgrim story—the one where the English settlers gather around a turkey dinner with Native Americans. My kids have…
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Why Newborn Puppy Photo Shoots Should Become a Regular Tradition
Get Pregnant Fast If you find the sight of snugly wrapped newborns irresistible, just wait until you lay eyes on a swathed puppy. Talented photographer Samantha Hale often captures the charm of infants, but her latest project features an utterly adorable newborn pup: a tiny Olde English Bulldogge. Samantha’s close friend, Nina, was facing a…
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Christmas: A Cultural Celebration for Many Families
Get Pregnant Fast My partner and I identify as Jewish, having been raised in secular households, yet we embrace our cultural heritage and observe the major Jewish holidays. This means we enjoy numerous gatherings throughout the year with our extended families, sharing laughter, stories, and delicious dishes like latkes and matzo ball soup. These experiences…
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Couple Celebrates 61 Years of Marriage with Their Original Wedding Cake
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming display of enduring love, a couple from Florida is commemorating their 61 years of marriage by indulging in their original wedding cake. Meet the delightful duo, Helen and Jack Thompson. “Here we are in our 80s, and our love for each other remains as strong as ever. We still…
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4 Precautions I’m Taking Before Signing My Kids Up for Football
Get Pregnant Fast As the excitement of a new football season unfolds, I’ve found myself staying up late, catching every thrilling moment of the game. My older kids eagerly join me, often pushing their bedtime just to watch until halftime. It’s become a cherished family tradition to cheer for our favorite teams together, regardless of…