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Navigating a Zero-Based Budget as a New Parent
Get Pregnant FastBecoming a parent is an exciting adventure, but it can also bring financial stress, especially if life throws you a curveball like a job loss. When Jenna was pregnant with her second child, her husband unexpectedly lost his…
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Raising My Child on Six Hours of TV a Day
Get Pregnant FastRelocating to a new city can be challenging, but starting a remote job with three kids in school and one little one at home is even tougher. Finding playmates for a lonely four-year-old can feel like a daunting…
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Tiger Mom’s Contract With Her Adult Daughters Sparks Controversy
Get Pregnant FastIn recent news, Amy Chua, famously known as the “Tiger Mom,” has made headlines once again by requiring her adult daughters to sign a rather strict contract before they can enjoy a summer stay at her New York…
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10 Reasons to Avoid Staying in a House with Toddlers
Get Pregnant FastBack in my carefree single days, hosting friends involved little more than microwaving snacks, enjoying some cigarettes after dinner, and diving into profound discussions about the merits of manual versus automatic cars. Ah, the depth of youthful conversations.…
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Embracing My 40s: A Marathon Journey
Get Pregnant FastLet me take you back to a time when my most significant marathon experience was sprinting two laps during a jog-a-thon in fourth grade. Fast forward to the cusp of my 40s, and here I was, daring to…
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How to Embrace Your Bikini Line Without Feeling Like a Wild Animal
Get Pregnant FastAs someone who’s navigated the often confusing world of bikini grooming, I can tell you that my first experience with waxing was a bit of a disaster. I had a mix-up with the aesthetician and left feeling like…
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Hey Moms in the School Drop-Off Line, It’s Time to Step Out of the Car
Get Pregnant FastLast school year was quite the adventure for my family. I was nearing the end of my pregnancy with my fourth child and juggling school runs for my other kids, all while navigating a commute of 25 miles.…
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Museum’s Irony: Breastfeeding Mom Asked to Leave While Art Celebrates Women’s Rights
Get Pregnant FastIn a baffling turn of events, a mother found herself confronted by museum staff while breastfeeding her infant in a place that proudly showcases exhibits on women’s rights. The incident, which has since gone viral on social media,…
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You Lose, NRA: Doctors Can Now Discuss Firearms with Patients
Get Pregnant FastIn a significant ruling, a federal appeals court has overturned parts of a Florida law that previously prohibited physicians from inquiring about firearm ownership among their patients. Understanding whether guns are present in a household is crucial for patient safety, and now, doctors can freely address this vital topic.According to The Trace, the…
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To My Youngest, The Sibling of a Special Needs Child: Important Lessons for You
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little One, Today marks your 4th birthday, and I find myself marveling at how quickly time flies. Watching you play and laugh with your friends fills my heart with indescribable joy. I want to take a moment to share some thoughts with you—thoughts that you may not fully understand right now,…
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FDA Issues New Warning: Parents, Avoid Homeopathic Teething Products
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent alert, the FDA has reiterated its stance against the use of homeopathic teething products for infants, particularly those made by Hyland’s. Despite the discontinuation of their teething tablets and gels, the company has not issued a recall, raising concerns among parents everywhere. Many of us, myself included, relied on…
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Motherhood: The Unvarnished Truth
Get Pregnant Fast This morning, I completely lost it. After getting the kids ready for school—dressed, fed, teeth brushed, and backpacks in tow—I turned on the TV. I have a strict rule about which channels they can watch. There’s so much garbage out there—shows aimed at teens and preteens that feature kids hurling insults like…
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The Hidden Sisterhood of Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast Miscarriage — it’s a term shrouded in silence, isn’t it? A word often kept to ourselves or whispered among trusted friends, even though nearly one in four women will experience it. If you go through a miscarriage, you find yourself in an unspoken sisterhood that few outsiders dare to discuss and that…
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The 7 Stages of Breaking Up with Coffee as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Coffee has earned its place alongside the essentials of parenting, right up there with extra diapers. In those early morning hours, many parents might even regard it as more valuable than their own children. But what happens when you decide to break up with this beloved brown brew, whether for health reasons…
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Dad Pranks School with Vacation Snap to Justify Teen’s Absence
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting, creativity can sometimes take center stage, especially when it comes to school attendance. One father in the UK, Mark Thompson, recently showcased his ingenuity by using a vacation photo to explain his 15-year-old son Alex’s absence from school. Mark, along with his partner, Lisa, operates a travel…
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Why Do Kids Hear Their Mom’s Voice But Still Manage to Tune Us Out?
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, moms often seem to possess extraordinary abilities. We can sense when our children are lying, feeling unwell, or simply in need of some attention with just a glance. Interestingly, research shows that kids are biologically wired to recognize their mothers’ voices more readily than anyone else’s. So…
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I Am A Person of Faith, and the Religious Right Does NOT Represent Me
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s have an honest conversation, my friends. It’s time to clarify my stance once and for all. When I mention that I attend church, I can almost hear the thoughts racing through your mind. You might be questioning whether I align with the religious right—the small, yet influential group that claims the…