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Fathers, Co-Sleeping Doesn’t Have To Kill Your Sex Life
Get Pregnant FastThere seems to be a common belief among dads that co-sleeping is a romance killer, a marriage destroyer, and an all-around bad idea. “How can you maintain intimacy when there’s a child in between?” they lament, with tears…
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Finding My Place in a House Full of Boys: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant FastIn 1992, I welcomed a wonderful baby boy, which came as a surprise because I had always envisioned myself with a daughter. Though no one had confirmed it to me, I just felt it deep down—as if maternal…
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20 Hilarious Parent Tweets About Teens and Tweens
Get Pregnant FastParenthood requires a special kind of resilience. We’ve survived the incessant loop of kids’ songs, scrubbed spaghetti sauce off walls, and cleaned up Kool-Aid disasters (the red kind, of course). We’ve navigated the turbulent waters of sandwich crust…
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The Top 15 Insights from Our Family RV Adventure
Get Pregnant FastThere’s something magical about family camping trips that encourages kids to exchange their gadgets for sticks, dive into timeless games of tag, and share cozy sleeping bags beneath the twinkling stars. Witnessing those joyous faces smeared with marshmallows…
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Let Your Toddler Create a Beautiful Mess
Get Pregnant FastIs your one-year-old bursting with creativity? If so, now is the perfect time to explore that artistic side. Hand your little one some washable crayons and a stack of paper, and let the magic happen—yes, we’re talking about…
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What Would Julia Roberts Do?
Menu Parenting What Would Julia Roberts Do?Get Pregnant FastUpdated: July 27, 2014Originally Published: September 4, 2012Parenting is a challenging endeavor. It ebbs and flows. It can be misleading. Just when you think you have a solid handle on it, it…
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8 Reasons Teenagers Can Be More Intimidating Than Threenagers
Get Pregnant FastWhen I first stumbled upon the term “threenager,” I thought it was a clever way to describe the temperamental antics of a 3-year-old. But having lived through the teenage years with my own child, I can confidently say…
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Aging in Place: How Can We Support Our Parents?
Get Pregnant FastIf you have an aging parent facing health challenges, and live far away, you might find yourself in a conversation that feels all too familiar:“How did your doctor’s appointment go?” “Fine, I guess,” they reply. “Did you get…
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I’m Done: A Declaration of Independence in Parenting
Get Pregnant FastBy: Laura ThompsonUpdated: Oct. 14, 2018Originally Published: Feb. 23, 2016I’m through with it all. Seriously, I’m done.I quit jumping up from the table every time I finally sit down. I quit folding my kids’ laundry. Honestly, they’re old…
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- The 7 Stages of Breaking Up with Coffee as a Parent
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The 7 Stages of Breaking Up with Coffee as a Parent
Get Pregnant FastCoffee 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 or…
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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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Why I’d Pass on a Mommy Makeover
Get Pregnant Fast I used to be a big fan of the show What Not to Wear that aired on TLC. You might still catch it in reruns. I was always intrigued by the suspense leading up to the big reveal and became somewhat of an expert on what clothing suits various body types (hint:…
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The Importance of Changing Tables in Public Restrooms – Let’s Get It Together, Businesses!
Get Pregnant Fast Every public restroom should feature a changing table. We’ve all experienced that frustrating moment when you’re out shopping or dining, and suddenly your baby needs a diaper change. You rush to the restroom only to find—gasp—no changing table in sight. What’s your next move? You could resort to changing your baby in…
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Why My Joys Have Become Simpler
Get Pregnant Fast “I’m actually looking forward to our time in the car,” I told my 6-year-old son, Max. “Me too!” he exclaimed as we gathered our things. Car-time has become a cherished ritual in our home. After months of trying to fill the gaps while my oldest was at gymnastics, we’ve realized that simply…
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When Love Alone Isn’t Enough: What I Would Say If My Child Comes Out as LGBTQ+
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting often involves navigating uncomfortable discussions. I still remember the awkward morning when I found myself explaining the birds and the bees to my 8-year-old, far earlier than I had anticipated. Since then, I’ve tried to prepare myself for those inevitable conversations. I’ve mentally rehearsed talks about everything from bullying to hygiene…
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Teacher Fired for Using Anatomically Correct Term in Class: A Controversy Unfolds
Get Pregnant Fast In a surprising turn of events, a substitute teacher in Michigan has found herself out of a job for using the term “vagina” during an art history lesson. The educator, who has been renamed Sarah Johnson for this story, was discussing the renowned artist Georgia O’Keeffe with her eighth-grade students when she…
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Understanding My Daughter with Special Needs: What You May Not Realize
Get Pregnant Fast To those who notice my daughter’s unique gait and deliberate pace with physical activities and assume she lacks ability: You really don’t know my daughter. To those who see her speech delays and think she’s not aware of her surroundings: You don’t know my daughter. To those who see her struggle to…