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My Partner Earns More Than I Do, and I’m Learning to Embrace It
Get Pregnant FastAs I sat sipping my coffee one morning, a random thought struck me: why are there so few stores dedicated to selling beads? It’s baffling that in a city overflowing with shops selling e-cigarettes and artisanal coffee, finding…
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Why You Should Encourage Your Kids to Explore Books Beyond Their Age Group
Get Pregnant FastAs a mother of two, one of whom is 11 years old, I’ve witnessed firsthand the joy that reading brings to my son. Recently, he has been sharing his favorite books with me, and I couldn’t be happier.…
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The Day I Came to Terms With My Son’s Autism Diagnosis
Get Pregnant FastParentingBy: Emily Carter Updated: August 13, 2015 Originally Published: March 2, 2015Today was a pivotal day for me. It’s not often I find myself learning something profound — most days, I feel like I’m just surviving the mental…
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Long Live the Nap!
Get Pregnant FastParenting is a journey without a roadmap. When I attempt to explain the experience to those without children, I often liken it to being a scientist. Each child, at every new stage of life, is akin to formulating…
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Father’s Initiative Leads to Changing Table Installation in Men’s Restroom at Macy’s
Get Pregnant FastIn a significant move towards modern parenting, a father’s simple yet impactful letter to Macy’s has resulted in the addition of a changing table in one of their men’s restrooms. Welcome to 2016, where the notion of fathers…
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10 Things You Should and Shouldn’t Say to a Friend Going Through Divorce
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the tumultuous waters of divorce can be incredibly challenging, and the last thing your friend needs is a parade of well-meaning but misguided advice. If you find yourself in a situation where a close friend is grappling…
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The Brave Mama Manifesto
Get Pregnant FastStepping into motherhood is nothing short of a monumental adventure. It takes immense bravery to embrace the legacy of our female ancestors and bring new life into the world. This message is for all the mamas who ventured…
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7 Parenting Practices I’m Leaving Behind for Good
Get Pregnant FastParenting can often feel like a never-ending list of expectations, many of which can leave us feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. Here are seven common practices I’m choosing to step away from, and why that might be a good…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant Fast I won’t sugarcoat it—I’ve been yearning for my girl Ella this summer (yes, Ella Harper and I are on a first-name basis). At first, I thought it was a bit odd—maybe I was just trying to escape my mundane routine and dream of a more thrilling life like hers. But then it…
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Why Santa Will Always Be Part of Our Family Tradition
Get Pregnant Fast When I think back to my childhood, the figure of Santa Claus looms large in my family’s holiday celebrations. My parents truly embraced the enchantment of the season, going to great lengths to craft magical experiences for my two brothers and me. One of the highlights was an annual visit from Santa…
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From One Rage Cleaner to Another: Feels Good, Doesn’t It?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the infamous “rage clean.” You know the drill: one minute, everything is fine, and the next, you’re on your hands and knees, vacuuming up that random rock your child decided to bring inside—only to leave it on the floor for days. At first, it didn’t bother you, but now, seeing that…
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Navigating the Challenges of Parenting Spirited, Emotional, or Difficult Children
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be an incredible journey filled with joy, but for those raising spirited, emotional, or challenging children, it can often feel like an uphill battle. My first experience with this was when my daughter, Lily, now 20, was born. She was an exceptionally colicky baby, crying incessantly for nearly the first…
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17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Sons, As you grow into young men, I have countless lessons to share with you about life, strength, and respect—both for women and for yourselves. But today, I want to focus on some fundamental truths that, while not the most profound, will certainly make your lives easier as you navigate the…
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13 Thoughts Moms Have While at the Orthodontist
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, I find myself spending about an hour every couple of months at the orthodontist’s office. By my calculations, this will total around 72 hours by the time my third child completes their orthodontic journey. Despite the frequency of these visits, I can’t help but be plagued by the same…
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13 Essential Lessons About Money I Want to Share with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my kids on a trip to my grandmother’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the house she grew up in and the stories of her childhood antics, including dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store. But what struck them the most was the stark…
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Navigating Swearing in Preschoolers: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast It was a typical afternoon, and my 4-year-old daughter, Mia, and I were enjoying a quiet moment in the bank drive-thru, eagerly discussing which flavor of lollipop she would get today. Just then, the dreaded moment arrived: the bank tube returned empty, containing nothing but a receipt. I took a deep breath…