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What My Single Mother Taught Me About Strength and Resilience
Get Pregnant FastI still vividly recall that Pan Am flight from Miami to our new life in England, soaring high above the clouds of the mid-Atlantic. My mother, dressed in her usual Wrangler blue jeans and a breezy blouse, and…
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Do You Recall the Days Before Kids?
Get Pregnant FastRemember those carefree days before the little ones arrived? I can vividly picture my partner and I sneaking in some afternoon intimacy on the couch, right after that delightful morning session. Ah, those were some truly wonderful moments.Fast…
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Your Go-To Guide for Traveling While Breastfeeding and Pumping
Get Pregnant FastHey there, fellow moms! If you’re gearing up for a trip and you’re still breastfeeding or pumping, it can feel a bit daunting at first. But don’t worry! With a little planning, you can make the experience smoother…
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8 Types of Moms You’ll Encounter on a Moms’ Getaway
Get Pregnant FastThis past weekend, I experienced something more elusive than a good night’s sleep with a toddler in the house. Seven of my closest mom friends and I managed to escape our daily routines for a much-needed getaway. Sure,…
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Gym Ad Exploits Breastfeeding to Convey ‘Commitment’ — Featuring a Childless Model and Fake Babies
Get Pregnant FastIn a bold yet controversial move, luxury gym Equinox has stirred up heated discussions with its latest advertisement. The campaign aims to tap into the surge of fitness resolutions commonly seen at the start of the new year,…
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Why Are Babies Getting More Vaccines Nowadays?
Get Pregnant FastHey there, friends! Let’s chat about a topic that’s been buzzing around—why it seems like kids are getting more vaccines today than they did back in the day. I recently took my daughter to her check-up, and when…
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I Want to Take a Break from Motherhood, and That’s Totally Fine
Get Pregnant FastNext week, I have an exciting getaway planned with my closest friend. I have to admit something though: I won’t miss my child at all during this time.We’re set to enjoy four nights and four days of bliss,…
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Dear Daughter, On Your 4th Birthday: Important Lessons for Life
Get Pregnant FastDear Emma,As you celebrate your 4th birthday, I want to share some heartfelt thoughts with you. First and foremost, I want you to know that you are an absolutely wonderful little girl. Trust me, I mean it.Sometimes, I…
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Every Holiday Season, I Reflect on How You Made Me a Mama
Get Pregnant FastAs the holiday season rolls around each year, I can’t help but think back to that Christmas nine years ago when I was heavily pregnant, my belly resembling a snow globe about to burst. Sleep was elusive; I…
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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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Mother’s Controversial Choice: Leaving Child Alone in Hotel Room Sparks Debate
Get Pregnant Fast Is parental paranoia at an all-time high? This question has surfaced after a British mother faced backlash for her decision to leave her sleeping baby unattended in their hotel room while she and her husband dined downstairs. In a candid article for a popular online publication, she recounted the night they placed…
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Mark Thompson Shares Heartwarming News of Baby Number Two with a Touching Ode to Siblings
Get Pregnant Fast In an exciting announcement, Mark Thompson revealed that his wife, Emma, is expecting their second child. When Mark first shared the news of Emma’s pregnancy with their first child, he opened up about their challenges with fertility, a post that resonated with countless families. Today, he joyfully declared that Emma is pregnant…
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Navigating Life with a Hyperactive Child: My Little Dynamo Never Stops Moving
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, my youngest son, Alex, helped me assemble a bathroom cabinet that seemed to have a million parts. Unlike me, he skips the instructions and dives right in. He unwraps everything, meticulously organizes the pieces (sorting is his thing), and then gets down to business. “We can figure this out, Mom,”…
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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…