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The Argument for Allowing Food and Drink During Labor
Get Pregnant FastImagine running a marathon and being told you can’t eat or drink anything for hours beforehand. While I haven’t run a marathon, I’ve experienced childbirth, and if someone had suggested that I skip meals during those intense hours…
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21 Lessons From My Sister’s Tragic End
Get Pregnant FastI can still feel the warmth of your cheek pressed against mine. The scent of your perfume lingers in the air, and your heartbeat resonates with mine—warm, alive, and vibrant. Our roots intertwine, but everything has shifted; the…
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7 Reasons We Adore Sophia Hartman’s Wedding
She Married on Her Own Terms The media has often portrayed her as a lonely woman left behind by a younger, more glamorous partner. However, Sophia took her time to find true love, remaining engaged for three years before tying…
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Neighbors Force Couple to Demolish Their Dream Home
Get Pregnant FastImagine pouring your heart and soul into building your dream house, only to find yourself facing a lawsuit from your neighbors demanding it be torn down. This is the very situation unfolding in a quaint neighborhood in South…
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A Practical Interpretation of Your Friend’s Latest Facebook Update
Get Pregnant FastThis morning, I whipped up a batch of gluten-free, nut-free agave sweetened oatmeal cookies. I prioritize serving my child only wholesome, homemade meals that are made with ingredients sourced from fairly treated workers; I also hold the view…
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7 Enchanting Tooth Fairy Ideas to Make Losing a Tooth a Magical Experience
Get Pregnant FastParenting is filled with a myriad of milestones for both you and your little ones — some are serious, while others are just plain delightful. One of those joyful moments is when your child loses their first tooth.…
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Dear Preemie Mom: A Message of Understanding and Solidarity
Get Pregnant FastDear Preemie Mom,I see you. I see the fear and confusion etched on your face as you leave your precious baby behind in the hospital, fighting for every breath after arriving too soon. I see you diligently taking…
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Confessions of a Disorganized Mom: Embracing the Chaos
Get Pregnant FastHey there, fellow messy moms! Put that broom down and stop convincing yourself that you’ll suddenly become the queen of organization. We both know that promise leads to disappointment—and maybe even a slice of pie devoured over the…
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The Mother I Never Expected to Be
Get Pregnant FastI often find myself reflecting on the kind of mother I envisioned I would become. Just yesterday, as my little one lay on the floor in a fit of rage because I refused to let him play in…
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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…