Tag: childhood
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This Time Capsule Will Take You on a Nostalgic Journey Back to the 90s
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re yearning for a blast from the past, you’ll definitely appreciate the incredible time capsule created by a woman during her teenage years. Emma Thompson recently discovered her three-part capsule while cleaning out her closet and decided it was time to share her nostalgic treasures with the world. “My mom insisted…
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Caution: Watch This IKEA Ad at Your Own Risk
Get Pregnant Fast Brace yourselves, parents. The latest IKEA commercial is bound to tug at your heartstrings and might even leave you in tears. A few weeks ago, I snapped a photo of my 5-year-old son giving me a kiss on the cheek, and his eye roll was a stark reminder that he won’t always…
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Disciplining Your Child: Navigating Parenting When Time is Limited
Get Pregnant Fast As I turned to my partner, I found myself saying, “She needs to understand that her actions have consequences.” My thoughts trailed off, leaving me pondering what it truly means to raise a child when the future may not be as certain as we hope. Every child has vital lessons to learn…
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12 Classic Parenting Techniques I Use with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve transitioned from the “old-school” methods I experienced growing up to a style that fits my family’s dynamic. Just like many of you, I’ve blended traditional approaches with modern sensibilities. In our household, there’s no designated head of the family; we’re all equally tired and no one wants extra…
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The Thoughts of a 4-Year-Old Getting Dressed
Get Pregnant Fast Oh boy, I had the best sleep ever! Sure, I woke up Mommy five times to tell her about the spooky shadows in my room that looked like a monster, but I just knew she’d want to know. I mean, she must’ve missed me a lot while I was dreaming! When she…
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How Motherhood Transformed My Heart
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I’ve been chatting with my oldest child, who is an energetic 4-year-old, about the arrival of our third baby. I want to prepare him for the changes ahead, ensuring the transition is smooth. Our conversations revolve around how life will shift, focusing on the baby’s needs, the inevitable crying and sleeping,…
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Object Permanence: A Parenting Journey of Love and Loss
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, as I settled down beside my 6-year-old daughter, Lily, to read her a bedtime story, the calmness of the room was interrupted by a soft sniffle. “Are you okay, Lily?” “It’s about Mr. Fluffy,” she replied, holding up the worn-out stuffed bunny. “Look how old and dirty he is! He…
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And Just Like That, They’ve Outgrown Childhood
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit in my living room, I watch my son skillfully assemble his latest Lego masterpiece. His fingers navigate the colorful pieces with precision, and I can’t help but notice the subtle changes in his physique — the broadening of his shoulders, the elongation of his neck. His face, too, is…
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In Defense of Protecting Our Children for as Long as Possible
Get Pregnant Fast My partner and I engage in open and honest conversations with our children. No topic is off-limits; when they have questions, we strive to provide clear answers that are appropriate for their age. However, we are mindful of what, when, and how much information we share with them. Yes, we deliberately shield…