Tag: childhood challenges
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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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20 Things Easier Than Reasoning with a 4-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast My 4-year-old typically unwinds after preschool with a nap and a dose of his favorite show. However, today was different; he flopped down on the couch and then came racing back to me, demanding a new show, but he had no clue what he wanted to watch. “I want something else, but…
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15 Hard Truths About Raising a Tween Girl
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the world of parenting a tween girl is akin to an exhilarating roller coaster ride—one filled with unexpected twists, thrilling highs, and some pretty daunting lows. As we buckle up for this ride, we might find ourselves grappling with certain uncomfortable realities. Here are 15 hard truths that come with being…
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I’m Worried I Might Be Raising a Modern-Day Josie Grossie
Get Pregnant Fast When I think of the name “Josie Grossie,” a character portrayed by Drew Barrymore in the film Never Been Kissed immediately comes to mind. In her high school days, Josie was the epitome of awkwardness—struggling with greasy hair, braces that slightly altered her speech, questionable fashion choices, and a heart full of…
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Embracing Independence: A Journey of Growth
Get Pregnant Fast He approached the cashier with a determination that radiated from him, his glasses sliding down his nose as he leaned closer to the counter. As he placed his order, his voice cut through the soft chatter around him, drawing my attention and causing my heart to race. I couldn’t help but wonder…
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I’m Not a Bad Parent, But I Really Dislike Box Tops
Get Pregnant Fast Once your child enters elementary school, they become instantly acquainted with the infamous ‘Box Top.’ I’m fairly certain that on the very first day, the teacher introduces herself, assigns desks, and then immediately instills in our kids the significance of THE BOX TOP! “MOM! It supports our school!” “Box Tops are helping…
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20 Signs Your Child Might Be Challenging
Get Pregnant Fast Every child can be a handful at times, but not every child is truly “difficult.” While friends may share amusing tales of their little terrors, I find myself looking for the punchline. A tantrum here, a meltdown there, a brief crying fit—sure, it’s frustrating, but is that really a difficult child? Let’s…
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Parenting Insights Inspired by Johnny Cash
Get Pregnant Fast One of the most memorable songs I know tells the story of a young boy whose life is shaped by a tough upbringing, largely due to “the meanest thing” his father did before leaving him and his mother behind: he named him Sue. In the iconic track “A Boy Named Sue,” written…
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Like Mother, Like Son: Raising a Mini-Me Can Be Quite the Challenge
Get Pregnant Fast My son is an introspective, book-loving, somewhat quirky individual. He possesses a unique blend of intelligence and silliness, exhibiting moments of deep focus and unexpected emotional outbursts. In many ways, he mirrors me, which can be both startling and amusing. He immerses himself in a book to such an extent that the…