Tag: daily routine
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Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom: A Tale of Two Parents
Get Pregnant Fast It’s no secret that parenting can be exhausting. Have you ever noticed how your parenting style shifts dramatically from morning to afternoon? I wake up each day bursting with energy, filled with hopes and plans for enriching my child’s experiences. However, by the afternoon, I often feel like I’m just trying to…
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What If You Wore the Same Outfit to Work Every Day for Three Years?
Get Pregnant Fast You know the routine: you stand in front of your closet, trying on multiple outfits before finally settling on one. You arrive at work only to feel either over-dressed or under-dressed, and when important meetings arise, you find yourself more anxious about your attire than preparing for the discussion itself. Sound familiar?…
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The Daily Wardrobe Changes of a Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jamie Thompson 6:54 AM Our little fashionista greets the day in an adorable owl pajama set from the trendy Carter’s collection. However, her excitement leads to an unexpected morning shower, soaking the outfit completely. 7:03 AM Time for a change! I swap her into a onesie featuring my alma mater’s…
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The 5 Stages of a Toddler’s Hectic Bedtime Routine
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Life as a Wandering Parent Updated: April 22, 2021 Originally Published: Feb. 14, 2016 Ah, bedtime—the moment parents look forward to as a gateway to a few blissful hours of freedom after the little ones drift off to dreamland. But let’s be honest: the entire “bedtime routine” can feel like…
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Dear Starbucks, You’re My Unbreakable Habit
Get Pregnant Fast Oh, Starbucks, we’ve been through this before, haven’t we? I’ve made attempts to part ways with you, convinced I could find happiness elsewhere. I bought a Keurig to brew just one cup when the craving hit, and I’ve stocked my pantry with syrups and powders in a failed effort to recreate your…
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In 24 Hours, My Kids Request Snacks 10 Times
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the eternal snack quest. My kids have turned asking for snacks into an art form, demanding to munch at all hours. While they seem to understand that breakfast is a morning affair, they’ve fully embraced the idea that snacks can—and should—be devoured at any time of the day or night. Here’s…
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The Daily Reality of a Stay-at-Home Mom: An Honest Look
Get Pregnant Fast When my little one, Max, reached the age of six months, I faced an undeniable crossroads. My salary barely covered daycare expenses, and the longing for my baby while at work made me feel miserable. Despite my affection for my career, the balance just didn’t seem to tip in my favor. I…
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A Practical Survival Guide for Parenting on the Toughest Days
Get Pregnant Fast The baby decided to wake up at 3 a.m. and has been wide awake ever since. At 4 a.m., one of your kids had an accident in bed, and the baby set a new record by waking up a staggering eight times throughout the night. By the time 7 a.m. rolls around,…
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A Mom on the Go: The Endless Hustle of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, it often feels like I’m in a constant state of motion. From the moment I wake up to the sound of little feet padding down the hallway until I finally close my eyes at night, there’s barely a moment to catch my breath. The to-do lists are endless, stretching…