Tag: extracurricular activities
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When Kids Turn Down Extracurricular Activities
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting today often revolves around the pressures of extracurricular activities. I grew up in a simpler time when my parents encouraged free play with a stick that doubled as a horse, and that was more than enough for me. But now, there’s a growing expectation to enroll our children in various activities,…
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Extracurricular Activities: Beyond Just Sports
Get Pregnant Fast As I stood under the sweltering August sun, I squinted towards the man in the grandstands waving his arms. I was part of our high school color guard, marching alongside my teammates as we followed the guidance of our coach, Mike. We spent hours in the scorching heat, practicing flag routines and…
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Why I’m Struggling Financially Because My Child Is in Dance
Get Pregnant Fast When my son, Ethan, revealed at just five years old that he was done with dance, I thought my dreams of being a dance mom were dashed. Truth be told, I didn’t have that ambition in the first place. However, I couldn’t resist the allure of those adorable costumes and the sight…
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Extra-Curricular Crackdown: Take Control of Your Family’s Schedule
Get Pregnant Fast Listen up, parents! It’s time to take a stand. No more chasing your kids around town at ungodly hours or feeling like a taxi service. I’ve had enough, and I’m sure you have too. How did I manage to reclaim my sanity without sacrificing my three kids? By implementing an extra-curricular crackdown!…
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Is Homework the Real Issue?
Get Pregnant Fast Back in the 1980s, when I was in elementary school, homework was a staple of our education. Many of my peers from Generation X share similar memories—spelling exercises, vocabulary drills, or a simple worksheet were part of our routine. The unspoken rule at home was clear: no playtime until the homework was…
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4 Reasons We Transition into Slacker Moms
Get Pregnant Fast As the new school year kicks off, many of us feel like supermoms, seamlessly juggling early mornings, packed lunches, and organized schedules. You’ve got everything down to a science—setting out clothes the night before, prepping healthy meals, and even squeezing in bedtime stories. You’re up before dawn, energized and ready to tackle…