Tag: family decisions
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The Circumcision Choice: Navigating Decisions in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast When my obstetrician asked my partner and me about our plans regarding circumcision for our future son, I instinctively turned to my partner, Mark. As a woman, I realize I can’t fully understand the male perspective, so I felt it was his call to make. Since Mark is circumcised, he confidently answered…
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Navigating the Choice to Leave Your Child Home Alone
Get Pregnant Fast Deciding to let your child stay home alone can be a daunting task for any parent. Desperate times often call for desperate measures, and I remember the day when my 8-year-old son had been clamoring to be left alone while I took care of errands. However, I was uncertain—was he really ready,…
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No One Can Claim a Baby Name – It’s Impossible to ‘Steal’ One
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to baby names, the debate can often get heated. It’s completely understandable; after all, you’re selecting a name that will stay with your child for a lifetime. However, let’s be real: everyone should have the freedom to name their children whatever they please. There are no ownership rules when…
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Should I Separate My Twins? Understanding the Dynamics of Multiple Births
Get Pregnant Fast Welcome to the second installment of our twin series. Be sure to check out the first part, “Seeing Double: How the Rise of Twins Affects Pregnancy and Birth.” When I found out I was expecting twins, I was bewildered—who really is prepared for that? While I had a multitude of concerns during…
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An Open Letter to All Who Are Pressuring Me to Have a Second Child
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Family, Friends, Acquaintances, and Random Folks at the Grocery Store, I want to take a moment to address the relentless inquiries about whether I plan to have another child. Despite the constant suggestions from all corners—from my mother, my husband’s mother, my sister’s husband’s mom, that friendly neighbor, and even the…
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My Difficult Decision to Keep My Son Off the Football Field
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, while sharing a meal at a local diner, my son, Ethan, looked down at his plate and confessed he had something important to discuss. Anticipating news about grades or a crush, I was caught off guard when he said, “Mom, I really wish you’d think about letting me join the high…
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Why My Family Foregoes Sleepovers
Get Pregnant Fast When I was seven, I experienced something that would shape my views on sleepovers forever. It was at a friend’s house when she introduced me to a secret game that quickly turned into something much darker. This encounter was a betrayal of trust, and it happened repeatedly during sleepovers and playdates. I…
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If You Believe Piercing a Baby’s Ears Is Unkind, Then Just Don’t Do It
Get Pregnant Fast In recent news, an online petition aimed at prohibiting ear piercing for infants and toddlers in the U.K. has attracted nearly 40,000 signatures. The petition’s creator, Linda Thompson, argues that ear piercing is a form of “child cruelty,” claiming, “Infants endure significant pain and fear for no reason other than parental vanity.…