Tag: Family Discussions
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A Conversation for the Future
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: January 27, 2023 Originally Published: July 18, 2010 As is common with children at this age, my three-year-old son has begun to inquire about human anatomy. Recently, he asked me, “Where’s your belly button?” mixing up the terms in the way only a child can. “Mommies don’t have penises,” I explained…
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Are Beyoncé and I Raising an Anti-Feminist Son?
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Carter Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 Originally Published: Jan. 21, 2015 It all started when my son pointed out that if a song had the same lyrics but focused on boys, it would likely be labeled as sexist. My response? “You’re absolutely right.” And thus, the debate began. He struggles to…
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Why Aren’t Our Teens Using Birth Control? Because of Us.
Get Pregnant Fast I’ll never forget the day my mom discovered I was sexually active—she found out by flipping through my high school yearbook while I was out at a graduation party. You’d think that would have left a lasting mark on me, but I can hardly recall the aftermath. There was a quick chat,…
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Why It’s Crucial to Have ‘The Talk’ With Kids Sooner Than You Think
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s digital age, children have unprecedented access to the internet, making it essential for parents to initiate discussions about sex much earlier than we might anticipate. With the ease of using tablets and streaming services, kids are exposed to all sorts of content—much of which they aren’t ready to process. This…
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Navigating The Baby-Making Talk: A Modern Approach to Parenting Conversations
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 14, 2015 Originally Published: Jan. 19, 2011 The other night, my nine-year-old daughter, Mia, casually declared, “I asked Dad how you make a baby, but he said you’d be mad at him if he told me.” I was taken aback and honestly unsure of how to respond. (For the record,…
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Dad’s Refreshing Approach to the Sex Talk With His Teens: A Conversation You Wish You’d Had
Get Pregnant Fast This week, a father’s candid discussion about sex with his teenage kids has garnered a wave of admiration on social media. It’s becoming increasingly clear that merely advocating for abstinence without providing practical guidance is an outdated method. This dad, who goes by the username t-away-man, has taken an enlightened approach to…
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How to Discuss God with Your Kids When You’re Not Religiously Inclined
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating conversations about God and spirituality with your children can be a delicate matter, especially if you don’t adhere to a specific faith. The way you approach these discussions will shape your child’s understanding and opinions about big questions in life. Here are some insights to help you guide these conversations effectively.…
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Kid-Sized Insights on Down Syndrome
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By: Jamie Lee Updated: Aug. 21, 2015 Originally Published: June 21, 2011 “Once Max turns three, he’ll be chatting away just like Lily,” my son Leo confidently declared, his little voice brimming with certainty. For a moment, I contemplated letting that statement slide—after all, Max, who doesn’t have any known disabilities,…