Tag: gymnastics
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A Heartfelt Note of Gratitude to Emma Turner: Inspiring Our Little Girls
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Emma, My daughter would love to write to you herself, but at just 5 years old, she’s still mastering the letters of the alphabet. You may be starting to understand what it feels like to be one of the most recognized figures in the world. I wanted to take a moment…
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The Other P-Word: Why We Need to Rethink Its Use
Get Pregnant Fast In past conversations about societal norms, certain taboo words have taken center stage—the f-word, the c-word, and even the x-word, which I occasionally have to look up. These words, laden with shock and stigma, evoke a mixture of shame and laughter. Yet, amidst this alphabet soup of controversial terms, one particular p-word…
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Aly Raisman’s Parents’ Adorably Nervous Reactions During Her Olympic Performances Will Make Your Day
Get Pregnant Fast Watching our children compete is always a nerve-wracking experience, but witnessing them at the Olympics takes that anxiety to a whole new level. Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman’s parents, Tom and Sarah, have become fan favorites for their endearing reactions from the stands, perfectly capturing the essence of every proud yet anxious parent.…
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Confessions of an Unintentional Sports Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: December 18, 2023 Originally Published: June 4, 2023 Every time I mention that my 8-year-old daughter trains for a staggering 12 hours a week on a competitive gymnastics team, I encounter two distinct reactions. The first is an exuberant, “Wow, she’s going to the Olympics, right?” The second is more subdued:…