Tag: independence
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Teens Deserve Privacy Too
Get Pregnant Fast As I lean against the doorframe of my teenage daughter’s room, I can’t help but notice how remarkably tidy it is while she’s away at camp. The bed is neatly made, and the floor is devoid of the usual clutter of clothes and books. Her phone, typically an extension of her hand,…
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12 Classic Parenting Techniques I Use with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve transitioned from the “old-school” methods I experienced growing up to a style that fits my family’s dynamic. Just like many of you, I’ve blended traditional approaches with modern sensibilities. In our household, there’s no designated head of the family; we’re all equally tired and no one wants extra…
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Navigating College Move-In Day Without Losing Your Cool
Get Pregnant Fast Successfully managing move-in day hinges on preparation and adaptability. By this point, you should have gathered all essential items (don’t forget to check out the fantastic printable shopping list from Target or the online lists tailored for various colleges by Bed Bath & Beyond) and had “The Talk” about roommates, friendships, campus…
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Mother Arrested for Leaving 8 and 9-Year-Old Home Alone While Picking Up Takeout
Get Pregnant Fast A Maryland mother found herself in hot water after leaving her two children, aged eight and nine, alone in their vacation rental in Delaware while she stepped out to grab some takeout. The incident raises numerous questions that many parents face when deciding whether to leave their children at home unsupervised. How…
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Embracing Mess: Allowing Kids to Own Their Space
Get Pregnant Fast I thrive in a tidy environment, favoring clean surfaces and organized spaces. As a minimalist at heart (with a notable weakness for shoe stores), excessive clutter can easily send me into a tailspin. My kids are well aware of my standards; they know that if they don’t pick up after themselves, I’ll…
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Why Clean Floors Don’t Define Good Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, my sister’s partner gifted me a quirky sign that read, “Good moms have sticky floors, dirty ovens, and happy children.” Naturally, I couldn’t resist making a quip about how my floors are anything but sticky and my oven is spotless. He struggled to recover from the unintended implication, stumbling over his…
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10 Reasons Why I Envy Your Big Kid
Get Pregnant Fast Let me just say that I understand the well-meaning parents out there, ready to lecture me about cherishing every moment with my little ones. Yes, I hear you, but I can also look forward to a time when I’m not dodging vomit or wiping tiny bottoms. Moms of older kids seem to…
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The Rituals and Uncertainties of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast One of the delightful surprises of parenting is the unique soundtrack that fills a waking home—the soft click of the alarm clock, upbeat tunes echoing from down the hall, and the playful chaos of pets racing up the stairs. It’s the gentle rustle of sheets as little feet shuffle towards the bathroom…
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The Value of Giving Kids Time Away From Us
Get Pregnant Fast Before diving into the topic, take a moment to close your eyes and reflect on your happiest childhood memory. What comes to mind? What were you doing, and who were you with? If you’re anything like me, those vivid memories likely involve friends rather than parental figures. According to Dr. Samuel Harris,…
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How Much Should We ‘Coddle’ Our Kids?
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can often feel like a tightrope walk when it comes to the question of how much support we should give our children. Take, for instance, my friend Emma, a powerhouse who raised four daughters. She’s the type who never backs down from a challenge—whether it was playing three varsity sports in…