Tag: large families
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How to Raise a Small Army
Get Pregnant Fast When I share that I’m a mom to five children, people often pause, their expressions shifting to a mix of disbelief and pity. The societal norm seems to dictate that three is the maximum acceptable number of kids—unless you fall into certain categories, of course. But beyond that threshold, reactions can range…
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Viral Birth Announcement Celebrates Large Families
Get Pregnant Fast In a delightful twist on the typical birth announcement, a couple from Raleigh, Jamie and Alex Morgan, recently shared their excitement for their fourth child in a way that resonates with many parents of larger families. With 4-year-old twin girls, a 3-year-old boy, and another son on the way, they noticed a…
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What You Sacrifice When Your Kids Outnumber You
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is no walk in the park, even on your best days. Whether you’re raising one child or have a crew that could rival a small army, the challenges are real. As a mom of four (yes, I understand how it happens, thank you!), I can confidently say that while each additional…
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How I Navigated Parenting My Last Baby in a Large Family
Get Pregnant Fast Having a big family has certainly changed my perspective on parenting, especially with my fourth child. When you reach this milestone, society seems to issue a new label—suddenly, you are no longer just managing a “normal” large family but rather a “freakishly huge” one. And let me tell you, by this point,…
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10 Intrusive Questions People Ask About Our Large Family
“Are all these kids yours?” Nope. Just the six I’ve claimed. The rest? No idea who they belong to. “With the same partner?” Absolutely! He’s a total catch. I might even have a cheeky picture of him on my phone. Care to see? “Don’t you know how that happens?” Of course! My attractive partner and…
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Why Having More Kids Can Actually Save You Money
Get Pregnant Fast When people learn that I have four kids, their reactions usually fit into one of three categories: “Wow! You must be so busy!” Yes, I am, but it’s a fulfilling kind of busy. Most days, anyway. When it gets overwhelming, there’s always a blend of yoga and a glass of wine to…
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5 Comments to Avoid When Speaking to a Pregnant Mom of Many
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother of five and currently expecting my sixth, I can tell you that even though my bump isn’t obvious yet, I’m already bracing for the absurd remarks that tend to come my way whenever I step outside with my lively crew. With five kids and another on the way, I…
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What to Anticipate When You Have Four Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Having four little ones has been a whirlwind journey over the past six and a half years and four pregnancies. Here are some insights I’ve gathered along the way: Expect Stares and Comments When you venture out with your entire crew, prepare for some curious glances and odd remarks, as if you’re…
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10 Outrageous Questions I Get Asked as a Mom of Seven
Get Pregnant Fast Having seven kids is a wild ride that I wouldn’t trade for anything. Over the years, I’ve encountered my fair share of quirky inquiries. Here are ten of the most ludicrous questions I often hear: Are they all yours? Absolutely! I brought six of them into this world and adopted one. Sometimes,…