Tag: middle school

  • An Open Letter to the Parents of My Child’s Bully

    Get Pregnant Fast Dear Parents of the Child Who Hurt My Kid, While I cannot fully grasp your experiences, I can surmise that they are not dissimilar to mine. As parents, we both love our children deeply, and we often find ourselves questioning whether we’re navigating the complexities of middle school life, social media, and…

  • 9 Insights from Chaperoning a Middle School Dance

    Let’s be honest, if you were to create a list of the most awkward situations, middle school dances would land in the top three, right next to OBGYN check-ups and attending a funeral. They all share a common theme: minimal eye contact, an overwhelming sense of uncertainty about what to say, and a strong desire…

  • Revisiting Middle School in Midlife

    Get Pregnant Fast Parenting Revisiting Middle School in Midlife By Alex Harper Updated: June 23, 2016 Originally Published: April 13, 2015 Is it typical to feel like I’m back in middle school at 43? Recently, I shared my concerns about shielding my sixth-grade son from the chaotic world of middle school, but what I’ve avoided…

  • 6 Important Lessons I Want My Unpopular Middle School Daughter to Understand

    Get Pregnant Fast Middle school is a tough time for many, and I can certainly attest to that. As the oldest in my family, I didn’t have the advantage of an older sibling to guide me through those tricky social waters. I often felt out of place with my awkward hairstyles, braces (yes, I had…

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