Tag: mothering
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10 Realities of Tandem Nursing
Get Pregnant Fast Tandem nursing, where you breastfeed more than one child at a time, can be quite the journey. Here are ten truths about this unique experience that every tandem nursing parent should know. It’s Convenient: While there are other ways to calm a frustrated toddler, nothing quite compares to the effectiveness of tandem…
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6 Insights I Wish I’d Discovered Sooner About Raising Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast I envision myself as a determined mama bear—not quite a tiger mom, not an elephant mom, perhaps a straightforward everyday mom. My goal is simple: to do my best. Yet, with the pressures of preparing special lunches, organizing family dinners, and ensuring my daughters grow up strong and independent, I’ve learned that…
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Why Some Mothers Need Space: A Perspective on Touch and Connection
Get Pregnant Fast After a long day at work, clocking in at around 10 p.m. following a grueling 14-hour shift, I returned home eager to reconnect with my wife, Rachel. She had been home all day, juggling three sick children, each one a bundle of boogers and feverish complaints. As I entered, I found her…
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Parenting Standards Are Just Too High — I’m Done (And You Should Be Too)
Get Pregnant Fast I’m done. About three years ago, I reached a breaking point. The immense pressure I had placed on myself as a parent, along with my tendency to micromanage my children, left me feeling overwhelmed and bitter. It became clear that no one in my family wanted to be around me when I…
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5 Essential Do Not Disturb Signs for Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Sometimes, all you really want is a moment of peace — even if it’s just to use the bathroom in solitude. As a mom, those fleeting moments of privacy often feel like a distant dream. Sure, you love your kids, and their enthusiasm for sharing every aspect of their lives with you…
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5 Things Your Kids Don’t Care About
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, you quickly learn that children have an incredible ability to tune out the world around them. After spending countless hours with them, it becomes clear just how little they comprehend about our lives and struggles. Here are five truths about what your kids simply don’t care about. 1. They…
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I’m Sorry if My Child Is a Challenge to Like
Get Pregnant Fast The moment I realized my child was “that child” marked a significant shift in my journey as a parent. It was a day filled with a wave of shame regarding her behavior, and I began to question if there was something inherently wrong with her—or perhaps something wrong with me, as her…
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Coming to Grips with My Son’s Genetic Condition
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the journey of parenting a child with a unique genetic condition is a delicate dance between love and fear. These emotions are intertwined in a parent’s heart, creating a complex tapestry of hope mingled with anxiety. Each day begins with the hope for relief from pain or illness, while the shadow…
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The Enchantment of Nighttime Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast It was 2:30 a.m., and we were on day six (or maybe seven?) of my little one battling the stomach flu. The car seat has been cleaned more times than I can count, and the laundry pile seems to grow endlessly. I’ve set up mixing bowls throughout the house, ready for any…
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Learning to Step Back: Allowing My Partner to Shine as a Father
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate my recovery from a recent surgery, I’ve come to appreciate the crucial role my partner plays in our child’s growth. While I’ve always recognized the significance of a father’s presence, it’s easy to lose sight of that when you’re the one managing the household solo, particularly when your partner…