Tag: open dialogue
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How Bold Boys and New Breasts Inspired Me to Listen to My Daughter More Effectively
Get Pregnant Fast On a seemingly ordinary day, I decided to leverage my “older kid” status, positioning myself in the midst of a playground scene while remaining inconspicuous. With my headphones on (playing nothing) and my eyes wide open, I observed as a boy who appeared to be about 12 years old pointed at my…
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Ask a Special Needs Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Have you heard of my amazing friend, Lisa Thompson? She runs a blog called Love that Charlie, where she shares stories about her eight-year-old son, Charlie. Charlie is the big brother to Mia and is full of personality—playful, kind-hearted, and with the most captivating blue eyes. He reminds me a lot of…
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Navigating The Baby-Making Talk: A Modern Approach to Parenting Conversations
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 14, 2015 Originally Published: Jan. 19, 2011 The other night, my nine-year-old daughter, Mia, casually declared, “I asked Dad how you make a baby, but he said you’d be mad at him if he told me.” I was taken aback and honestly unsure of how to respond. (For the record,…
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How to Discuss God with Your Kids When You’re Not Religiously Inclined
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating conversations about God and spirituality with your children can be a delicate matter, especially if you don’t adhere to a specific faith. The way you approach these discussions will shape your child’s understanding and opinions about big questions in life. Here are some insights to help you guide these conversations effectively.…
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Mom Attempts to Have a Chill Sex Talk, Ends Up Messing It Up
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to discussing safe sex with our kids, it’s crucial to provide them with both knowledge and the right protection. One mom, in her quest to be the “cool parent,” took a misstep that left everyone scratching their heads. Unless, of course, she secretly hopes to become a grandparent sooner…
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Navigating the Difficult Conversation: Talking to Our Children About Sexual Abuse
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 Originally Published: Jan. 24, 2023 About a dozen years ago, my partner and I embarked on building a home in the town where I was raised. I had always envisioned raising my family here; it was a dream I held close to my heart. This small, charming community…
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Navigating ‘The Talk’ with My 5-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom, what’s sex?” asked Lucas, fiddling with the tag on his Iron Man pajamas. “Uh, well, it’s a bit complicated. We need to head to school! Remember, today is the day you finish your Leprechaun traps!” Thank goodness we were running late again. I knew this moment would arrive, but I never…
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How to Discuss Oral Sex with Your Tween: A Guide for Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the tricky waters of adolescent conversations can feel daunting, especially when the topic of oral sex arises. While you might not expect your child to need this information for a while, fostering an open and honest dialogue is essential. You’ve laid the groundwork by discussing various aspects of health education, and…