Tag: parenting philosophy
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Moderation Motherhood: A Realistic Approach to Parenting for Everyone
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s hyper-connected world, where social media showcases the extremes of parenting, defining the type of mother you aspire to be is a complex endeavor. Gone are the days when one could simply reply, “a good one.” Instead, we’re bombarded with sensationalized labels that define various parenting styles, pushing many of us…
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How Mr. Rogers and Louis C.K. Helped Me Embrace My Parenting Mistakes
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is undeniably tough, and it’s time I admit that I often feel lost. Like many parents, I find myself questioning my decisions and feeling overwhelmed. As the comedian Louis Szekely, known to many as Louis C.K., once put it, “Having kids can be a drag because it’s often boring… They read…
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Adopting a ‘Less Is More’ Mindset in Parenting My Fifth Child
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of five, my approach to raising children has naturally evolved over time. The most striking example of this transformation is my youngest daughter, who is about to celebrate her first birthday this weekend. Like her older siblings, she will enthusiastically dive into her own birthday cake this Saturday, creating…
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The Challenges of Parenting Books
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting The Challenges of Parenting Books By Emily Lawson Updated: March 21, 2023 Originally Published: March 21, 2023 3:30 a.m. A mother gently hums while wrapping her newborn in a swaddling blanket. “This feels too tight,” she wonders. The guide claims snug swaddling will soothe him, but instead, he kicks and cries,…
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18 Non-Negotiable Rules I Stand Firm On For My Kids – Seriously!
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve established some strict, unwavering rules that I refuse to bend for my kids. With three little ones in the house, these guidelines have actually proven to be quite effective. Here’s a glimpse into my parenting philosophy that might inspire you to create your own set of boundaries: The…
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Clearing Our Path for Our Children to Soar
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: January 28, 2021 Originally Published: July 18, 2016 My 4-year-old daughter is eagerly learning to ride her bike. While she approaches this new adventure with fearless enthusiasm, my own cautious nature often pushes me to the brink of anxiety. Last week, our differing philosophies on risk collided during a bike ride.…