Tag: playtime
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Kids: It’s Not You, It’s Me (Your Exhausted Mom)
Get Pregnant Fast I’m exhausted. I get it, that’s not the best excuse for anything as a mom, but honestly, what mother doesn’t feel worn out? Yet, there are days when my fatigue runs so deep, it’s like it’s embedded in my bones, impacting my ability to be the mother I aspire to be consistently.…
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Exciting New Toys for 2015: A Fresh Take on Playtime
Get Pregnant Fast Are your little ones already losing interest in their holiday gifts? Don’t fret! The recent International Toy Fair in New York unveiled an impressive array of new toys that are sure to reignite their enthusiasm for play. Here are a few standout highlights: Zoomer Dino: This remote-controlled dinosaur was crowned the toy…
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It’s Time to Prioritize Outdoor Play for Our Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Image via Shutterstock In today’s structured school environments, children are missing out on the vital unstructured playtime they desperately need. Despite their boundless energy, kids are often confined to rigid schedules that limit their freedom to explore and play. Pediatric experts are raising concerns about this trend, urging schools to rethink their…
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My Child Has Outgrown Me
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast It’s not like I was caught off guard; the signs have been apparent for a while now. I suppose I was just clinging to the hope that this was merely a phase, that my son would come around or at the very least show a bit more respect. I may project…
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Are Children Getting Enough Outdoor Time?
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up in the scenic mountains of West Virginia, I spent my days exploring the great outdoors—navigating muddy riverbanks, scrambling over rocks, and discovering bugs with sticks in hand. My husband, Alex, has similar memories from his childhood in sunny Florida, where outdoor play was a staple of life, as long as…
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Recess is Essential: The Consequences of Extended Sitting in Schools
Get Pregnant Fast Recess is not an indulgence, and playtime should never be considered optional. In recent years, schools have been slashing recess periods and even using the threat of removing this vital break as a form of discipline. Experts are finally speaking out against these practices, and it’s high time they did. The Centers…
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The 15 Most Imaginative Toys That Shaped Our Childhoods
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks back, we explored some of the less-than-stellar toys from our childhoods in the ’80s. However, amidst the clunkers, there were gems that sparked our creativity and allowed us to express ourselves through play. These are the toys that fueled our imaginations, enabling us to create, design, and explore. If…
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The Top Baby Floor Mats of 2025 for Play and Tummy Time
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, fellow parents! If you’re on the hunt for the best baby floor mats for your little one’s playtime and tummy time, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up some of the top picks that not only keep your baby comfy but also add a touch of style to…
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Dear Overprotective Moms, You’re Spoiling the Fun for Everyone
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Olivia Harper Updated: May 13, 2020 Originally Published: Jan. 2, 2016 There she stands beneath my 3-year-old, arms raised as if waiting for divine intervention. My little one is shimmying up a 6-foot metal ladder. “Do you know whose he is?” she asks, her voice trembling. “He’s mine,” I reply.…
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10 Things I’d Rather Delay to Play with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Feb. 25, 2021 In today’s world, parenting comes with its own unique challenges and joys. Recently, an amusing unofficial group known as the Player Haters Official Organized Parenting Association (PHOOPA) has emerged, giving a voice to those parents who are weary of the endless cycle of “playing.” These brave souls have…