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My Overconfidence Didn’t Shield Me From a C-Section
Get Pregnant FastAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the rate of cesarean sections in the United States has surged to about 30 percent of all births. While elective C-sections are increasingly common, I spent much of my…
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The Unexpected Joy of Being the ‘Less Exciting’ Parent
Get Pregnant FastIn the early days of parenting, my partner and I naturally gravitated toward our respective roles—a dynamic that has persisted over the years. As the primary caregiver, I have become intimately acquainted with our children’s routines, preferences, and…
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Best Summer Toys for Toddlers
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What Your Children Should Witness in Your Marriage
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Are You Prepared for a Vasectomy?
Get Pregnant FastParenting can be a wild ride, whether you have one child or a whole crew. Perhaps your family feels complete, with no lingering desire for another little one to join the mix. As you watch your kids grow…
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The Cognitive Advantage of Firstborn Children
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Considering a C-Section? Here’s Your Friendly Guide
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Understanding Subchorionic Bleeding During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Get Pregnant FastHey there! If you’re experiencing some bleeding during the early stages of your pregnancy, you might be wondering what’s going on. One common cause is subchorionic bleeding, also known as a subchorionic hematoma. Let’s break it down in…
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Best Hair Dye Options for Expecting Moms
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- Navigating the Conversation About Legal Marijuana with Your Kids
- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- 4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
- How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
- How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
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Navigating the Conversation About Legal Marijuana with Your Kids
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
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4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
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How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
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A Tidy Home (or Not!)
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The Joys of Raising an Autistic Teenager
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The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
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