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Dad Sets Half-Marathon Record While Pushing Baby in Stroller
Get Pregnant FastWhen you hear the phrase “running a half-marathon while pushing a toddler in a jogging stroller,” what’s your first thought? For many, it might sound like a nightmare, but for Jake Thompson, a full-time operations manager and weekend…
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What’s Inside the Babylist Welcome Box — and How to Get Yours
Get Pregnant FastAs a first-time mom, I was eager to kick off my baby registry planning, and I chose Babylist after hearing so many great things about their Welcome Box. With the small fee of $8.95 plus tax, I was…
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6 Ways I Still Treat My Older Kids Like They’re Toddlers
Get Pregnant FastAs I was packing lunches for my kids, it struck me how often I still behave as if my big kids—who are now 11 and 13—are still in their toddler years. Honestly, it’s a bit of a wake-up…
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Life’s Constant Surprises: A Parent’s Journey
Get Pregnant FastGrowing up, I often heard my parents express the phrase, “It’s always something.” At the time, I nodded along, pretending to grasp its meaning, while my life revolved around college, endless emails to friends in distant places, and…
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Students Grapple With the Tragic Shooting of Their Classmate’s Father by Police
Get Pregnant FastIn a poignant display of innocence and confusion, students at a Tulsa school are struggling to process the recent police shooting of their classmate’s father. The incident involved 40-year-old Marcus Wright, who was unarmed and had his hands…
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10 Incredible Cyber Monday Deals for Kids
Get Pregnant FastThe holiday season is upon us, and what better way to tackle your children’s wish lists than by snagging some fantastic Cyber Monday deals? If you’re on the hunt for the latest electronics for your little ones, look…
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Embracing the Joy of Childhood: Let’s All Channel Our Inner Child
Get Pregnant FastIn today’s world, where challenges and negativity seem to dominate the headlines, there’s a viral video that reminds us of the pure, unfiltered joy found in laughter. It features a child laughing wholeheartedly, a sight that many of…
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This Teacher’s Creative Pregnancy Announcement is a Chemistry Lesson in Joy
Get Pregnant FastIn a delightful twist, a New Jersey teacher recently broke the news of her pregnancy to her AP Chemistry students in a way that was both engaging and educational. At around 16 weeks along, Sarah Thompson crafted a…
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Motherhood: The Unvarnished Truth
Get Pregnant Fast This morning, I completely lost it. After getting the kids ready for school—dressed, fed, teeth brushed, and backpacks in tow—I turned on the TV. I have a strict rule about which channels they can watch. There’s so much garbage out there—shows aimed at teens and preteens that feature kids hurling insults like…
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The Hidden Sisterhood of Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast Miscarriage — it’s a term shrouded in silence, isn’t it? A word often kept to ourselves or whispered among trusted friends, even though nearly one in four women will experience it. If you go through a miscarriage, you find yourself in an unspoken sisterhood that few outsiders dare to discuss and that…
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The 7 Stages of Breaking Up with Coffee as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Coffee has earned its place alongside the essentials of parenting, right up there with extra diapers. In those early morning hours, many parents might even regard it as more valuable than their own children. But what happens when you decide to break up with this beloved brown brew, whether for health reasons…
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Dad Pranks School with Vacation Snap to Justify Teen’s Absence
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting, creativity can sometimes take center stage, especially when it comes to school attendance. One father in the UK, Mark Thompson, recently showcased his ingenuity by using a vacation photo to explain his 15-year-old son Alex’s absence from school. Mark, along with his partner, Lisa, operates a travel…
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Why Do Kids Hear Their Mom’s Voice But Still Manage to Tune Us Out?
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, moms often seem to possess extraordinary abilities. We can sense when our children are lying, feeling unwell, or simply in need of some attention with just a glance. Interestingly, research shows that kids are biologically wired to recognize their mothers’ voices more readily than anyone else’s. So…
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I Am A Person of Faith, and the Religious Right Does NOT Represent Me
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s have an honest conversation, my friends. It’s time to clarify my stance once and for all. When I mention that I attend church, I can almost hear the thoughts racing through your mind. You might be questioning whether I align with the religious right—the small, yet influential group that claims the…
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Why I’d Pass on a Mommy Makeover
Get Pregnant Fast I used to be a big fan of the show What Not to Wear that aired on TLC. You might still catch it in reruns. I was always intrigued by the suspense leading up to the big reveal and became somewhat of an expert on what clothing suits various body types (hint:…
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The Importance of Changing Tables in Public Restrooms – Let’s Get It Together, Businesses!
Get Pregnant Fast Every public restroom should feature a changing table. We’ve all experienced that frustrating moment when you’re out shopping or dining, and suddenly your baby needs a diaper change. You rush to the restroom only to find—gasp—no changing table in sight. What’s your next move? You could resort to changing your baby in…