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Understanding Babies and Their Comfort Objects: Why Do Some Babies Have a Transitional Object?
Get Pregnant FastIf your little one has formed a strong attachment to a comfort item, like a cherished stuffed animal or a cozy blanket, you’re not alone! Research shows that about 60 percent of babies develop a preference for a…
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Dress Code Critiques: The Unnecessary Focus on Graduating Senior Girls’ Attire
Get Pregnant FastAnother week, another instance of a dress code that serves to shame and objectify young women. It’s disheartening to see how such policies undermine the confidence of our youth. Recently, Biglerville High School in Pennsylvania issued a dress…
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What I Want My Daughter to Understand About Dating
Get Pregnant FastI remember my first date vividly. I was just shy of 14, out with a boy named Jake. We nestled into the back row of the movie theater, attempting to watch Tootsie, but mostly lost in our own…
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6 Surprisingly Handy Skills You Acquire as a Mom
Get Pregnant FastLet’s face it: becoming a mother transforms you in countless ways. You emerge as a more enriched version of your pre-baby self (minus a few physical changes, of course). This journey equips you with a set of unique…
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Just for a Day: A Mother’s Wish for Self-Acceptance
Get Pregnant FastJust for one day, I long to feel at peace with myself. Just for a day, I yearn to set aside the nagging feeling of inadequacy that often creeps in as a mother. Just for a day, I…
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Why I’ve Chosen to Abandon Guilt for Being Late (Again)
Get Pregnant FastLet me share my reasoning behind this decision.It’s not due to spending excessive time on my appearance—after all, my makeup routine is a brisk two minutes, and I rarely touch a hairdryer. Nor is it because I was…
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Eighteen Summers With Our Kids: A Reflection on Time Passing
Get Pregnant FastWhen I first became a mother to my baby boy, I had a seasoned parent tell me, “You only get eighteen summers with your kids. After that, they’re off to chase their own dreams,” as she snapped her…
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10 Comments to Avoid When a Mom is Expecting Her Third Son
Get Pregnant FastPregnancy is a momentous occasion, filled with joy and anticipation for the new life on the way. However, when you’re expecting your third son, the reactions from friends and family can sometimes be less than supportive. As I…
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The Unthinkable Call: A Bomb Threat at My Child’s School
Get Pregnant FastNothing can truly prepare you for that unexpected phone call.I’d been following reports of bomb threats directed at Jewish Community Centers across the country. The distressing rise in such incidents lingered in my thoughts, and I couldn’t shake…
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How Does the PCV Vaccine Safeguard My Baby?
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to keeping your little one healthy, the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) is essential. This vaccine protects against pneumococcal disease, a serious infection that can lead to pneumonia, ear infections, bloodstream infections, and even meningitis. Understanding…
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You Lose, NRA: Doctors Can Now Discuss Firearms with Patients
Get Pregnant FastIn a significant ruling, a federal appeals court has overturned parts of a Florida law that previously prohibited physicians from inquiring about firearm ownership among their patients. Understanding whether guns are present in a household is crucial for patient safety, and now, doctors can freely address this vital topic.According to The Trace, the…
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To My Youngest, The Sibling of a Special Needs Child: Important Lessons for You
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little One, Today marks your 4th birthday, and I find myself marveling at how quickly time flies. Watching you play and laugh with your friends fills my heart with indescribable joy. I want to take a moment to share some thoughts with you—thoughts that you may not fully understand right now,…
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FDA Issues New Warning: Parents, Avoid Homeopathic Teething Products
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent alert, the FDA has reiterated its stance against the use of homeopathic teething products for infants, particularly those made by Hyland’s. Despite the discontinuation of their teething tablets and gels, the company has not issued a recall, raising concerns among parents everywhere. Many of us, myself included, relied on…
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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…