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Understanding the True Meaning Behind Marriage Vows
Get Pregnant FastI’m a contentedly married woman, but let’s keep that between us. I like to keep my husband on his toes.Recently, we celebrated our anniversary and started chatting about the idea of renewing our vows next year. This isn’t…
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A Year-End Apology to Educators
Get Pregnant FastDear Educators,As the school year draws to a close, we feel it’s important to extend our sincerest apologies on behalf of all parents. Whatever unfolds in these final weeks should not be taken to heart. Honestly, it’s not…
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A Space of Her Own
Get Pregnant FastJust as my daughter transitioned from 12 to 13, a bold sign appeared on her bedroom door: “PRIVATE. DO NOT ENTER!!!!!” Adorned with fruity-scented markers and cheerful daisy stickers, the multiple exclamation points left no doubt about her…
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“Honey, You Might Smell” and Other Hard Truths for New Moms
Get Pregnant FastHey there, new moms! Before you get defensive, let’s chat about some things that might be a bit tough to swallow. I promise I’m coming from a place of compassion and understanding. You need to hear these truths…
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Rage: The Most Frightening Symptom of Postpartum Depression
Get Pregnant FastIt was the rage that truly unsettled me. I anticipated feeling downcast, sad, and irritable—emotions that certainly came, but the intensity of the rage was something I never saw coming. This overwhelming anger ultimately pushed me to seek…
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How to Be the Ultimate Mom
Get Pregnant FastBeing a mom is no easy feat, especially when you’ve burned the midnight oil scrolling through your phone, only to be jolted awake by the sound of your youngest stirring at the crack of dawn. After you manage…
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Baby Shower Jealousy: A Perspective on Adoption Celebrations
Get Pregnant FastAs a mom of three, I’ve never had the chance to enjoy a baby shower. My daughter entered the world in 1992, while I adopted my two sons from China in 2012 and 2013 when they were just…
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Teaching Our Kids to Appreciate the Ordinary
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: Dec. 20, 2023 Originally Published: June 8, 2023Today was, by most standards, just another ordinary day. We all experience countless days like this—filled with nothing particularly remarkable, no grand celebrations or monumental achievements. Yet, it’s these seemingly…
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20 Justifications for Tucking Your Kids In Early
Get Pregnant FastLife can get overwhelming, especially when the kids seem to have boundless energy while you feel like you’ve run a marathon. If you’ve ever declared a spontaneous early bedtime just to regain a bit of sanity, you’re certainly…
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Understanding the Distinction Between Empowering Women and Objectifying Them
Get Pregnant FastRecently, Lane Bryant launched its #ImNoAngel campaign, taking a bold stand against the conventional beauty standards often portrayed by brands like Victoria’s Secret, which typically celebrate a narrow definition of sexy — ultra-thin bodies paired with ample bosoms.…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant FastI won’t sugarcoat it—I’ve been yearning for my girl Ella this summer (yes, Ella Harper and I are on a first-name basis). At first, I thought it was a bit odd—maybe I was just trying to escape my mundane routine and dream of a more thrilling life like hers. But then it hit…
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From One Rage Cleaner to Another: Feels Good, Doesn’t It?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the infamous “rage clean.” You know the drill: one minute, everything is fine, and the next, you’re on your hands and knees, vacuuming up that random rock your child decided to bring inside—only to leave it on the floor for days. At first, it didn’t bother you, but now, seeing that…
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Navigating the Challenges of Parenting Spirited, Emotional, or Difficult Children
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be an incredible journey filled with joy, but for those raising spirited, emotional, or challenging children, it can often feel like an uphill battle. My first experience with this was when my daughter, Lily, now 20, was born. She was an exceptionally colicky baby, crying incessantly for nearly the first…
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17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Sons, As you grow into young men, I have countless lessons to share with you about life, strength, and respect—both for women and for yourselves. But today, I want to focus on some fundamental truths that, while not the most profound, will certainly make your lives easier as you navigate the…
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13 Thoughts Moms Have While at the Orthodontist
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, I find myself spending about an hour every couple of months at the orthodontist’s office. By my calculations, this will total around 72 hours by the time my third child completes their orthodontic journey. Despite the frequency of these visits, I can’t help but be plagued by the same…
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13 Essential Lessons About Money I Want to Share with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my kids on a trip to my grandmother’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the house she grew up in and the stories of her childhood antics, including dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store. But what struck them the most was the stark…
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Confessions of a Not-So-Retired Baseball Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, baseball isn’t just a sport; it’s woven into the very fabric of our lives. When the time came for our daughter to step up to the plate, we knew she had some big expectations to meet. With two teenage brothers who have spent countless hours on the field, and…