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Navigating My First Mother’s Day Without My Mom
Get Pregnant FastThis year marks my first Mother’s Day without my mom. She passed away unexpectedly earlier this year, leaving a void that feels impossible to fill. Each day since her passing has been a struggle as I grapple with…
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30 Essential Reads for Every American Teen
Get Pregnant FastNavigating adolescence presents its own unique challenges, and while equipping our teenagers with the right tools is crucial, initiating deep conversations can sometimes feel daunting. Interestingly, many parents have discovered that some of the most genuine discussions occur…
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Ten Things “They” Won’t Tell You About Motherhood…But I Will
Get Pregnant FastEleven years ago, I stumbled into the chaotic world of motherhood with naivety that would make anyone chuckle. I often felt like those seasoned moms were huddled nearby, whispering and exchanging knowing glances while I innocently navigated the…
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Essential Car Seat Safety Tips for Your Toddler
Get Pregnant FastAs your little one grows into a curious and energetic toddler, ensuring their safety while traveling can become quite the challenge. Here’s everything you need to know to keep your toddler secure in their car seat.Types of Car…
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One Day, I Might Just Show Up at Your Place and Wreck Your Stuff
Get Pregnant FastDear boys,I want to take a moment to express how proud I am to be your parent. Honestly, having four energetic sons like you is a joy that I wouldn’t trade for anything. You are smart, caring, and…
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The Unending Journey of Dreams: Marriage and Beyond
Get Pregnant FastI often found myself waking from dreams where I was entwined in a passionate embrace with an old flame or engaged in bizarre scenarios featuring a mix of former partners. My friend looked at me, a knowing smile…
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8 Myths About Motherhood Your Favorite Movies Keep Telling You
Get Pregnant FastMovies have been spinning tall tales about motherhood for ages. It’s as if they believe that the moment you bring a baby into the world, your intelligence evaporates. While it might feel like your brain is a bit…
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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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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…
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Rediscovering Myself Beyond Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast For the past eight years, my existence has been deeply intertwined with my two little ones. Almost everything I do revolves around them; after all, I wear the title of “Mommy.” The moment I saw those two pink lines was a highlight of my life; getting married and starting a family were…
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The Wisdom Passed Down From My Mother
Get Pregnant Fast My mother recently celebrated her 80th birthday. She defies the stereotypes of what someone at that age is supposed to look or act like. Florence Henderson is 80. Cicely Tyson is 80. Willie Nelson, Barbara Feldon, Joan Rivers — all 80. It’s hard for me to grasp that these icons are that…