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If You Truly Care for Someone, Skip the Christmas Gift
Get Pregnant FastAs the countdown to Christmas begins, many of us find ourselves caught in a frantic whirlwind of last-minute shopping. You might be racing from store to store, trying to find the perfect gift for your loved ones—whether it’s…
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Dear Grandparents, Let Us Handle the Parenting
Get Pregnant FastDear Grandparents,I hold a deep respect for your role in our children’s lives. Your enthusiasm and commitment to spending time with your grandkids are truly commendable. I won’t hinder the special bond you share with my children; in…
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The Women of ‘Mad Men’ Are the Characters We’ll Miss the Most
Get Pregnant FastMad Men may have had a misleading title, as our hearts ultimately belonged to the women of the series rather than the men. While we appreciate the charm of charismatic characters like Daniel and the antics of Roger,…
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Thanks to YouTube, My Kid is Hooked on Plastic Nonsense
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: December 19, 2016 Originally Published: September 1, 2012It all began so innocently. My son developed a fascination with Paw Patrol. To find some peace while I showered or prepared dinner, I turned to YouTube on my iPad,…
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A Letter to My Toddler: Please, Stop Making the Baby Cry
Get Pregnant FastDear Little One,I understand how much you adore your baby sister, and I truly appreciate your affection. However, squeezing her as if she’s a plush toy isn’t quite what she needs right now. You’re making the baby cry.I…
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10 Random Reflections from a Dad on ‘Frozen’
Get Pregnant FastBy: Jordan Thompson, Dad Life ChroniclesI’ve seen “Frozen” more times than I can count—probably more than any movie in my entire life, and having a young daughter is a huge reason for that. After countless viewings, my mind…
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The Enchantment of Growing Old Together
Get Pregnant FastAs we age, we find ourselves reminiscing about our parents, recalling how they would pause to calculate their ages as birthdays approached. The simple question, “How old are you?” seems to require a moment of contemplation, a notion…
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This Artist Is Creating Playful Penis Portraits You’ll Actually Appreciate
Get Pregnant FastWhen was the last time you thought, “I’d love to get a well-lit, styled penis picture”? Probably never. Yet, a unique trend is sweeping the internet, transforming this once dreaded form of digital communication into something surprisingly entertaining.…
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7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant Fast I 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…
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Why Santa Will Always Be Part of Our Family Tradition
Get Pregnant Fast When I think back to my childhood, the figure of Santa Claus looms large in my family’s holiday celebrations. My parents truly embraced the enchantment of the season, going to great lengths to craft magical experiences for my two brothers and me. One of the highlights was an annual visit from Santa…
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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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Navigating Swearing in Preschoolers: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast It was a typical afternoon, and my 4-year-old daughter, Mia, and I were enjoying a quiet moment in the bank drive-thru, eagerly discussing which flavor of lollipop she would get today. Just then, the dreaded moment arrived: the bank tube returned empty, containing nothing but a receipt. I took a deep breath…