Category: Pregnancy
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The Ultimate Gift Guide for Expecting Moms: Treat Her (Not the Baby)
Read more When it comes to finding the perfect gift for a pregnant woman, it’s essential to choose something that caters to her needs rather than the baby’s. After all, she’s the one going through all the changes! Whether you’re shopping for your partner, a friend, or a family member, here are some thoughtful gifts…
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What Emma Miller Would Do? An Unfiltered Look at Work-from-Home Parenting
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Jessica from Ohio asks: How can I articulate the distinction between a stay-at-home mom and a work-from-home mom like myself? I often find myself clarifying to friends and family that I can’t just drop everything and spend the day at the zoo. No, I can’t just hire a babysitter to sip…
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Attention, Instant Pot Owners: It’s Time for a Deep Clean – Yes, Really!
Get Pregnant Fast If you haven’t heard of the Instant Pot, the wildly popular electric pressure cooker, you might be living off takeout or perhaps you’ve just avoided the kitchen altogether. This kitchen marvel has transformed home cooking, much like the introduction of affordable microwave ovens did back in the day. Imagine your grandmother shaking…
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Elections of Yesterday Highlight a Path Forward for America
Get Pregnant Fast November 8, 2017 Last night rekindled hope for many across the nation. After a challenging year filled with political turbulence, millions of Americans found reasons to believe in progress once more. The elections of 2017 sent a strong message: “We can rise above the divisive politics of 2016.” Key Highlights from Election…
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Ladies, It’s Time We Open Up About Sex
Get Pregnant Fast Ladies, it’s high time we had a real conversation about sex. Specifically, let’s discuss how we often overlook this essential topic in our friendships. I’m not referring to the playful quips about how sex can feel like a chore or the well-worn stereotype that men are always ready while women struggle to…
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Why College Is Becoming Unaffordable for the Middle Class
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the world of college tuition is a daunting experience for many families, especially those in the middle class. Recently, my partner and I completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for our daughter, and what followed was a cascade of conflicting emotions. As we read the expected family contribution…
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Mommy Critics Target Sarah Collins for Allowing Her Daughter to Explore Makeup
Get Pregnant Fast It seems that Sarah Collins has become a focal point for online parenting critics. Almost every time she shares a snapshot of her children on social media, the internet trolls descend like seagulls on a beach picnic, eager to critique her parenting decisions. The most recent image sparking controversy shows Collins and…
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Entire Board of USA Gymnastics Steps Down Following Abuse Scandal
Get Pregnant Fast In a monumental shift for USA Gymnastics, the entire board has resigned after intense pressure from the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) in light of the tragic case involving former doctor Larry Nassar. Following Nassar’s sentencing and numerous heart-wrenching accounts from his victims, the USOC issued an ultimatum: either the board members resign…
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What Is a Chemical Pregnancy? Understanding Symptoms, Causes, and Recovery
Read more Getting your period shortly after a positive pregnancy test can be confusing and even alarming. However, this experience, often called a chemical pregnancy, is more common than you might think. Many women who go through a chemical pregnancy may not even realize they were pregnant. It’s important to know that experiencing this does…
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I’m Done Being the Stay-at-Home Housekeeper—It’s Time to Hire Help
Get Pregnant Fast Here we go again. My home is spotless—everything is in its rightful place, each room has been scrubbed clean, and for a moment, it shines. The air is infused with an artificial scent meant to evoke the freshness of a rainforest. We can actually sit on the couch without our clothes becoming…