Category: Pregnancy
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How to Prevent and Manage Sunburn During Pregnancy
Read more Getting sunburned is never fun, but it can be especially tricky when you’re pregnant. We chatted with skincare experts to get the scoop on how to protect yourself while expecting. Why Your Skin is More Susceptible to Sun During Pregnancy During pregnancy, your skin can become more sensitive to sunlight due to hormonal…
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What I Wish I Could Communicate to My Toxic Mother
Get Pregnant Fast As you have made abundantly clear, Mom, you believe I harbor feelings of hatred towards you. (Yes, you actually used that word, convinced that my absence is a reflection of disdain.) But here’s the truth: I don’t despise you. I long for the mother I once knew—the one who played with my…
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Garth Brooks Helps Couple Reveal Baby’s Gender in Unforgettable Way
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to creative baby gender reveals, most ideas might seem overdone, but this one stands out as truly epic. As couples search for unique ways to unveil whether they’re expecting a boy or girl, Wesley and Emily Johnson took their reveal to the next level, with a little help from…
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Parents Pull a Hilarious Prank on Daughter with Misguided ‘Lord’ Tickets
Get Pregnant Fast The generational divide is a very real phenomenon, especially when it comes to understanding pop culture references. Parents often struggle to keep up with the latest trends, which can lead to some humorous misunderstandings. This disconnect can be especially tricky during the holiday season when gift-giving comes into play. In a delightful…
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What I Want My Child to Understand After Making a Mistake
Get Pregnant Fast “You did what!?” “What were you thinking!?” “Why would you make that choice!?” “Are you out of your mind!?” STOP. Before you let those reactions fly, take a breath. Every fiber of your being may urge you to unleash a torrent of criticism on your child after a significant blunder, but it’s…
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Why Schools Should Rethink Withholding Recess as Punishment
Get Pregnant Fast In many schools, it has become a routine disciplinary action to remove students from recess as a consequence for various infractions. As a parent, I used to trust teachers implicitly, believing they had the best interest of my children at heart when it came to classroom management. However, recent discussions have brought…
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Why I Dislike School Portals and Digital Education Records
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest: school portals and digital education records are not winning any popularity contests. Kids find them tedious, parents are frustrated, and even educators are feeling the strain. It’s not another round of standardized tests or a complicated homework assignment that’s causing this uproar — it’s the ever-present school parent portal…
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Stop Inserting Random Items Into Your Vagina: A Cautionary Tale
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all heard the advice against douching, and thankfully, most healthcare professionals are steering us away from it—so where are all the Summer’s Eve commercials? Yet, despite the warnings, some individuals still feel the need to introduce bizarre items into their sacred spaces. Ladies, it’s time to recognize that your vagina is…
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What Restaurant Servers Wish You Knew: A Guide for Dining with Kids
Get Pregnant Fast After more than 12 years in the restaurant industry, I’ve donned uniforms and served everything from sushi to burgers. I’ve worked in establishments I adored, primarily due to the fantastic team, and others that I could hardly stand. While many shifts were challenging, they provided profound insights into human behavior and social…
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‘Everything’s Fine, It’s Just Tough’: A Mom’s Insight Into the Trials of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast In a relatable post that has struck a chord with parents everywhere, writer Lila Fischer shares her thoughts on the daily challenges of motherhood. Her candid reflections perfectly capture the essence of what it feels like to navigate the chaos of parenting. Fischer describes a typical chaotic morning with her three children,…