Category: Pregnancy
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Navigating Grocery Shopping with Toddlers: The Sweet Strategy That Works
Get Pregnant Fast Every Saturday, I venture into the grocery store with my lively little one. Armed with her preferred pink car cart—no substitutes will do—we embark on our shopping mission. Today, she’s happily munching on a Fruit Roll-Up in the produce section, while a cookie awaits her from the bakery at the other end…
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Kids Absorb More From Books Than Screens: A Surprising Reality
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s tech-driven world, it’s undeniable that technology has woven itself into the fabric of our children’s lives. From educational apps to digital classrooms, screens have become a staple in modern learning environments. While innovations like smartboards and tablets do offer certain advantages, there remains a vital area of concern: the impact…
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What I Wish Healthcare Providers Understood About Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast When faced with the news of a friend’s miscarriage, I found myself at a loss for words. Saying, “I’m sorry for your loss,” felt inadequate and overly simplistic—more like a generic phrase you’d see repeated in social media comments, often accompanied by a heart emoji. It lacked the authentic empathy I wanted…
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How One Clever Girl Used a ‘Wall of Guilt’ to Convince Her Dad to Get a Cat
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily JohnsonDec. 13, 2023 If you’re a parent, you know how relentless kids can be when they set their sights on something they want. One clever 13-year-old girl recently demonstrated just how far a little creativity and emotional manipulation can go in the quest for a pet. Twitter user Sarah Thompson…
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Thanksgiving Treats Everyone Will Devour
Get Pregnant Fast As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us find ourselves in a whirlwind of family gatherings, celebrations with friends, and numerous classroom parties. With the clock ticking and our patience wearing thin, we’ve discovered a delightful treat that even the busiest among us can whip up—something we’re truly grateful for. This time of year…
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Black Female Students Face Disproportionate Punishment for Dress Code Violations
Get Pregnant Fast In recent discussions surrounding school dress codes, a troubling trend has emerged, revealing that black female students are subjected to harsher punishments for dress code violations compared to their peers. A comprehensive report released by the National Women’s Law Center, titled “Dress Coded: Black Girls, Bodies, and Bias in D.C. Schools,” highlights…
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Time to Help the Graduate Spread Their Wings (And I’m Not Feeling Nostalgic About It)
Get Pregnant Fast As graduation season rolls around, it’s a time when students of all ages—from preschoolers to PhD candidates—celebrate their achievements. With my eldest child now a high school senior, I’ve been warned about the emotional rollercoaster that accompanies this milestone. I’m supposed to reminisce about the heartwarming moments of his early years, yearning…
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I Weaned My Toddler, Yet I’m Still Feeling Touched Out—Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast I breastfed my son for three and a half years. Yes, you read that correctly, and frankly, I’m not concerned with your opinion on it. I anticipated that weaning would be a challenging process, but what took me by surprise was his continued desire to be physically close to me, particularly wanting…