Category: Pregnancy
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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…
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We’re Embracing a ‘No Toy’ Christmas This Year
Get Pregnant Fast The sheer volume of toys that my 19-month-old daughter has accumulated is astonishing. Toys are scattered throughout our house—stuffed animals in the living room, a play kitchen in the kitchen, and toys strewn in the guest bedroom. They are literally everywhere. She has so many toys that she hardly even notices when…
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Why We Opted for Our Local Public School Over Private and Charter Alternatives
Get Pregnant Fast When fellow parents inquire about my daughter’s kindergarten plans, I proudly respond that she’ll be attending our local public elementary school. This often elicits surprised reactions, followed by the question, “Is that a good school?” To be honest, my instinctive reply might be a reluctant “No.” This response stems from the conventional…
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Teens Using E-Cigarettes Face Exposure to Cancer-Causing Chemicals
Get Pregnant Fast Recent research indicates that teenagers who use e-cigarettes are exposed to harmful chemicals that could potentially lead to cancer, regardless of whether their e-cigarettes contain nicotine. A noteworthy study conducted by scientists at the University of California, San Francisco, reveals that teens inhaling e-cigarettes are at risk of inhaling toxic compounds. Convincing…
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You Want to Create Lasting Memories, But Your Children Crave Material Gifts. What Should You Do?
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, the buzzphrase “experiences over things” is everywhere, especially during the holiday season. We live in a time where our homes are overflowing with possessions, and many of us aspire to prioritize meaningful experiences instead of material goods. While celebrities may indulge in extravagant gifts, as parents, we strive to…