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How to Shield Your Baby From Measles During Outbreaks
Read more If you’ve noticed the alarming headlines about measles outbreaks popping up across the U.S. and beyond, you’re not alone. Although health officials declared measles “eliminated” in the U.S. years ago, this highly contagious virus can still find its way here through unvaccinated individuals and travelers bringing it from other countries. This is particularly…
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America in 2017: An 8-Year-Old Hanged for His Skin Color – This Could Have Been My Son
Get Pregnant Fast This week, an 8-year-old biracial boy in Claremont, New Hampshire, was subjected to a horrific act: he was hanged by a group of white teenagers. In America. In 2017. Fortunately, he survived. Thank goodness. As a mother of a biracial son, this incident has shaken me to my very core. That innocent…
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Holiday Survival Guide for Single Moms
Get Pregnant Fast The holiday season can evoke a mix of emotions, especially for single moms navigating their first festive period post-separation. For many, this time of year is filled with joy and celebration, but for newly single mothers, it can feel like a daunting challenge—akin to accidentally trimming your eyebrows too short. At least…
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Florida Lawmakers Approve Bill to Arm Teachers: What’s Going On?
Get Pregnant Fast In a controversial move, Florida lawmakers have voted to arm teachers, igniting fierce debates across the state. The $67 million bill aims to train educators to serve as armed “school marshals,” even as many in the Parkland community, including officials from Stoneman Douglas High School, strongly oppose the legislation. The Florida House…
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8 Timeless Movie Soundtracks from the ’80s That We Cherish
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Mothering Children in the Digital Age
home insemination kit In recent years, there has been considerable discussion surrounding our right to publicly share less-than-flattering feelings about our children. How could we dare? What if they stumble upon a post, tweet, or status update decades from now? Would their lives be forever altered? The permanence of the internet means that hastily written…
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Your Baby’s Due Date is September 12
Your Pregnancy Timeline First Trimester: From December 6 to March 6 Second Trimester: From March 7 to June 12 Third Trimester: From June 13 to September 12 Read more Did you know that only about 5% of babies are born on their exact due date? Generally, pregnancies last between 38 to 42 weeks, so there’s…
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Chip and Emily Hart Announce the Final Season of ‘Home Revival’
Get Pregnant Fast In a bittersweet announcement for fans of home renovations, popular HGTV duo Chip and Emily Hart revealed that their beloved show, “Home Revival,” will conclude after its fifth season, which is set to premiere this November. Gather around, folks, as we navigate this emotional farewell together. The Harts shared the news on…
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5 Struggles We All Face During Our Periods
Get Pregnant Fast When that time of the month rolls around, we’re bombarded with advertisements featuring women in breezy outfits, effortlessly engaging in high-energy activities while supposedly on their periods. These companies want us to think that we can conquer the world without a hitch, but let’s be real—while we embrace #girlpower and strive to…
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Embarrassing Parenting Experiences: A Common Reality
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