Category: TTC
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What We Communicate to Our Children and Their Interpretation
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Why My 3-Year-Old Son Is Still Not Potty Trained
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve navigated the toddler years, you know that potty training can be both daunting and essential. While some parents share tales of smooth transitions, others, like myself, find the topic quite tiresome. My father recently reminded me that changing a diaper in fourth grade won’t be charming. However, perhaps it’s time…
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Understanding Parenting with Emetophobia
Get Pregnant Fast Being a parent comes with its own set of challenges, but for those grappling with emetophobia—a deep-seated fear of vomiting—the experience can be particularly daunting. This anxiety disorder can trigger intense feelings of dread when faced with the possibility of vomit, whether it’s seeing it, hearing it, or even the thought of…
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Why I Choose Not to Enroll My Kids in Organized Sports
Get Pregnant Fast You’ve seen them — the families whose minivans are decked out with team stickers, rushing from one game to the next, often traveling long distances just to support their child’s latest athletic endeavor. These families are often caught up in a whirlwind of practices, games, and fundraising activities, from selling cookie dough…
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On “Solo Parenting” … But Not Quite
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The Path to Creative Despair: Understanding the Challenges of Writing
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Navigating the Tween Years: A Mother’s Reflections on Change
Get Pregnant Fast As my daughter, Emma, stands beside me at the bathroom sink, her wide eyes are fixed on my new skin care products. At just 11 years old, she still seems to hang on my every move. Whenever I try a new style of jeans, she wants a pair; if I whip up…
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Innovative Noise-Canceling Fork Aims to Reduce Divorce Rates Soon
Get Pregnant Fast Oct. 26, 2017 If the sound of slurping during meals makes you cringe, you’re in for a treat. Japan’s Nissin, the well-known creator of instant ramen (a staple for many students), has unveiled a groundbreaking invention aimed at saving relationships: the Otohiko fork, a noise-canceling utensil designed to muffle the sounds of…