Category: TTC
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Things No Responsible Mother Would Ever Do
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How a Song by Huey Lewis Inspired Me to Embrace My Life
home insemination kit Huey Lewis asks, “Is this it?” and I find myself pondering the same question. I vividly remember the first time I heard that song on my boom box in my room back in 1985; at that moment, I never imagined I’d be coaching a soccer team that struggled with losing players due…
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Navigating the Grocery Store: A Guide for Parents
home insemination kit This article was originally published on June 1, 2010. As parents, grocery shopping can often feel like a battleground. Understanding the different approaches that moms and dads take can help streamline the experience. Different Approaches to Grocery Shopping Moms often adopt a strategic method, preparing a detailed shopping list that prioritizes healthy…
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The Slap, Episode 7: Parenting Under Scrutiny
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Moms Create Hilarious Video on the Challenges of Meeting Up
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re a mother who has ever attempted to arrange a get-together with another mom, you know how difficult it can be. To say our lives are hectic is an understatement. Even when we finally find a fleeting moment of free time, we often feel too exhausted to do anything but collapse…
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PBS Kids Celebrates 50 Years of ‘Mister Rogers’ with Weeklong Double Features
Get Pregnant Fast PBS Kids is rolling out the red carpet to celebrate the remarkable 50-year legacy of ‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.’ Starting tomorrow, parents and their little ones can indulge in a delightful week filled with episodes from both Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood and Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, commemorating the iconic debut of Mister Rogers. This weeklong…
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Kode With Kelsey: A New Frontier in Coding Education
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10 Strategies for Forming Connections with Fellow Moms
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NHL Player Goes Above and Beyond for Young Fan to Secure Her Special Puck
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming display of determination, NHL player Jake Thompson ensured a little girl received a puck that was meant just for her. During warm-ups before an Eastern Conference playoff game against the New York Rangers, Thompson spotted a young fan and decided to throw her a puck. However, it took him…
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Mom’s Empowering Reply to Public Body-Shaming Encounter
Get Pregnant Fast “I think your clothes are a little too small for you.” When mothers make quick trips to the grocery store, it’s widely recognized that many of us aren’t exactly dressed to impress. Typically, it’s yoga pants and a comfy hoodie or some form of casual attire because shopping with little ones can…