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25 Indicators You’re a Parent to a Toddler
home insemination kit Navigating the world of parenting a toddler comes with its unique set of experiences. Here are 25 signs that you are indeed in the thick of it: You’ve been unintentionally stepped on during a play session. Your fuzzy slipper becomes a makeshift toy as it gets shoved in your face while you…
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What’s the Issue with Wanting to Appear Attractive?
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Mom Shares Relatable Experience of Feeling Invisible Post-Children
Get Pregnant Fast In the journey of motherhood, there are countless experiences that catch us off guard. While one can prepare by reading parenting books and baby-proofing the house, some feelings are just impossible to anticipate. A poignant post by Laura Thompson captures this sentiment perfectly, as she reflects on the overwhelming sense of invisibility…
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Always a Mother: A Neurotic Parent’s Journey During Holiday Travel
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10-Year-Old Overcomes Bullying by Launching Empowering T-Shirt Line
Get Pregnant Fast In a remarkable act of resilience, a 10-year-old girl who faced bullying due to her dark skin has created a line of t-shirts aimed at promoting self-love and empowerment. The collection, aptly named “Proud of My Shade,” was born from the desire to combat the negativity she experienced. In March, social media…
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You Will Always Love Your Children, But Liking Them Is Another Story
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jamie Whitmore I can vividly recall the moment I first fell in love with each of my children. Equally unforgettable, however, are the times I found myself falling out of like with them. My unwavering, fierce mama bear love has been a constant since their arrivals. In the early days…
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The Mother I Never Expected to Be
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8 Realities Every Parent Encounters When Raising Children
Children Have Ears, But They Often Seem Defunct Don’t be misled; your little ones may have ears, but they rarely seem to hear mundane instructions like getting dressed, brushing their teeth, or picking up their toys. Speaking about the consequences of their actions, such as not spilling water on your laptop, will likely go unnoticed.…
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Navigating the Nuances of Kissing Kids: A Journey of Acceptance
Get Pregnant Fast “Is it just me, or does it seem a bit strange when parents kiss their children on the lips?” This was a genuine inquiry I posed to my partner during my first pregnancy. To me, the concept seemed straightforward: lips are meant for romantic partners—end of story. Little did I know, there…