Category: TTC
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Navigating Anxiety and Concerns About Motherhood
Read more Every time I encounter a crying infant, I feel a wave of panic about becoming a mother. Can I truly handle everything that comes with it? Unlike many animals in the wild, the instinctual knowledge of how to care for a baby doesn’t come naturally to us humans. For instance, a first-time mother…
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The Importance of Easing Societal Pressures on Women Regarding Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast In a thought-provoking piece for Glamour, co-host of Modern Family Blog, Jenna Thompson, shares her candid reflections on the societal pressures women face regarding marriage and motherhood. Now expecting her second child at the age of 40, Jenna emphasizes that life often unfolds in unexpected ways. Married at 37, she highlights the…
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Parkland Survivors Witness Florida Lawmakers Dismiss Assault Weapons Ban
Get Pregnant Fast On Tuesday, the Florida House of Representatives began its session with a somber prayer for the 17 lives lost in the recent tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. However, moments later, they voted against a critical proposal aimed at banning AR-15 rifles, other assault-style weapons, and high-capacity magazines…
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For Heaven’s Sake, Stop Leaving Your Pets in Hot Cars
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest: our number one priority is ensuring our children are safe, especially when it comes to preventing hot car deaths, which tragically occur at a rate of 2-3 times a week during the summer months. But we can’t overlook another group that needs our protection—our furry friends. Dogs are particularly…
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Understanding Baby Talk: A Comprehensive Guide
home insemination kit In the early stages of life, infants communicate primarily through sounds and expressions that can often seem puzzling to caregivers. This phenomenon, commonly referred to as baby talk, consists of various coos, cries, and gestures that signify different needs and emotions. Recognizing and interpreting these signals is crucial for effective parenting and…
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Our Son Lost His Baby Sister, and It Shatters My Heart
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast It pains me to reflect on the innocent love our son possesses. Just over a year ago, on a seemingly ordinary Monday morning, he woke to find his baby sister in the room next to him — a sister he had cherished for nearly 14 months. He knew her name long…
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I’m Committed to Being a Different Mother Than My Own
Get Pregnant Fast My journey through pregnancy has been anything but smooth. During my first trimester, I battled relentless morning sickness that lingered well into the afternoon. By the time I reached my second trimester, I was grappling with debilitating migraines — a daily struggle. To top it off, my husband and I made the…
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5 Essential Insights for New Stepmoms You Won’t Hear Elsewhere
Get Pregnant Fast Stepparenting can often feel like navigating a ship through stormy waters. Having taken the leap into marriage with my husband Alex and his three delightful kids, I found myself gasping for breath amidst the chaos. The early days of being a stepmom were filled with unexpected challenges that left me feeling overwhelmed…
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39 Reasons Why My Son Refuses to Eat Dinner
home insemination kit As a pediatrician and a parent, I often encounter the challenges of mealtime with children. My daughter is generally open to trying new foods, but my 4-year-old son presents a fresh excuse each day for avoiding dinner. To paraphrase a line from a classic film, “My son crafts his reasons for not…