Tag: family dynamics
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Parents, Celebrate Your Partners in Front of Your Children
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, it’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and question your abilities. Often, I find myself grappling with the idea that I’m falling short as a mother. My children frequently label me the “meanest mom” for setting limits on their screen time, and I face criticism from experts who suggest I’m…
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5 Strategies for Navigating Life with a Strong-Willed Child
Get Pregnant Fast When my daughter, Lily, was a newborn, she had this adorable habit of shaking her tiny fists in the air as she drifted off to sleep. It was a typical involuntary reflex—like the jerky movements and eye-rolls we often see in infants. Little did we realize, this was her first demonstration of…
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Dear Un-Divorced Individual,
Get Pregnant Fast Please don’t tell me I’m fortunate to have a night free from my child. Among the myriad of remarks that have irked me since I transitioned into the role of a single, co-parenting mom, this one takes the cake for insensitivity. Don’t label my time away from my child as a break.…
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Raising an Empath: A Journey of Wonder and Challenge
Get Pregnant Fast As soon as my daughter, Mia, arrived into the world, I sensed something unique about her. Unlike other newborns, her gaze held an intensity that was striking; it was as if she was absorbing the emotions of those around her. I often felt a profound connection during our quiet moments together. Initially,…
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11 Things We Must Stop Saying to Dads
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to recognizing fathers in their parenting roles, we have a long way to go. It’s important to remember that not every child has both a mother and a father—some have two dads, one dad, or no mother at all. The following list is drawn from my personal experiences, which…
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Why Moms Sometimes Lose Their Patience
Parenting Insights Get Pregnant Fast Updated: May 14, 2020 Originally Published: March 15, 2018 The other day, my son, Jake, lazily opened the silverware drawer to grab utensils for his breakfast at 8:58 a.m., despite my reminders that we were leaving the house at exactly 9 a.m. After several warnings, I took one look at…
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To the Dad in the Comments Section Who Makes Misogynistic Remarks About Women
Get Pregnant Fast This morning, I poured my coffee, jumped into my usual routine—getting the kids up and dressed, checking work emails, feeding them, and packing their bags before sending them off to school. After taking a deep breath and glancing at my to-do list, I prepared to tackle the day ahead. As a freelance…
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Is It Wrong to Desire Only One Child?
Get Pregnant Fast When it came to the topic of parenthood, my contemplation centered around whether I wanted children at all, rather than how many. My upbringing shaped my perspective; the men in my family seemed to contribute little while expecting a great deal from the women. Many adults with children appeared perpetually stressed and…
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Sister Captures Unique Delivery Room Selfie
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of delivery room photos, the typical scene often features a new mother glowing with joy, cradling her newborn. However, one Texas woman took a different approach to document her sister’s birthing experience, showcasing a more humorous side. Kat Rodriguez, an eight-year veteran of motherhood, decided to snap a selfie…
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Devices: Determining the Right Age and What Comes After Saying ‘Yes’
Get Pregnant Fast Last month, my imaginative, doll-adoring daughter celebrated her 7th birthday. As her special day approached, she diligently prepared her wish list. In the past, those lists overflowed with items from toy catalogs, craft supplies, and a handful of whimsical toys she had glimpsed on children’s programming infomercials. However, this year, there was…