Tag: family support
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Dear Children, I’m Here for You Always
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Children, I want you to know that I am always here for you. From the very moment you were growing inside me, I was with you. Even when I felt enormous, exhausted, and overwhelmed, my love for you never wavered. I stood by you during the intense moments of labor, when…
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The Most Impactful Parenting Insight I Received Wasn’t Even Direct Advice
Get Pregnant Fast I vividly recall the moment it hit me. A coworker was on a call with her daughter, engaged in a heated discussion about a playdate or maybe a ballet class—just another routine parenting dilemma. After hanging up, she exclaimed, “My daughter is so incredibly annoying!” I was taken aback. At the time,…
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Don’t Let Postpartum Anxiety Drive a Wedge Between You and Your Partner’s Parenting Role
Get Pregnant Fast If there’s anyone who embodies postpartum anxiety, it was me. On that first night home with our newborn, my mind felt like a hive of activity. Doubts and fears swirled as our baby’s cries grew increasingly frantic. It was 3:30 a.m., and the evening had been a complete chaos. I remember standing…
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Stranger Anxiety: Understanding and Supporting Your Little One
Read more Has your previously sociable baby or toddler begun to cry or become distressed when approached by unfamiliar faces? This phenomenon, known as stranger anxiety, is a common stage in early childhood development that many parents encounter. What is Stranger Anxiety? Stranger anxiety is a normal emotional response exhibited by children when they encounter…
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Motherhood: More Than Just a Life of Servitude
Get Pregnant Fast As a single mother, I once made the tough decision to step back from my adult child during a challenging time. Did I feel guilty? Absolutely. But in hindsight, I realize that my feelings of guilt stemmed more from my own issues than from our relationship. My son and I are on…
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Understanding Life with a Child Who Has Tourette Syndrome
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent navigating the complexities of raising a child with Tourette syndrome, I’ve learned that this neurological disorder is often misunderstood. Tourette syndrome is marked by involuntary vocal and motor tics, frequently identified during childhood. Contrary to common misconceptions, not all children with Tourette syndrome experience coprolalia, or involuntary swearing. Additionally,…
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The Adoption Tax Credit: A Critical Examination of Its Limitations
Get Pregnant Fast In Washington, D.C., lawmakers are celebrating the last-minute preservation of the adoption tax credit, touting it as a sign of their commitment to supporting families and reducing the number of children in foster care. However, this celebration is misplaced. The adoption tax credit is fundamentally flawed and fails to address the pressing…
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November’s Birth Flower Suggests a Child Who Will Cherish Life’s Simple Joys
Read more Even though November brings a chill in the air, your little one arriving this month is sure to warm your heart with endless delight. This month embodies gratitude, making it an ideal time to welcome a new addition to your family. As winter approaches, there’s no room for sadness in this season. According…
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10 Insights I Wish Everyone Had About Parenting a Child with Autism
Get Pregnant Fast As many of you may be aware, April is recognized as Autism Awareness Month. It was during last year’s observance that we received my son Noah’s official diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The sheer volume of information—billboards, commercials, and social media posts—was both overwhelming and enlightening. A year down the line,…