Tag: parenting
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Being a Good Husband is Simpler Than You Think – So Stop Being a Jerk
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to being a good husband, the bar isn’t set particularly high. All you really need to do is show kindness and consideration. The reality is, many men seem to struggle with this basic concept, which is baffling. I frequently express my gratitude to my husband for even the simplest…
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Why I’m Not Concerned About My Kids Missing School
Get Pregnant Fast Yes, you read that correctly. I’m openly admitting it, and I can already hear the gasps from some parents in the room. But before you rush to judge, let me explain my perspective. This year, my children transitioned to upper elementary school. Walking into the parent orientation, I felt a mix of…
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This Girl Is Joyously Playing in a Field with a Burrito, Because Burritos > Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Behold this heartwarming photo shoot featuring a girl and her beloved burrito! Growing up in California, I can attest that burritos are more than just food; they are a culinary institution. A Mission burrito from San Francisco can easily last a person three days — but who are we kidding? We devour…
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A Heartfelt Thank You to the Older Kids
Get Pregnant Fast By: Sarah Parker Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 You didn’t choose this role, did you? Being the eldest sibling came with responsibilities you probably never anticipated. If you had envisioned it, you might not have fully grasped what it meant to be the “big kid.” Real babies and toddlers can’t be compared to…
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Celebrating Big Kids: A Call for Acknowledgment
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother, I always envisioned providing my daughter with a sibling. I imagined the laughter as they teamed up against me, the melodies of their harmonized songs during car rides, the cozy snuggles, the hand-holding, and even the occasional sibling squabble. However, I never anticipated how it would unfold in reality.…
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10 Valuable Lessons from Growing Up with a Single Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Today marks a significant birthday for my mother—the incredible woman who raised both my sister and me. In celebration of her journey and the wisdom she imparted, I want to share ten important lessons I learned from being raised by a single parent. 1. Mastering Budgeting Skills We weren’t affluent, yet we…
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When Your Kids Are Night Owls, It’s Not All Bad
Parenting Insights from Laura Simmons Get Pregnant Fast When I reflect on my childhood, I remember two girls whose bedtime was a strict 7:30 p.m. — they were just 7 and 5 years old. If my kids, aged 7 and 5, have eaten their evening snack by that time, I’d be utterly shocked. Depending on…
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You Might Think My Child with Down Syndrome Is My Favorite, and Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast As I’ve been browsing through my social media gallery lately, I can’t help but feel a wave of nostalgia wash over me. Each photo represents a cherished moment, and I find joy in revisiting them time and again. However, I’ve noticed a striking imbalance in my collection: for every photo of my…
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Dear Influential YouTubers: A Message from Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Dear YouTubers, As a parent, I find myself spending an inordinate amount of time trying to get my children to listen, focus, and actually absorb what I’m saying. Unfortunately, I often feel like I’m talking to a brick wall — they seem to care more about watching paint dry than heeding my…
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My Mother Will Never Know Her Grandchild, and I’m Heartbroken
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 6:30 a.m., and my son has been awake since 3. The exhaustion I feel is overwhelming, threatening to drag me under with every blink. I realize, with a jolt, that I haven’t managed more than three hours of continuous sleep since my little one entered the world. It’s astonishing to love…