Tag: parenting
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Embracing the Term ‘Rainbow Baby’ for My Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast There’s something captivating about storms. The winds pick up, heralding the arrival of dark, brooding clouds that loom ominously, like a battalion preparing for battle. As they gather, they command respect, and the atmosphere shifts dramatically. The once-clear blue sky gives way to an array of colors—deep navy, murky gray, and eerie…
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The Parenting Dilemma We Need to Confront
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jamie Carter Updated: Oct. 18, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 11, 2017 Many of us parents share a hidden struggle. We often joke about it, brushing it off in a light-hearted manner. We might sign a friend up for a wine club with a playful note or casually post “real life” snapshots…
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Allowing Your Children to Experience Failure: Why It’s Crucial for Their Growth
Get Pregnant Fast Every parent desires the best for their offspring, pouring countless hours into shaping their futures. We strategize, save, worry, hover, encourage, and protect, all in the name of safeguarding our children from pain and disappointment. The instinct to shield them from struggles is natural; no one wants to witness their child experience…
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The RompHim: Men Embracing Toddler Fashion and Our Endless Questions
Get Pregnant Fast Attention, gentlemen! If you’ve ever dreamed of rocking a romper, your moment has arrived. With Father’s Day around the corner, there’s a fresh trend taking the menswear world by storm that you won’t want to miss: the RompHim. Now, don’t get it twisted—this isn’t just any romper; it’s a RompHim. One might…
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Mom’s Viral Post on Antidepressants Reminds Us It’s Okay to Not Be Okay
Get Pregnant Fast Mental health deserves the same level of seriousness as physical health, particularly when it comes to medication. Despite increasing awareness and education, the stigma surrounding mental health issues persists. Social media platforms have become crucial spaces for individuals to share their struggles openly, allowing them to connect with a wider audience. Recently,…
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PSA: My Children Are Not an Inconvenience (To You or Anyone Else)
Get Pregnant Fast When my family and I recently relocated to a new neighborhood, I encountered an older woman just a few doors down. Her expression shifted from surprise to disbelief when I casually mentioned that I have four children. “Four? Four?!” she repeated, then looked me in the eye and declared, “I suppose that’s…
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The Importance of Discussing Pornography with Your Children
Get Pregnant Fast In our youth, the world of pornography was somewhat of a mystery. Sure, there were adult magazines tucked away at newsstands, often obscured behind barriers, and the occasional risqué television channel that made us sweat at the thought of our parents discovering a pay-per-view charge. Unless we stumbled upon an older sibling’s…
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Alternatives to Saying ‘All I Want Is A Healthy Baby’
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, my 6-year-old daughter attended her first baby shower. A close family friend is expecting a baby girl, and the party was child-friendly, which thrilled my kindergartner. She was captivated by the pink decorations and the candy buffet, and on our way home, she bombarded me with questions. “Mom, if someone has…
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Navigating the Loss of an Estranged Parent Without Regret
Get Pregnant Fast I hadn’t spoken to my father in nearly five years. Our relationship had always been fraught with conflict, and it only became more strained as I transitioned through major life milestones: graduating college, getting engaged, and becoming a parent. Before the final break a few years back, we had experienced several periods…