Tag: childhood
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Why I’m Not Keeping Track of the Summers We Have Remaining
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a bittersweet journey, especially when the reality of time passing becomes apparent. My son, now on the verge of his teenage years, recently walked in from soccer practice. His voice, deeper and more mature, caught me off guard. I found myself staring at a young man, not the playful…
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You Must Wear Pants in Public, Kid. It’s the Law!
Get Pregnant Fast As soon as my little one, Ethan, wakes up and starts moving around, he’s asking me to remove his pajamas—if he even wore any to bed the night before. This habit continues when we return from outings; the moment we step through the door, he kicks off his shoes and pants without…
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The Argument for Gifting Your Child a Bow and Arrow
Get Pregnant Fast When my partner announced that the kids could each choose a toy for our upcoming trip to the mountains, I immediately felt hesitant. I generally oppose adding more items to our already cluttered home, which inevitably leads to more cleaning for me. While I blissfully roamed the hiking gear aisle, selecting some…
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My Mother’s Words Shaped My Self-Image
Get Pregnant Fast “Earlier today, when you were laughing on the bed… You looked ridiculous.” Those words from my mother cast a long shadow over my self-esteem. Each time I found something amusing, my instinct was to cover my mouth, hiding the noticeable gaps between my teeth. I would squint my eyes to mask the…
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Capturing the Chaos: A Mom’s Perspective on Parenting Through Photography
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s digital world, parents have the unique advantage of being able to document their children’s lives effortlessly. One such parent is Emily Carter, a talented photographer and mother of three boys, who uses her camera to capture the beautiful chaos of everyday life. Through her stunning, candid shots, she offers a…
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People Share Their Funniest Childhood Misunderstandings
Get Pregnant Fast Sometimes, owning up to our misunderstandings can lead to some of the funniest moments. Have you ever heard something and thought, “Wait, how did I not know that was the correct way to say or understand that?” This becomes even more complicated during childhood, when we’re absorbing new information at a rapid…
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Embracing Five: A Journey of Growth and Adventure
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting Embracing Five: A Journey of Growth and Adventure by Laura Thompson November 25, 2023 “Mom, I had a scary dream. Can you stay with me?” It’s 5:30 AM, and I’m still groggy as I snuggle into your bed, wrapping my arms around your little body. You’re still in your superhero costume…
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5 Ways My Kids Are Living Their Best Life – And Here’s the Proof
Get Pregnant Fast As I tackle the never-ending cycle of household chores—like folding wrinkled shirts that have lingered too long in the dryer, or scrubbing burnt remnants from a pan because I had to pause for an unexpected toddler emergency—I often find myself daydreaming. But let me clarify: these fantasies are entirely G-rated. I imagine…