Tag: modern parenting
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The Modern Approach to Parenthood: Home Insemination for Alternative Families
The Modern Approach to Parenthood: Home Insemination for Alternative Families Parenthood is a journey that has evolved over the years, with more and more families choosing alternative methods to conceive and start a family. One of these methods is home insemination, which has gained popularity as a modern approach to parenthood for alternative families. In…
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Don’t Doubt My Decision to Be a Stay-at-Home Dad
Get Pregnant Fast I am a stay-at-home dad. Honestly, I never thought I’d find myself declaring that. First off, I have a child?! And I’m not working? What am I doing with my days? To give you some background, my partner and I took a quick trip to the Dominican Republic about 13 months ago.…
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12 ‘Generational Patterns’ Modern Parents Aim to Change with Their Children
Read more As parents navigate their own journeys of raising children, many find themselves reflecting on the practices and rules instilled in them by their own parents. While some customs might be cherished, there are certainly some quirky or outdated rules that many are eager to leave behind. This idea has taken off on social…
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Babies Who Resemble Their Fathers May Enjoy Better Health, Research Suggests
Get Pregnant Fast Are you noticing that your child bears a striking resemblance to their dad? You might feel a twinge of annoyance, but a recent study reveals that this could actually be a positive sign for your child’s health. Yes, you read that right—children who closely resemble their fathers are statistically more likely to…
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Dad Advocates for Changing Table in Men’s Restroom and Wins
Get Pregnant Fast In a commendable move toward shared parenting responsibilities, a dad successfully campaigned for a changing table to be installed in the men’s restroom of his local church. This small yet significant change marks a step forward in recognizing that both parents should participate equally in the often unenjoyable task of changing diapers,…
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Fewer Teens Are Opting for Driver’s Licenses
Get Pregnant Fast The day I turned 16 and became eligible to obtain my driver’s license, I was eagerly waiting outside the DMV before it even opened. In the 1980s, getting a driver’s license at this age was as much a part of adolescence as big hair and cassette tapes. No one hesitated, nor did…
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Can We Please Stop Blaming Parents for Everything?
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, it seems like we can hardly go an hour without coming across yet another viral social media post or article pointing fingers at parents for all that’s wrong in society. We’re often scrutinized for allowing our kids to use tablets at restaurants or for being overly involved in their…
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Dear Kids: It’s Time to Tackle Your Own Dishes
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Children, Let’s get straight to the point: I am officially over doing the dishes every single day. It’s an endless cycle, much like Sisyphus pushing that boulder uphill—just when I think I’ve conquered one load, another pops up, often with remnants of meals, snacks, and the occasional slime project in between.…
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What It’s Like to Be a Parent When You Live Far from Family
Read more “It takes a village.” We’ve all heard this saying, and while it can sometimes feel cliché, its truth resonates deeply—especially when parenting from afar. I often think back to a time when I jokingly used this line to explain why I was helping a friend out of a bar or struggling to maneuver…