Tag: parenting
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Self-Care Advice for Moms: Just Shut the Door
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a relentless whirlwind. There’s always something that needs attention, and it can feel like a never-ending cycle of chaos. However, one mom wisely reminds us that sometimes, it’s okay to let things slide for the sake of our own well-being. Not out of indifference, but because we care so deeply…
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Le Creuset Unveils Its Most Stunning Collection Yet
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re a fan of beautiful kitchenware, you’re in for a treat. Le Creuset, known for its exquisite cookware, has just launched a new line that is making waves in the culinary world. Dubbed “Provence,” this collection showcases a mesmerizing ombre lavender hue that is not only visually striking but also essential…
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Does My Child Truly Require These Treatments, Therapies, and Interventions?
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting Insights By Emma Johnson A few weeks back, I shared our journey of getting a psychiatric service dog for my 11-year-old son. Over recent months, I have candidly discussed the various therapies and interventions we utilize for my two wonderful boys, both of whom have special needs. For the past three…
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The Mask You Live In: Why You Should Stop Everything and Watch This Documentary Today
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, after picking up my eldest son from a friend’s house, I was taken aback when he burst into tears the moment he got into the car. “What’s wrong?” I inquired, surprised. “Nothing,” he replied, through sobs. “Really? What happened?” I pressed. “He… he said I throw like a…
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Mom’s Reply to a Stranger’s Comment About Her Family Size Is Empowering
Get Pregnant Fast Can we please stop making comments about the size of other people’s families? If you’re a parent, you’ve likely encountered the phrase, “Looks like you’ve got your hands full!” It’s often intended to be supportive, but it often comes across as trivializing the hard work that goes into parenting. In fact, it…
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The Day My Daughter Questioned Her Heritage
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: May 17, 2018 Originally Published: Aug. 26, 2017 “Mommy, I don’t want to be black like you.” This surprising statement came while I was navigating the bath and beauty aisle at Target, precariously balancing on one foot in an attempt to reach the last SheaMoisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie perched on a…
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Mom Shares Candid Photos: ‘I’ve Earned My Marks and I’m Proud of Them’
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to embracing our bodies post-pregnancy, attitude is everything. If you’ve experienced pregnancy, it’s likely that you have stretch marks somewhere on your body. For many, these marks can be a source of frustration—after all, our bodies undergo significant transformations after having children. However, the way we perceive these changes…
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Your Baby’s Expected Arrival Date is July 24
Understanding Your Pregnancy Timeline Read more Your pregnancy is divided into three trimesters: 1st Trimester: October 17 to January 15 2nd Trimester: January 16 to April 23 3rd Trimester: April 24 to July 24 Did you know that only about 5% of babies are born right on their due date? Most pregnancies last between 38…
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Co-Sleeping: A Choice, Not a Source of Shame
Get Pregnant Fast When my first child, Leo, arrived, he had a peculiar sleeping arrangement: he would only doze off if someone held him upright on the couch. Was this co-sleeping? Not quite, as we weren’t in the actual bed, and my makeshift pillow between the bookshelf and the couch arm hardly provided a restful…