Tag: parenting
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For The Last Time, Please Be Considerate in the Car Line
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 Originally Published: Feb. 2, 2020 Recently, while picking up my children from school, I noticed the principal standing by the exit, handing out copies of a newly printed letter. “Please read and sign,” she said, distributing her memo to each parent as they left the building. “Absolutely,” I…
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When Your Energetic Child Begins to Settle Down
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Living with a spirited child can feel like sharing your space with a caffeinated creature. My daughter, Lily, who is 3 years old, is often affectionately dubbed the “little tornado.” With her golden pigtails and mischievous grin, she seems to have boundless energy. Capturing her attention long enough to sit still…
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To Moms of Energetic Kids: I Owe You an Apology
Get Pregnant Fast Reflecting back eight years, I recall a playdate when my eldest was a toddler, and I was expecting my daughter. I had already faced several parenting hurdles. The disappointment of struggling with breastfeeding weighed heavy on me, and the sleepless nights with my baby still awake at a year old left me…
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6 Reasons Why Men Who Finish Quickly Make the Best Husbands
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re contemplating starting a family, take a moment to carefully consider the man you choose to marry. While I appreciate artists like John and believe in the power of love songs, the idea of prolonged intimate sessions? Not so much. Having been there, I can tell you that my previous experiences…
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Chris Meloni: The Everyman Dad at Coachella
Get Pregnant Fast Chris Meloni’s foray into Coachella is the quintessential dad experience, and frankly, he deserves a medal for it. The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is renowned as one of the largest music festivals globally, but for many parents, including Meloni, navigating this vibrant scene can be a bewildering adventure. Recently, the…
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Navigating Motherhood with Bipolar Disorder: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepared for a long weekend getaway, I was unaware that I was slipping into a depressive episode. Amid the chaos and excitement of packing, I neglected to check in on my mood. It wasn’t until I found myself snapping at my children that I recognized the signs. Almost immediately, regret…
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This Is When It’s Okay to Admire My Daughter with Down Syndrome
Get Pregnant Fast When I notice someone gazing at my youngest daughter, Lily, it stings. It’s a physical ache. I can’t help but wonder about the negative thoughts swirling in their minds, causing my heart to ache. I want to shout, “She just has an extra chromosome!” but I hold back. Instead, I scoop my…
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The Reality of Sleep Deprivation: A Parent’s Struggle with TV Time
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve resigned myself to the fact that staying awake during any television episode is a monumental task. I adore you, Lucy Carter, but your show has become the perfect sleep aid for me. There are nights when the credits roll, and I’m already drifting off before the plot can…
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The Unexpected Words My Son Shared with My Dying Husband
Get Pregnant Fast After spending over two decades trying to understand my son Jake, I’ve come to realize one undeniable truth: he completely understood his parents. In just over a year, Jake experienced the loss of his father—my husband Tom—due to prostate cancer on October 6, 2021, and nearly lost me when a 4,000-pound SUV…