Tag: parenting
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When You Thought Parenting Couldn’t Get Worse, Enter the Teens
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we endure quite a few embarrassing and downright disgusting moments. From the traumatic experience of a newborn diaper blowout that leaves us frantically cleaning up mustard-colored mess from our laps, to the unforgettable stench of that first solid food poop—it’s safe to say, the gross factor is something we become…
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Yes, My Spouse Is My Closest Companion
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, the phrase “I married my best friend” has become a well-worn cliché. Ironically, I didn’t view my husband as my best friend on our wedding day. At that time, I had another best friend—someone who shared shopping trips, gossip sessions, and, of course, the essential pedicure days. We bonded…
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I Long for the Partner I Once Knew
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a peculiar sentiment to express, but I truly miss my husband. It may sound absurd, given that he’s right here by my side. Surprising perhaps to the 65% of our wedding guests who anticipated our imminent chaos, we are still happily married, navigating the whirlwind of life with four children and…
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An Open Letter to Those Who Judge My 5-Year-Old for Using a Stroller
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Readers, I feel compelled to address the judgment I’ve encountered over the past few days regarding my daughter, Emily, and her use of a stroller. To those who have exchanged disapproving glances or whispered critiques behind my back, I urge you to come forward and engage in an open conversation about…
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To the Mom Who Never Gets a Moment of Peace, I See You
Get Pregnant Fast You find yourself gazing out the window, lost in thought about how you arrived at this point in your life. Your soft abdomen, bearing the marks of motherhood, rests against the kitchen counter as you survey the chaos around you. The sink is overflowing with dishes, the remnants of soured milk and…
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How Letting Go of My Child’s Happiness Led Me to My Own Fulfillment
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast During a gathering for a one-year-old’s birthday, a college friend casually inquired, “How are you holding up?” “It’s tough,” I admitted, my voice trembling as I fought back tears. “I just can’t seem to make my baby happy.” He raised an eyebrow. “It’s not your responsibility to make him happy,” he…
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Baby Shower Etiquette: Who Hosts a Baby Shower?
Read more When it comes to baby showers, the rules are pretty flexible. While there are some basic guidelines, the most important thing is to celebrate the impending arrival of a little one in a way that feels special. Here’s what you need to know about baby shower etiquette to prepare for the big day.…
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Navigating My Love-Hate Relationship with Facebook’s TimeHop Feature
Get Pregnant Fast In the whirlwind of parenting three little ones under five, mornings hold a rare semblance of order. I craft my day like a delicate tapestry in the stillness before dawn, only to watch it unravel the moment the kids wake. As the hours slip away, chaos inevitably takes over. By evening, I…
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My Hands Are Full, But My Heart Is Overflowing (So Please, Don’t Feel Sorry for Me)
Get Pregnant Fast “You’ve got your hands quite full, don’t you?” Over the past decade, I’ve lost count of how many times this phrase has crossed my ears. Whether I’m at the grocery store, in a department store, at the playground, during school drop-offs and pickups, or even at a local restaurant, if I’m out…
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Your Ungrateful Child Is Completely Normal, and They’ll Likely Turn Out Just Fine
Get Pregnant Fast We all aspire to raise children who are polite and respectful members of society. Many of us begin this journey by teaching our little ones to say “please” and “thank you” before they can even articulate full sentences. I remember my own kids reaching for a snack, and I would prompt them…