Tag: parenting
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What Happens When I Hit My Maximum Frustration Threshold
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast It’s true—I can be a bit of a diva. “Really?” you might exclaim, incredulous. I get it; it’s hard to believe. I pride myself on being the most affable diva you’ll ever encounter. But consider this: Remember those college days when you discovered your drink limit before the room started spinning?…
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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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PSA: Transition Your Toddler Out of the Crib Before They Take Matters Into Their Own Hands
Get Pregnant Fast Most mornings, I don’t bother with an alarm clock. Instead, I rise when my kids wake up, ready to start the day. Recently, I heard my daughter stir and headed to her room, only to find her halfway over the side of her crib. One leg was precariously perched over the edge…
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The Unexpected Financial Burden of Adopting a Child from Foster Care
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: December 17, 2020 Originally Published: March 25, 2018 All we desire is to welcome a son into our family. We’re specifically looking for a teenage boy aged between 15 and 16. I have always dreamed of adopting an older child from foster care, and my husband, a high school educator, is…
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Don’t Overlook the Small Moments
Get Pregnant Fast This little guy in the photo? He’s my inspiration. This snapshot was taken at a typical fast-food joint, a place where countless parents have snapped similar pictures of their kids. Amidst his scrunched-up smile and the remnants of a cheeseburger, it might be hard to recognize the significance of this moment. For…
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Navigating Life After SIDS
Get Pregnant Fast Trigger Warning: Child Loss What does life look like after experiencing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)? It’s a quiet drive back from the hospital on a dreary Sunday morning. Your feet are clad in hospital socks, and a pink teddy bear rests on your lap, supported by a purple box that holds…
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Dear President Johnson: An Open Thank-You Letter From A Gay Dad
Get Pregnant Fast August 9, 2017 Dear President Johnson, I want to start by expressing my gratitude. When my partner and I welcomed our son, Noah, in November 2015, you sent us a thoughtful note congratulating our family on this significant milestone. We are proud to have framed that note, along with its envelope; it…
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Nursery Organization: Space-Saving Tips for Your Baby’s Nursery
Read more Navigating the world of parenting amidst a cluttered nursery can be quite the challenge. If you find yourself overwhelmed by the growing number of baby items, don’t worry! Here are some practical space-saving strategies to help you create a more organized environment for your little one. Streamline Your Baby’s Wardrobe It’s easy to…
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Google Assistant’s Humanlike Conversations: A Double-Edged Sword
Get Pregnant Fast Are you juggling a busy schedule and finding it hard to book that much-needed hair appointment? Well, Google may have just introduced the solution you’ve been waiting for. The tech giant recently unveiled a groundbreaking feature called Duplex, which allows its AI to mimic human speech and conduct phone calls on your…
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I’m Not Here to Chat – I Just Want to Get Home to My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Here’s the reality: I’m a working mom, and I miss out on precious time with my kids throughout the day. A lot of it. I wake up before dawn to get to the office early, allowing me to leave at a somewhat reasonable hour and savor the few hours I have with…