Tag: parenting
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I Was Abandoned by Friends and Family After Becoming a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast It’s taken considerable reflection and therapy to reach my current state of mind. Everyone warned me that parenting comes without a manual, and they were absolutely correct. After three years in this role, I’ve learned that children don’t need extensive instructions; they simply require food, affection, and naps. However, adults? They are…
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Breastfeeding with Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (D-MER): My Personal Experience
Read more When I welcomed my first child, Lily Rose, into the world in 2018, I was filled with anticipation about breastfeeding. I envisioned myself confidently feeding her anywhere, much like the moms I’d seen in pictures. However, as I began this journey, I quickly encountered unexpected challenges. In the hospital, we faced typical latching…
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The Top Baby Gates of 2023: Keeping Your Little One Safe and Sound
Read more When it comes to creating a safe environment for your growing baby, choosing the right baby gate is crucial. Whether you need a gate for the stairs, kitchen, or playroom, there are plenty of options available that offer both security and functionality. Based on insights from friends and fellow parents, we’ve compiled a…
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5 Strategies for Discussing Terrorist Attacks with Our Children
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, tragic events have unfolded across the globe, often leaving families grappling with how to discuss them with their children. For instance, the devastating bombing at a concert in Manchester, which claimed 22 lives, primarily affecting young concertgoers, shook many parents to their core. More recently, the attack on London…
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Couple Enjoys Adventurous Day with Their Embryos, Captivating Photoshoot Follows
Get Pregnant Fast Not every parent has the unique opportunity to capture memories with their future children before they are born, but Emily and Jake Thompson did just that. After undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) to conceive, they found themselves in a quirky situation that inspired a remarkable photoshoot with their cryopreserved embryos. When the…
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Complications and Concerns During Pregnancy
Read more Pregnancy is a beautiful yet complex journey, filled with many changes and surprises. However, it’s essential to be aware that complications can arise for various reasons. Sometimes, existing health issues may contribute to complications, while other times, new conditions emerge due to hormonal and bodily changes during pregnancy. It’s crucial to consult your…
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12 Tweets That Show How the ‘Man Cold’ Makes Women Roll Their Eyes
Get Pregnant Fast As flu season rolls around, we all know what that means—oh, the infamous “Man Cold.” This term refers to any minor illness or injury that a man exaggerates into an epic saga of suffering. A slight cough? Time to retreat to bed for a week. A little fever? Clearly, he’s on the…
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Navigating Family Depression: A Mother’s Concerns for Her Children
Get Pregnant Fast Depression is a shadow that looms large over my family. With three sisters grappling with a range of mental health issues—from high-functioning anxiety to bipolar disorder—I’ve witnessed firsthand the struggles that can begin in adolescence. Our parents were often at a loss, dismissing these early signs as mere teenage turmoil, not realizing…
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How Did We Ever Make It? A Look at Car Seats Then and Now
Parenting Insights Get Pregnant Fast When I reflect on my childhood in the 1970s, one memory stands out: my two younger brothers perched in a flimsy white plastic car seat until they were about two years old. One fateful day, I decided to let one of them out while our mom was navigating through heavy…
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The Real Motivation Behind My Involvement at My Kids’ School
Get Pregnant Fast I was leaving my son’s elementary school recently when a fellow parent called out to me. “Are you always here?” She rolled down her window and leaned forward from the passenger seat of her SUV. And she was right—I do spend a lot of time at my child’s school. I make it…