Tag: parenting
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Your Baby’s Due Date is April 8
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Parent Burnout: Recognizing the Reality and 6 Effective Strategies to Combat It
Get Pregnant Fast Do you find yourself feeling drained by the demands of parenting? Do you ever question your ability to positively influence your children? Have you fantasized about escaping, even momentarily, from the chaos of family life? Many parents encounter these feelings at various points in their parenting journey. Yet, when these emotions persist,…
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What Parents of Children with Mental Illness Contemplate After a School Shooting
Get Pregnant Fast In the wake of school shootings, a wave of fear and anxiety washes over parents of children with mental health challenges. I can no longer stay silent or avoid difficult conversations with my conservative friends and family. The reality is too overwhelming to ignore. My fear is palpable: What if my child,…
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My Desire for More Children Has Finally Ended — For Good
Get Pregnant Fast I’m a proud mother of several children and honestly, I don’t need any more. Between their endless appetites and the chaos they bring, adding another child to the mix just isn’t feasible. Yet, I’ve always been intrigued by those women who seem absolutely sure they’re finished having children. You know the ones…
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I Stand Firm Against “Toughening Up” My Children for the Real World
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks ago, my son, Noah, went on an exciting field trip to the state museum. When I arrived for pickup, his teacher approached me to share a heartwarming story. During the trip, the children were given stone shards to carve into arrowheads. Noah ended up with a particularly large piece,…
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Four Moms Who Are Dominating the Olympics
Get Pregnant Fast Being an Olympian is no small feat, but when you add motherhood into the mix, it takes on an entirely new level of challenge. These women are not just competing at the highest level in their respective sports; they’re also managing the complexities of raising children. It’s a remarkable balance that deserves…
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Episode 1: The Enchanting Power of Melodious Singing on Babies’ Sleep
Get Pregnant Fast Welcome to the debut episode of Modern Family Blog’s original series, Lullaby League! This unique competition showcases a cappella groups vying to lull a little one into dreamland. In our first episode, we’re introduced to Sarah, a dedicated photographer grappling with the challenges of working from home while caring for her restless…
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The Most Crucial Parenting Action We Can Take Today
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, my father expressed his regret for being preoccupied during my childhood. “I truly apologize for that,” he wrote. “I hope you always understood how much I cared for you.” He didn’t need to elaborate; I already knew. However, there’s something more significant that I remember vividly. For over…
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Accepting My Child’s Challenging Behavior: A Mother’s Honest Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast The moment I came to terms with the reality that my child might be difficult to like was a pivotal instance in my journey as a parent. It marked the beginning of a painful realization about my daughter and her behavior. I found myself grappling with feelings of shame and questioning whether…