Tag: parenting
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Only 28% of Children Participate in Household Chores, and I’m Contributing to the Issue
Get Pregnant Fast Yes, it’s true—I’m not doing my part in ensuring that my children contribute to household chores. Why? Honestly, I’m not sure. Perhaps it’s simply easier for me to handle the dishes than to deal with their complaints about tired arms or the “wetness” of the water. Maybe I have a control issue,…
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What “I Hate You” Truly Means: Decoding Teen Speak
Get Pregnant Fast “I hate you so much!” my teenage daughter, Emma, shouted, her voice echoing with fury. “You won’t be at my wedding, and you’ll never see your grandchildren!” In that moment, her rage felt like a whirlwind of negativity, hitting me like a punch. Stunned, I retreated to my bedroom, closing the door…
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Dads of Daughters, Let’s Show Our Sons Some Respect
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a common sight among dads of daughters: the intense protective nature that emerges when a boy expresses interest in their little girl. You’ve probably seen the infamous images of a stern father holding a rifle, glaring at his daughter’s prom date. This attitude often begins right at the outset, and it…
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Why We Chose to Stop Telling Our Kids to “Be Careful!”
Get Pregnant Fast In the early stages of parenthood, my partner and I made a bold decision: we would eliminate the phrase “be careful” from our vocabulary. We even attempted to extend this ban to our entire family, but it quickly became clear that this phrase is ingrained in the DNA of many grandparents and…
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More Reasons to Embrace, Snuggle, and Love Our Children
Get Pregnant Fast The instant my three daughters were placed on my chest after birth, an overwhelming urge to keep them close surged through me. I yearned to snuggle them tightly, even as fatigue and physical discomfort weighed me down. There were countless days when the emotional strain of new motherhood left me in tears,…
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To the MLM Representative in the Checkout Line
Get Pregnant Fast My son, Jacob, recently landed a part-time position at our local grocery store. Juggling school and work, he’s been saving up for a car—or perhaps some Chipotle (I keep a close eye on our linked accounts!). Most of his time at work is spent scanning items for customers, but sometimes he’s outside…
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Navigating the Parenting Paradox: The Joys and Struggles of Daycare
Get Pregnant Fast As I stood in the daycare entrance, I could see the uncertainty in my daughter Mia’s eyes as she observed her new teacher. Her expression was a mix of curiosity and hesitation, and I could feel my heart racing. My husband, Tom, tried to comfort her, guiding her around the colorful room…
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ADHD: A Valid Medical Diagnosis That Deserves Understanding, Not Shame
Get Pregnant Fast I’m not just frustrated; I’m genuinely upset. Over the past week, I’ve encountered a barrage of articles on childhood ADHD that have left me feeling overwhelmed. The recurring theme? A sense of shame—felt by both parents and children—surrounding this diagnosis. It’s astonishing how a mere four-letter acronym can evoke such a powerful…
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Embracing the Comfort of Cuddling, Rocking, Singing, and Nursing Your Baby to Sleep
Get Pregnant Fast Are you in the midst of soothing your baby to sleep through nursing, rocking, or singing? Do you find yourself wearing your little one in a carrier or letting them nap on your chest? Perhaps your baby drifts off during car rides or while being pushed in a stroller. Do they need…