Tag: parenting
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A Dad’s Eye-Opening Realization: ‘Helping’ Isn’t Helping at All
Get Pregnant Fast In a candid moment of self-reflection, Tom Richardson, a dad and writer for the blog Family Insights, discovered that his perception of “helping” his wife with household chores was actually undermining their partnership. As he prepared to celebrate his wife’s birthday, Tom found himself patting himself on the back for making the…
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Your Baby’s Due Date is May 6
Read more Did you know that only about 1 in 20 babies are actually born on their due dates? Most pregnancies last anywhere from 38 to 42 weeks, which means there can be a bit of a waiting game involved. If you want to keep track of your pregnancy week by week, downloading a pregnancy…
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Why I Decided to Stop My Child’s ADHD Medication
Get Pregnant Fast I found myself cradling those small pills in my hand, and I felt utterly defeated. A new battle had begun. With my son’s innocent eyes fixed on me, I uttered a painful untruth, “This is safe. You’ll be fine. I promise.” In that moment, my internal voice screamed, “Liar! Terrible mother! Failure!”…
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How to Connect with Your Adopted Child
Read more Bonding with your adopted child can sometimes take time, but there are effective strategies to help foster this important relationship. Here’s how you can create a nurturing environment as you transition from strangers to a loving family. Take Your Time Whether you’ve adopted a baby or a toddler, patience is key. For infants…
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Embrace Your Journey: Finding Joy in Unexpected Pregnancies
Read more Facing an unplanned pregnancy can evoke a whirlwind of emotions, from fear to confusion. It’s completely understandable to feel overwhelmed, but remember, you’re not alone in this journey. Organizations like Embrace Grace, Inc. offer a supportive and judgment-free community to help you navigate this transformative time in your life. Whether you’re considering parenting…
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My Partner Didn’t Connect with Our Newborn (But Everything Turned Out Alright)
Get Pregnant Fast I had my expectations set, but indifference was not one of them. My husband, Daniel, held our newborn, of course. He posed for pictures, smiling at our tiny bundle of joy, and changed a diaper or two, even napping with the baby resting on his chest, just like many fathers do. Yet,…
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I Had a Laid-Back Approach to Recreational Marijuana, Until I Caught My 13-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast I discovered my 13-year-old son, Ethan, smoking marijuana on Easter evening beneath our backyard deck. After sending him to bed with a goodnight kiss, I assumed he was merely grabbing a snack in the kitchen. However, when I heard coughing outside my bedroom window, I looked out while brushing my teeth and…
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What It’s Like to Be a Parent When You Live Far from Family
Read more “It takes a village.” We’ve all heard this saying, and while it can sometimes feel cliché, its truth resonates deeply—especially when parenting from afar. I often think back to a time when I jokingly used this line to explain why I was helping a friend out of a bar or struggling to maneuver…
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Navigating Family Dynamics After Divorce: A Reflection on Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, the news of my parents’ divorce hit me hard, like it does for most children. I was just five years old, and the prospect of change felt overwhelming. Initially, I struggled to find any silver lining in this new family structure. However, as time passed, I came to realize that…