Tag: parenting
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The Importance of Discussing Pornography with Your Children
Get Pregnant Fast In our youth, the world of pornography was somewhat of a mystery. Sure, there were adult magazines tucked away at newsstands, often obscured behind barriers, and the occasional risqué television channel that made us sweat at the thought of our parents discovering a pay-per-view charge. Unless we stumbled upon an older sibling’s…
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Alternatives to Saying ‘All I Want Is A Healthy Baby’
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, my 6-year-old daughter attended her first baby shower. A close family friend is expecting a baby girl, and the party was child-friendly, which thrilled my kindergartner. She was captivated by the pink decorations and the candy buffet, and on our way home, she bombarded me with questions. “Mom, if someone has…
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Navigating the Loss of an Estranged Parent Without Regret
Get Pregnant Fast I hadn’t spoken to my father in nearly five years. Our relationship had always been fraught with conflict, and it only became more strained as I transitioned through major life milestones: graduating college, getting engaged, and becoming a parent. Before the final break a few years back, we had experienced several periods…
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Mom Confidently Shares Post-Baby Belly Photos After Stranger Assumes She’s Expecting Again
Get Pregnant Fast Her before-and-after images illustrate that post-partum recovery is not instantaneous. The drastic changes in our bodies during and after pregnancy are often striking. The journey of carrying a child involves significant physical transformations, including shifting organs and an expanding belly. New mom Sarah Thompson understands this reality all too well, and she…
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I’m Not Overly Sensitive, You’re Just Impolite
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Lifestyle I’m Not Overly Sensitive, You’re Just Impolite by Jenna Thompson Updated: July 5, 2018 Originally Published: February 10, 2018 It’s happened more times than I can count: I found myself suppressing my anger, shrinking into an apologetic shell to placate others who, in retrospect, were clearly in the wrong. My…
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My Daughter and Her Friends Chose Swimwear from the Boys’ Section This Year
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks ago, my friends Lisa and Karen and I embarked on a swimsuit shopping trip with our five daughters, who range in age from 10 to 17. We headed to a local store that was offering significant discounts, as our girls had outgrown their swimsuits from the previous summer. Each…
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We Can’t Tell Our Kids They’re ‘Smart’ Anymore—Seriously, I Give Up
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can often feel like navigating a minefield, especially when it comes to how we communicate with our children. Recent research has revealed that praising our kids for being “smart” may inadvertently increase their likelihood to cheat. This revelation has left many parents, including myself, feeling utterly exasperated. Should I just start…
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Target to Offer Delightful, Affordable Rosé – A Dream Come True!
Get Pregnant Fast Attention, Target enthusiasts! Get ready for the launch of the most charming pink wine collection hitting stores on March 4th. Yes Way Rosé, a brand that made its debut in 2013, is now available at Target for just $13, perfect for stocking up on your next brunch. Whether you’re planning a cozy…
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Our Family’s Yurt Experience: A Muddy Misadventure
Get Pregnant Fast When it came time to plan a special celebration for my son, Max’s sixth birthday, I asked him to think big—anything he wanted, as long as it was reasonable. I was fully expecting a request for a movie outing or a beach day. Just a couple of weeks prior, he excitedly mentioned…