Tag: parenting
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The Unexpected Challenge of Parenting: Mental Fatigue
Get Pregnant Fast Image credit: Diego Cervo / Shutterstock When you become a parent, physical exhaustion becomes a constant companion. For those of us with multiple children, the idea of feeling well-rested might seem like a distant dream—one that may never come true. My eldest is almost a teenager, and I’m still on the lookout…
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The Unvarnished Reality of Blended Families
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, as we nestled into bed with a glass of red wine, Tom revealed that his son, Lucas, had recently hurt his feelings. He had planned an outing he thought Lucas would enjoy, but Lucas’s lukewarm response fell short of his expectations. This was just one of many disappointments my dear…
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Living with a Verbally Abusive Partner: A Soul-Sucking Reality
Get Pregnant Fast I often see friends on social media sharing the intimate details of their relationships—their fights, their harsh words, and all the chaos in between. I could never imagine doing that; it seems so undignified. My family and my fiancé’s relatives are on my Facebook page, and the thought of airing out our…
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CTFD, Sports Parents: Remember, They’re Just Kids and It’s Just a Game
Get Pregnant Fast Last weekend, I dedicated nearly 12 hours to watching my son play in four baseball games. Yes, 12 hours — which included several 45-minute drives to the field, rising before the sun, and plenty of nail-biting moments. I also consumed an alarming amount of coffee while questioning my life choices. Let’s be…
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My Kids Seem to Enjoy Their Time with Their Dad More After Our Separation, And I’m Completely Fine With That
Get Pregnant Fast It’s not uncommon for children to playfully tease about their friends’ possessions, and my kids are no exception. They often engage in the game of “let’s see if we can convince Mom to get us this or that” while exaggerating their own situation. You know the drill — they act as if…
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The Hilarious Christmas Card Only THAT Sibling Will Understand
Get Pregnant Fast As the holiday season approaches, families are gearing up for their annual Christmas card photo shoots. This tradition often turns into a showcase of achievements and milestones, leaving some family members feeling a bit sidelined. One woman experienced this firsthand, but rather than sulking over her single, child-free lifestyle, she decided to…
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Dads Need Changing Tables in Bathrooms Too, New Legislation States
Get Pregnant Fast In a progressive move, a newly enacted bill mandates that all public restrooms, including men’s facilities, must be equipped with changing tables. This initiative was inspired by an eye-opening incident involving local councilman Ethan Grayson, who witnessed a father awkwardly attempting to change his baby daughter’s diaper over a sink in a…
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A 6-Year-Old Raked in $11 Million on YouTube Last Year
Get Pregnant Fast Remember those carefree days in first grade? Juice boxes, snack time, and the thrill of play? For young Alex, a six-year-old star of the YouTube channel Alex’s Toy Reviews, those days have taken a lucrative turn. According to Forbes, Alex made a staggering $11 million last year, earning the 8th spot on…
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How I Came to Terms with Not Being the Fun Parent — and Why That’s Totally Fine
Read more Before my journey into motherhood began, I held lofty dreams about the adventures my future children and I would share. I pictured myself creating beautiful, Pinterest-inspired snacks, dressing us in matching outfits that would make everyone on social media swoon, and receiving countless messages from fellow moms asking for my secrets. Reality, however,…
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I Hate That I Have to Shatter My Children’s Innocence Before They’re Prepared
Get Pregnant Fast Dec. 14, 2023 My daughter approached me with wide eyes, asking if we could have a private chat. I led her into my room and closed the door behind us. It took her a moment to find the words, and as I noticed tears brimming in her eyes, I was transported back…