Tag: parenting
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Three Words I Will No Longer Use
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother, my goal is to raise my daughter to be compassionate, considerate, and inclusive. Equally important, I want her to possess the confidence to assert herself when necessary. While I don’t advocate for violence, I believe that every child should know how to stand up for themselves when the situation…
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Serena Williams Breastfed for Longer Than Most Moms in the U.S.
Read more For years, Serena Williams has been defying the odds and expectations of what mothers can achieve while also being elite athletes. From winning the Australian Open just eight weeks after becoming pregnant to competing at the highest level post-C-section and pulmonary embolism, her accomplishments are remarkable. Williams recently shared in an essay for…
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30 Engaging, Whimsical, and Thought-Provoking Questions to Ask Your Kids After School
Get Pregnant Fast If your children are anything like mine, they tend to jump into the car post-school feeling both ravenous and somewhat reticent. (I’m convinced these two states are connected, so it’s a good idea to offer them a snack before diving into any conversations.) Asking the classic, “What did you do at school…
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Drive Safely: A Call to Action for the Safety of Our Children
Get Pregnant Fast At my son’s school, the fourth grade marks a significant milestone: students can begin walking home independently. Teachers no longer have the responsibility to ensure that kids are picked up by a designated guardian. As the school day wraps up, if children aren’t boarding a bus or attending an after-school program, they’re…
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5 Strategies to Encourage Boys to Talk About Their Emotions
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent with a background in psychology and education, I always dreamed of fostering open dialogue with my teenagers about their emotions and beliefs. However, the reality of conversing with my two teenage boys often looks quite different. A typical exchange might go like this: Me: “How was school today?” Son:…
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13 Time-Saving Strategies for Busy Households
Get Pregnant Fast Lately, there’s been a surge of discussions around the challenges faced by busy moms, and I find myself resonating with that sentiment. While my home undergoes a thorough cleaning each Saturday with the entire family pitching in, maintaining that level of cleanliness throughout the week is often a battle I can’t seem…
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A Mother’s Mission to Redefine Girls’ Fashion
Get Pregnant Fast In a world saturated with limited clothing options for young girls—often characterized by short, tight fits and pastel colors—one mother decided it was time for a change. Enter Emma Johnson, the visionary behind the brand “Girls Can Be.” Frustrated by the overwhelming prevalence of frilly, overly embellished outfits, Emma was inspired by…
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Mom’s Side-by-Side Bump Photos Reveal Each Pregnancy is Unique
Get Pregnant Fast No two pregnancies are ever alike—even those experienced by the same woman. The transformations our bodies undergo can vary significantly from one pregnancy to the next, making it challenging to reconcile the differences. One mother, however, has brilliantly illustrated this journey. Meet Sarah Thompson, a writer at The Modern Family Blog, who…
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Teach Your Kids About Personal Space: A Parent’s Responsibility
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent incident that struck a chord in the parenting community, comedian and author Lisa Johnson took to social media to share her frustration about a child invading her personal space while she was enjoying a quiet coffee. “Just trying to enjoy my drink, but a random child keeps crawling under…