Tag: family
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Embracing Our Collective Dysfunction: Why It’s Okay to Be Real
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face a hard truth: every family has its quirks and issues. Every. Single. One. If you’re anything like me, your first reaction might be to roll your eyes and declare, “Not my family! We’re a flawless unit.” You can hold onto that belief, but the reality is that your family has…
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The Name Maven Says: Let Go of Judgment When It Comes to Baby Names!
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to choosing baby names, everyone seems to have an opinion. Your close friend might think your selected name is overly popular, while a stranger in the grocery store believes your child will face lifelong challenges due to your choice. And if you dare to skip naming your little one…
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This Is When It’s Okay to Admire My Daughter with Down Syndrome
Get Pregnant Fast When I notice someone gazing at my youngest daughter, Lily, it stings. It’s a physical ache. I can’t help but wonder about the negative thoughts swirling in their minds, causing my heart to ache. I want to shout, “She just has an extra chromosome!” but I hold back. Instead, I scoop my…
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The Unexpected Words My Son Shared with My Dying Husband
Get Pregnant Fast After spending over two decades trying to understand my son Jake, I’ve come to realize one undeniable truth: he completely understood his parents. In just over a year, Jake experienced the loss of his father—my husband Tom—due to prostate cancer on October 6, 2021, and nearly lost me when a 4,000-pound SUV…
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In Defense of Embracing the Word ‘F*ck’
Get Pregnant Fast I have an immense appreciation for language. You could say I’m truly passionate about words—like the kind of passion that leads to collecting quotes for wall art or getting them inked on my body. As a writer, my goal is to find that ideal word at just the right moment to express…
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Mindy Kaling Takes on Mom Role in New Series: Trailer Revealed
Get Pregnant Fast Mindy Kaling is back in the spotlight, bringing her unique charm to a new television series that promises to be a delightful watch. Known for her iconic roles, including the drama-loving Kelly Kapoor from The Office and the relatable Mindy Lahiri from The Mindy Project, Kaling is set to captivate audiences once…
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New Dad Steals the Show with Hilarious ‘Paternity’ Photo Shoot
Get Pregnant Fast In a delightful twist on traditional pregnancy photo shoots, a new dad from Boston, Massachusetts, has gone viral with his amusing paternity shoot, proving that laughter can be just as powerful as heartfelt moments. “I honestly never expected this to blow up like it did,” shared Jake Miller, the proud dad, in…
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Your Baby’s Due Date is August 12!
Read more Did You Know? Only about 1 in 20 babies actually arrive on their predicted due date. The average pregnancy lasts anywhere from 38 to 42 weeks, so many expectant parents find themselves waiting until the big day to meet their little one. If you want to keep track of your pregnancy week by…