Tag: parenting
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The Constant Quest for Busyness: Navigating Anxiety in Daily Life
Get Pregnant Fast People often ask if I ever take a break. Do I ever slow down or say “no”? How do I juggle everything? Honestly, I’m not sure. Do we ever truly have answers to these questions? We somehow navigate through our days, accomplishing what we can while setting aside what we can’t, only…
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Why Moms Can’t Seem to Catch a Nap (Unlike Dads)
Get Pregnant Fast Motherhood is an exhausting journey, and the mental load that comes with it is undeniably real. Even when we manage to cross off a thousand tasks from our to-do lists, there’s an endless mental checklist that loops in our minds, making relaxation feel like an impossible dream. One mother, Sarah Johnson, captured…
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Why Telling Someone With Depression to ‘Cheer Up’ is Misguided
Get Pregnant Fast In moments of witnessing a loved one in distress, especially when struggling with depression, the instinct to help can be overwhelming. We want to alleviate their suffering and ease their pain, but suggesting they simply “cheer up” can be detrimental. Such well-meaning advice often fails to acknowledge the complexities of depression and…
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Why Weekends Can Be Challenging for Parents: A Dad’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast For many families, weekends are often seen as a time for bonding and unwinding together. But let’s be honest—weekend life for parents can feel more like a chaotic sprint than a leisurely stroll. British dad Mark Thompson recently shared a relatable post on social media that struck a chord with parents everywhere,…
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Mom Silences Grammar Critics with a Touching Reflection on Intelligence
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where online debates often devolve into grammar policing, one mother’s heartfelt message serves as a reminder of the complexities behind the words we type. While many take pride in correcting others’ grammar—“You mean ‘you’re,’ not ‘your’!”—it’s crucial to consider the personal battles that may lie beneath those errors. Author…
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Your Baby’s Expected Arrival Date is April 7
Read more Did you know that only about 5% of babies are born exactly on their due date? The average pregnancy can stretch anywhere from 38 to 42 weeks, leaving many parents guessing until the big day arrives. If you want to track your pregnancy week by week, be sure to check out the app…
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Father Publicly Rejects White Supremacist Son in Heartfelt Open Letter
Get Pregnant Fast In a poignant open letter, a father has taken a stand against his son’s white supremacist beliefs following the son’s participation in a rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. This emotional correspondence underscores the father’s dismay and offers a pathway for potential reconciliation, should his son choose to abandon his hateful ideology. Mark Johnson,…
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Three Marriages in One: The Evolution of My Relationship
Get Pregnant Fast I recently found myself on break at work, engrossed in a thought-provoking article by Ada Calhoun in the New York Times. In her piece, she explores the transformations that occur within married couples over time. Her central message is that while we often assume the person we marry will remain unchanged, the…
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To My Toddler: Mom and Dad Are Living Separately, But Our Love for You Remains Unchanged
Get Pregnant Fast Dear little one, As part of our nightly routine, I gently lowered your fun polka dot shade, dressed you in your cozy pajamas, and we sang our beloved lullaby, “Twinkle, Twinkle.” But tonight, there was a palpable difference. The act of closing that shade felt monumental — a heavy reminder of the…