Tag: parenting
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Your Body Knows Best: Heed Its Signals When You’re Under the Weather
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all been there. You wake up feeling miserable, struggling through your morning rituals while battling a fever, coughing, and a nose that won’t stop running — yet you still push yourself to head to work. Even if you work from home, you may find yourself powering through a day when you…
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I Failed as a Mom Today — And It Was a Revelation
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real, fellow moms: today, I completely dropped the ball. I’m in the throes of pregnancy, feeling drained and overly emotional. My 3-year-old son is both needy and headstrong, and I’ve reached my limit. I need a day off—a mental health day. But we all know that such days are a…
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Navigating Dreams: When Your Daughter Aspires to be a Princess While You Envision an Astrophysicist
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, many parents grapple with the challenge of balancing their aspirations for their children with their kids’ own desires. Take, for instance, a father named Mark who is raising his daughter, Sophie, to be a strong, independent woman. Mark, a self-proclaimed feminist, is deeply aware of the societal pressures that…
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The Parenting Innovation We Truly Need in Our Lives
Get Pregnant Fast By: Laura Jensen Updated: March 4, 2018 Originally Published: March 4, 2018 A brilliant idea for an invention struck me during a recent attempt at meditation. As soon as I settled onto my cushion and closed my eyes, my dog ambled over and decided my lap was the perfect place for a…
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The Reason We Don’t Allow Screaming in Our Home (Except When It’s Critical)
Get Pregnant Fast Every parent has that one behavior that tests their patience to the limit—something that drives them up the wall for reasons they may not even understand. For some, it’s the habit of picking noses; for others, it could be dishonesty or constant whining. In my case, it’s the act of screaming. I’m…
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Types of Moms You’ll Encounter in Online Parenting Groups
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the world of online parenting groups! These digital havens can be a lifesaver, especially when you’re desperate for advice on removing spaghetti stains from your once-pristine carpet or figuring out what that mysterious red bump on your child’s arm could be. Trust me; someone in these groups has dealt with it…
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A Heartfelt Tribute to My Husband on Father’s Day
Get Pregnant Fast As we celebrate Father’s Day, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to my amazing husband. You are not just a wonderful dad, but also a fantastic partner and provider. Today, however, is all about honoring the incredible father that you are. You excel at this parenting role, putting…
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I Emphasize My Kids’ Character and Work Ethic Over Their Looks
Get Pregnant Fast The other evening, I found myself watching an old episode of Everybody Loves Raymond. I’ve always enjoyed the comedic charm of the cranky grandfather’s quips, so I settled in to enjoy the show while scrolling through my phone. The storyline revolved around Debra and Ray’s eldest daughter taking on more responsibilities at…