Tag: parenting
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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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Your Baby’s Due Date is April 13
Read more As you prepare for this exciting time, you may find yourself curious about early signs of pregnancy, ovulation symptoms, or even how to increase your chances of conception. If you’re considering home insemination, you might want to explore Make a Mom, an at-home insemination company that offers a unique reusable option. For those…
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Don’t Doubt My Decision to Be a Stay-at-Home Dad
Get Pregnant Fast I am a stay-at-home dad. Honestly, I never thought I’d find myself declaring that. First off, I have a child?! And I’m not working? What am I doing with my days? To give you some background, my partner and I took a quick trip to the Dominican Republic about 13 months ago.…
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I Dislike Sports, But I Can’t Deny Their Positive Impact on My Son
Get Pregnant Fast During a recent phone conversation with my wife, we found ourselves deliberating whether to enroll our 10-year-old son, Ethan, in another soccer season. “I’m really getting worn out from taking him to practice twice a week and having our Saturdays consumed,” Sarah remarked. I sighed in unison, recalling the previous weekend when…
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What to Anticipate When Your Child Fractures a Bone (Because It’s Probably Going to Happen)
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, the moment your child breaks a bone can feel like a rite of passage. My son, Lucas, was the first in our family to experience this, and honestly, I wasn’t shocked. He’s always been a little adventurer, so it was only a matter of time before something wild occurred.…
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Exciting News: Join the Giveaway!
Read more Hey friends! If you’re expecting or planning for a little one, we’ve got some fantastic news to share! Our latest giveaway offers you a chance to win some amazing prizes that can help you on your parenting journey. Giveaway Details: The giveaway kicks off on October 2, 2024, at 10:00 AM ET and…
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Oh, How the Mighty Have Fallen: I Was a Judgmental Friend Until I Became a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast I owe an apology to all those parents who navigated parenthood before me. Before I had children, I was the epitome of the “perfect” parent, looking down my nose at your choices. My husband and I naively thought, “How challenging can it be to whip up dinner while caring for a newborn?…
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Neighbor Steps Up for Young Boy Next Door While His Father is Deployed
Get Pregnant Fast In the journey of parenting, we often realize that we can’t always be everything to our children. Sometimes, the support of a neighbor or friend can make all the difference. This heartwarming story centers around six-year-old Tommy Adams, who found an unexpected ally during his father’s deployment earlier this year. His neighbor,…
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I’m Delaying Pregnancy Until I Shed the Baby Weight
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jessica Lane Updated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: May 1, 2017 My daughter is about to celebrate her second birthday next month. When my son was nearing his second birthday, I was at my peak fitness level. I was working out consistently, sometimes even twice a day, purely because it…