Tag: parenting struggles
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How Allowing Myself to Break Down Helped Me Move Forward
Get Pregnant Fast “I just want to take a shower,” the voice in my head screams. “I simply want to enjoy a moment of solitude to shower, use the bathroom alone, and fold laundry without someone clinging to me.” Wait. No. I definitely do NOT want to fold laundry. When did my life become so…
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When Motherhood Overwhelms You (And You Feel Like Throwing in the Towel)
Get Pregnant Fast You’ve probably heard stories about women who, feeling overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood, choose to disappear and start anew. It’s easy to label them as selfish or cowardly. How could a mother leave her children behind? But let me tell you, I understand that impulse all too well. Just yesterday, I…
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My Toddler Isn’t Walking Yet, and It’s a Challenge for Us
Get Pregnant Fast As I held my daughter Mia’s tiny hands, she wobbled carefully around the playground, displaying a newfound confidence that brought a smile to my face. Despite her determination, Mia still grapples with balance, muscle strength, endurance, and coordination. At nearly 2 ½ years old, the ability to walk independently remains just out…
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Hilarious Video Exposes Overconfident Parents for What They Really Are
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve got a “perfect child” and love to dish out parenting advice, you might want to take a seat. For many parents, their firstborn is often seen as a golden child—calm, polite, and well-behaved, standing out amid the chaos of the playground. This leads many to believe they’ve cracked the parenting…
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News Flash: You Can Be an Amazing Parent with a Cluttered Home
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Lifestyle You Can Be an Amazing Parent with a Cluttered Home by Jamie Parker Dec. 18, 2023 Last night, after an exhausting debate with my son and daughter about their homework while also entertaining our preschooler so my partner could finish dinner, we finally cleared the table of toys, school books,…
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Potty Training Challenges: Why It’s Not Always a Walk in the Park
Get Pregnant Fast Our youngest child, Mia, is 3 and a half. My partner works at our kids’ school, which means she has the summer off. During the school year, Mia is in daycare. However, this summer presented us with a crucial opportunity to tackle potty training before preschool. Let me tell you, she’s putting…
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Please Watch ‘Young Sheldon’ For My Son’s Sake
Get Pregnant Fast September 23, 2017 I never really engaged with The Big Bang Theory, so when I learned about a spin-off, I didn’t pay much attention initially—until I grasped the concept. For those who may not be familiar, The Big Bang Theory showcases the lives of best friends and roommates Sheldon Cooper and Leonard…
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David Beckham: A Glimpse Into the Parental LEGO Challenge
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of celebrity, David Beckham stands out not just for his wealth, stunning looks, and legendary football career, but also as a dedicated dad. Like many parents, Beckham finds himself immersed in the chaotic joy of assembling intricate LEGO creations, an experience that can leave even the most composed individuals…
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Pink Shares a #MomBreak Moment While Pumping in Her Dressing Room
Get Pregnant Fast In the ever-demanding world of working motherhood, Pink recently opened up about the challenges many moms face. Anyone who has navigated the dual roles of career and breastfeeding understands that the flow of milk doesn’t pause for a 9-to-5 schedule. The reality of squeezing in a pumping session while tackling work tasks…