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Gloria Matthews’ ‘Sports Parent 101’ Is Essential Wisdom for All Athletic Guardians
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of youth sports, parents often fall into two distinct categories: those who sit back and cheer quietly, and those who unleash a torrent of over-the-top enthusiasm, treating every game like the final moments of a championship match. Gloria Matthews, an author and self-proclaimed “sports mom,” has some invaluable advice…
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You Will Always Love Your Children, But Liking Them Is Another Story
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jamie Whitmore I can vividly recall the moment I first fell in love with each of my children. Equally unforgettable, however, are the times I found myself falling out of like with them. My unwavering, fierce mama bear love has been a constant since their arrivals. In the early days…
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This Innovative Product Supports Skin-To-Skin Bonding for C-Section Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Every expectant mother dreams of that magical moment when they can cradle their newborn right after birth. However, for those who undergo a cesarean section, this precious skin-to-skin bonding may not always be possible. Fortunately, a creative solution has emerged from the minds of two sisters, Emily and Sarah, who recognized this…
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Kids and Fire: A Cautious Approach to Learning
Get Pregnant Fast When I was around 7 or 8 years old, I often found myself perched at my mother’s desk, captivated by the small lamp that illuminated her workspace. It was a standard desk lamp featuring a bright bulb encased in a metal shade. The moment it was switched on, both the bulb and…
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Parents Delaying Their Child’s First Dental Visit: A Concerning Trend
Get Pregnant Fast Parents might be putting off their child’s first dental visit longer than they should. As a parent who frequently writes about child-rearing, I pride myself on being informed about everything from car seats to nutrition. Yet, one area where I fell short was understanding the right age for a child’s initial dental…
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Why My 3-Year-Old Son Is Still Not Potty Trained
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve navigated the toddler years, you know that potty training can be both daunting and essential. While some parents share tales of smooth transitions, others, like myself, find the topic quite tiresome. My father recently reminded me that changing a diaper in fourth grade won’t be charming. However, perhaps it’s time…
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What I Discovered After an Exhausting Transatlantic Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Traveling with young children can be a daunting task, a reality I faced recently when I journeyed across the Atlantic with my two little ones, aged 4 and 15 months. Only a week later am I beginning to regain my composure. I thought I was prepared; after all, I’ve traveled with infants…
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Bilingual Babies: The Cognitive Benefits of Learning Two Languages Early On
Get Pregnant Fast Raising a bilingual child can offer significant advantages, and recent research has shown that babies are remarkably adept at navigating multiple languages. Contrary to the common belief that learning more than one language may cause confusion, studies indicate that bilingual infants as young as 20 months demonstrate cognitive skills that can benefit…