Tag: family values
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Just Say Thank You, Seriously
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Dec. 1, 2017 Many of us grow up learning the significance of good manners, particularly the importance of phrases like “please” and “thank you.” Likewise, we all appreciate hearing gratitude for our efforts, even when those efforts are part of our everyday responsibilities. Yet, it’s astonishing how infrequently people take a…
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Why My Kids Think I’m the Strictest Mom Ever, and Honestly, I Don’t Care
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, it’s not uncommon for our children to feel like they’re facing extreme hardships, no matter how good they have it. One moment, they’re overjoyed with a shiny new toy, and the next, they’re eyeing the latest, more extravagant version that their friend has. Kids have an uncanny ability to…
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How Our Society Shapes Young Boys — And My Commitment to Change It
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve often been told that I tend to overdo things. Yet, when I see something that doesn’t sit right with me, I can’t help but take action. For instance, while nestled under a cozy blanket on my sofa in Wisconsin, I’ll rise without a word and walk across the room in front…
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Chad Lawson Pens Inspiring Letter to His 3-Year-Old Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast Chad Lawson, a beloved actor, recently took the opportunity to express his hopes and dreams for his daughter, Lily, in a poignant letter. Although she is just three years old, Lawson has already contemplated the kind of woman he wishes her to become. Invited to contribute to a special feature in the…
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Why I Allow My Children to Use Profanity at Home: A Hypocrite-Free Approach to Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent and writer, I pride myself on having a diverse vocabulary. I encourage my children to express themselves with a wide range of words; from their toddler years, they’ve been able to articulate that something is “scrumptious” or “delectable” just as easily as saying “It’s yummy.” A robust vocabulary is…
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Parenting Traditions from Across the Globe We Should Embrace Now
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent for over 15 years, I frequently find myself grappling with feelings of uncertainty about my approach. Do I comfort my 12-year-old, who I just grounded, or stick to my guns? Should I indulge my 6-year-old’s bedtime story request, even when it’s way past her bedtime? It’s a daily struggle…
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I’m Not Raising a ‘Sweet’ Little Girl: Embracing Strength Over Sweetness
Get Pregnant Fast As a child growing up in Alabama, I experienced a classic southern upbringing—full of fried foods, football, and sun-soaked summers. My parents instilled in me the values of respect and politeness, teaching phrases like “yes, ma’am” and “no, sir.” Southern hospitality is renowned, but often, it comes with an underlying pressure to…