Tag: parenting
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Why Is This Even a Question? Please, Return Your Shopping Carts!
Get Pregnant Fast Life can be full of perplexing decisions. Is it better to hang your toilet paper over or under? Can you wear white after Labor Day? And what do you even call fizzy drinks—soda, pop, or Coke? While these queries might spark endless debates, there’s one topic that seems to incite more passion…
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Don’t Judge My Child with Special Needs: A Mama Bear’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast We stood in front of the mirror, excitement buzzing in the air. An audience of over twenty was present, even though only five little girls were set to perform. One parent had even brought along what appeared to be a professional photographer. But I held no judgment; today was a significant milestone…
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Dear Teenage Son: Navigating the Challenges of Growing Up Together
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Teenage Son, Here we are, at a crossroads. You’re transitioning into adulthood, eager to shed the last remnants of childhood, while I stand by, observing this profound change — perhaps a bit too closely. This journey is tough for me, and I realize it’s likely more challenging for me than it…
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What It’s Like to Be a Perpetual Worrier
Get Pregnant Fast As my partner and I prepare for our long-awaited vacation—our first in two decades—I should be brimming with excitement. However, my mind has other plans. Instead of reveling in the anticipation, my thoughts are consumed by a whirlwind of anxieties, ranging from minor inconveniences to catastrophic outcomes. This is life as a…
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9 Signs You Might Be a 30-Something “Grandma”
Get Pregnant Fast I often hear that I’m an old soul trapped in a 31-year-old’s body. To be honest, this isn’t a new label for me; I’ve been hearing it since I was about 24. What can I say? I prefer the coziness of home, where I’m not at risk of someone stepping on my…
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I’m Fine With My Kids Swearing: Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast To the dismay of my own parents, I embrace a bit of colorful language in my household. After a long, exhausting day, there’s nothing quite as relieving as expressing frustrations with a few well-placed expletives. While I strive to be a good role model, my affinity for swearing is simply part of…
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Alcohol is Destroying My Life: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast I’m definitely a wine-loving mom. As soon as the clock hits five, I pour myself a glass of Merlot. By the time night falls, the bottle is empty, and I’m either tipsy or very close to it. Some evenings, I manage to take it slow, especially if I have a big day…
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Embracing Our ADHD Family: Understanding, Not Exclusion
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, ADHD is a part of our everyday life. My 7-year-old son, 5-year-old daughter, and I navigate the world with this condition, which often means forgetting my oldest’s backpack. There are days when it doesn’t even make it out of the house, and other days it’s left in the car.…