Tag: parenting
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How to Encourage Anti-Racist Attitudes and Discuss Race with Your Children
Read more It’s never too soon to start nurturing an anti-racist mindset in your children. Here are some essential strategies for parents, especially those who identify as white, to demonstrate anti-racist behaviors to their young ones. In the wake of incidents like the tragic death of Jordan Harris due to police actions, and the alarming…
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I Painted My Son’s Nails, and the Reactions Were Eye-Opening
Get Pregnant Fast Yesterday, while I was refreshing my nail polish, my adventurous 3-year-old son approached me, captivated by the vibrant color I was using. He eagerly requested that I paint his nails too. Without a second thought, I agreed. For me, nail polish is simply a fun addition to self-expression, and the desire to…
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This Mom Left Her Kids at Carpool to Impart a Crucial Lesson
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often find ourselves waiting in the car while our children finish up their activities. It can be incredibly frustrating, especially when it feels like they are taking their sweet time. One mother, Sarah Lawson, decided she had reached her breaking point after a particularly long wait at carpool. Sarah,…
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I’m Done Fighting the Food Battle!
Get Pregnant Fast My son decided he was done with cereal for breakfast when he turned 2 1/2, and from that point on, his culinary preferences became quite unconventional. These days, his go-to request is fruit snacks. Initially, I would push back and insist on healthier alternatives, like real fruit. However, he was relentless in…
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Kids Should Not Be Punished for Simply Being Human
Get Pregnant Fast As part of my daily routine after dropping the kids off at school, I often find myself closing my son’s bedroom door, only to be met with a wave of frustration. Clothes are scattered across the floor, and papers are piled chaotically on his desk. Each time I shut the door, I…
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Domino’s Unveils Baby Registry: Finally, A Smart Move for Parents!
Get Pregnant Fast In a clever move that parents everywhere will appreciate, Domino’s Pizza has launched an innovative baby registry designed to cater to the needs of expectant parents. Amidst all the preparations for a new arrival, who wouldn’t benefit from the gift of pizza? “While new parents are busy with their little bundles of…
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Trim Down Your Child’s Toy Collection for a Happier Home
Get Pregnant Fast At times, I find myself fantasizing about living in a minimalist space, whether it’s a cozy tiny house, an RV, or even a quaint cabin reminiscent of the 1800s. The reason? I’m overwhelmed by the sheer volume of my kids’ toys that seem to multiply daily. Currently, I have several boxes filled…
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8 Ways the End of the School Year Turns My Life Upside Down
Get Pregnant Fast As the school year winds down, the excitement of summer looms, but for parents, it often feels more like a chaotic whirlwind than a joyful countdown. From the last-minute projects to the emotional goodbyes, here are eight ways the end of the school year can feel like a rollercoaster ride—and not the…
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Why Doctors Recommend Annual Depression Screening for Teens
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, the conversation surrounding adolescent mental health has intensified, leading to crucial developments in how we approach teenage depression. As someone who navigated the turbulent waters of adolescence, I can personally attest to the challenges many young people face when dealing with mental health issues. A former neighbor once quipped…
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5 Reasons Co-Sleeping Wasn’t Right for Us
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve always found it amusing that they call it “co-sleeping” when it seems like my kids are the only ones actually getting any shut-eye. I enjoyed the experience of co-sleeping with both of my little ones—at least for a while. It was particularly convenient during breastfeeding; I could simply roll over and…