Tag: parenting
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We Are Letting Down Our Children in Mental Health Education
Get Pregnant Fast In the wake of recent school shootings, the phrase “It’s a mental health issue!” echoes through our society, yet the proposed solutions often fall short, like arming teachers—a superficial fix for a deep-seated problem. If we genuinely care about mental health, it’s time to take meaningful action, starting with educating our children.…
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You Can Add Retirement to the List of Things Kids Ruin
Get Pregnant Fast As you gaze upon a sprawling sea of Lego creations, a familiar sound drifts through the air. Is that… your bank account? Yes, it is, and it’s weeping for mercy. The tears flow more freely when you catch sight of overflowing toy bins, stuffed with everything from American Girl outfits to elaborate…
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Momcozy V1 and V2 Wearable Pump Reviews – Affordable Hands-Free Options for Moms
Read more Finding a good hands-free breast pump can be a challenge, but Momcozy’s V1 and V2 models might just be what you need. These pumps combine affordability with functionality, making them a top choice among busy moms. Back in 2018, when wearable breast pumps first hit the market, I was excited about the idea…
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Tandem Nursing & Breastfeeding While Pregnant: A Friendly Guide
Read more So, you’ve just gotten the hang of being a mom, and now you find out you’re expecting again! If you’re wondering whether you need to wean your little one due to this exciting news, don’t fret. Both breastfeeding during pregnancy and tandem nursing—where you nurse both your new baby and your toddler—are completely…
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“Summer Break” Is the Ultimate Oxymoron
Get Pregnant Fast Attention, parents: As May progresses, we find ourselves deep in the whirlwind of end-of-school-year chaos. From field trips to school projects and endless recitals, our kids are bouncing off the walls with what can only be described as a severe case of spring fever (if that’s not a recognized condition, it certainly…
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Embracing Progress: Why Labels Don’t Bother Me
Get Pregnant Fast Meet my 12-year-old daughter, Mia. At just 16 months old, she began early intervention therapy due to what experts termed low frustration tolerance and limited communication skills. Her eye contact was lacking, and her play development was lagging behind her peers. Initially, they labeled her as “Potentially on the Spectrum,” although there…
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9 Surprising Realities of Blended Family Life
Get Pregnant Fast When transitioning into blended family life, many of us find ourselves thinking, “What’s going on?! I never expected it to be like this!” We all enter this new chapter with certain hopes and expectations, influenced by our backgrounds, culture, and perhaps a desire to avoid past mistakes. However, the truth is, the…
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This Comic Captures the Everyday Challenges of Being Human
Get Pregnant Fast Category: Parenting By: Emily Carter | Date: August 15, 2023 You’ll find yourself nodding along with every illustration in Prudence Geerts’ witty comic strip. In a world where it’s often easier to spotlight our differences, Geerts reminds us that, as humans — particularly as women — we share far more common ground…
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Admitting the Truth: I’m a More Engaged Mom When My Phone Is Off
Get Pregnant Fast This week, while scrolling through social media, a new parenting study caught my attention. Titled “Don’t Text While Parenting—It Will Make You Cranky,” I felt compelled to dive in. As I read through the findings, my daughter, Lily, emerged from her playroom, tugging at my sleeve. “Tug-tug-tug.” “What is it, sweetheart?” I…