Tag: family support
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I Never Expected My Father to Be My Rock During My Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast For nearly a week, I carried a heavy secret before finally picking up the phone to call my dad. He had sensed my distance over the past few months, but I had masked it as just the usual stress from work and family life. I could hear the concern in his voice…
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It’s Not Just Politics, It’s Personal: Our Journey with Medicaid
Get Pregnant Fast For months, I’ve carried a heavy burden that I’ve hesitated to share, fearing it might come off as too political. However, it’s not about politics; it’s deeply personal. Today, I’m taking a leap of faith and sharing a part of my life that is intertwined with my journey following a profound loss.…
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Why I Chose to Be a Stay-at-Home Mom Due to Rising Childcare Costs
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I faced a significant career decision: I had the chance to interview for a position I had coveted for over four years, ever since I became a registered nurse. As the mother of two young children—a lively 2-year-old daughter and a 5-month-old son—I initially thought my desire to stay home with…
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Every Parent Deserves Paid Family Leave, Says AAP
Read more Navigating parenthood brings a multitude of challenges, and worrying about job security and finances shouldn’t be among them. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has taken a bold step by advocating for universal paid family and medical leave (PFML) at the federal level. This initiative aims to support not only new parents but…
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I Advocated for Paid Paternity Leave — and Ended Up with More Time Than My Partner
Read more When my partner, Sarah, and I decided to expand our family in 2018, I initially thought I’d be taking unpaid leave as a new dad. However, Sarah had a different perspective: she suggested I advocate for more paternity leave. At first, I accepted the idea that I would get no paid parental leave.…
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Comedian’s Insightful Tips for Parenting Children with Special Needs Goes Viral
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a complex journey for everyone, but raising kids with special needs can introduce unique hurdles that often catch parents off guard. Fortunately, there are individuals willing to share their experiences and wisdom, especially when they bring humor into the mix. Recently, popular parenting blogger Maya Johnson sat down with her…
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I Will Always Inquire About Your Child’s Vaccination Status
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, new mom friend, It’s Sarah here. You know, the mom of Ethan — yes, that Ethan. The little one with the tracheostomy and congenital heart disease (CHD), who your child just invited over to play. I’m really looking forward to our playdate; they’re such a joy, aren’t they? Or maybe…
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When Anxiety Becomes the Bully in Your Child’s Mind
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a relentless tormentor in my child’s life, and it’s not someone we can confront. This insidious bully shadows my son, creating a cloud of dread that hovers over him each day. No matter where he goes or what he tries, this anxiety remains an unwelcome companion. He’s attempted to engage with…
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Following a Heartbreaking Diagnosis, This Family Established a Foundation to Combat Cancer
Get Pregnant Fast In the face of a devastating diagnosis, the Johnson family turned their grief into hope by founding a foundation dedicated to fighting cancer. When their 20-month-old son, Alex, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, parents David and Sarah Johnson found themselves grappling with an unimaginable reality. Instead of succumbing to despair, they decided to…