Tag: family life
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How I Became a ‘Parenting Expert’ Before Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast It’s often said that those who can raise the ideal child are typically those who haven’t yet had the experience of parenting. You can spot these individuals easily—they’re the ones free from the telltale signs of parenting chaos, like smeared snacks on their pants or the remnants of a toddler’s latest artistic…
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I’m a Self-Declared ‘Neat Freak,’ but Here’s Why I Decided to Change My Ways
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve always considered myself a bit of a neat freak. From a young age, I found comfort in the organization and cleanliness of my surroundings. Don’t get me wrong—I’m not obsessively strict about it. If you forget to use a coaster or happen to spill some crumbs at my place, I won’t…
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Mom’s Time-Lapse Video of Her Entire Day is Incredibly Relatable
Get Pregnant Fast When you’re a work-at-home mom, it often feels like you’ve already lived an entire day before 9 AM. Between getting myself and my kids ready, managing a high-energy puppy, responding to emails, preparing lunches, and juggling countless household tasks, exhaustion hits almost instantly. And the day is only just beginning. That’s why…
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Cheers and High Fives to All the “Just Okay” Moms Out There
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, mama! I see you spritzing those toddler jeans for the third time this week and scooping crumbs off the kitchen table, hoping your pup will swoop in and clean up before anyone else sees the mess—trust me, I get it. You can’t hide that from me because I’m right there…
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Lake Bell: “I Feel Most Powerless When Parenting”
Get Pregnant Fast In the whirlwind of her multifaceted career as a writer, actress, and director, Lake Bell finds one aspect of her life to be particularly challenging: parenting her two young children, Max and Lily. During a candid conversation with her friend, renowned comedian Jamie Lee, Bell opened up about the surprising authority that…
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It’s Rage-Cleaning Season: Let’s Get Started!
Get Pregnant Fast As the seasons change, many parents find themselves in the midst of a cleaning frenzy, ready to tackle the clutter that has built up over the months. There’s something exhilarating about clearing out the old, organizing the space, and letting in some fresh air. The satisfaction of seeing those piles of unwanted…
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The Secret to Happiness? Embracing a Laid-Back Parenting Approach
Get Pregnant Fast “Jamie, what are you volunteering for?” A fellow parent at preschool handed me a clipboard as I hung up my daughter’s backpack. Over time, I’ve mastered the art of slipping in and out of school without making eye contact to avoid these moments, but today, I felt cornered. After a deep breath,…
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This Mom’s Triumph on the First Day of School Resonates with All Parents
Get Pregnant Fast As the back-to-school season kicks off, many parents find themselves celebrating a newfound freedom. While some regions are still basking in summer, others are already waving goodbye to the chaos of summer break. One particularly relatable mom, Lisa Thompson, recently shared a photo on social media that perfectly encapsulates the collective sigh…