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  • Navigating Your Child’s Exclusion from Social Events

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    Get Pregnant Fast As my son, Ethan, burst through the front door, his tear-streaked face told me everything I needed to know. “Mom, it’s not fair! Why wasn’t I invited?” he exclaimed, his small shoulders trembling with emotion. At just 7 years old, he was grappling with the heavy weight of exclusion after discovering he…

  • I Long for the Days When Playdates Weren’t a Necessity

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    Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 17, 2019 Originally Published: November 19, 2017 Growing up in the early ’80s, my childhood was filled with carefree afternoons spent outdoors with neighborhood friends. Sure, there were a few kids from my mom’s circle of teacher friends, and we would enjoy sunny summer days in our backyard, but most…

  • I Realized My Daughter Was Turning into a ‘Mean Girl,’ and This Is What I Did

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    Get Pregnant Fast I will always remember the day my daughter, Emily, expressed her frustration about a classmate named Sarah. “She’s so annoying!” Emily exclaimed. Naturally, my protective instincts kicked in. “What’s she doing that bothers you?” I asked. “She keeps following me on the playground and sitting next to me at lunch!” Emily replied,…

  • The Importance of Cousin Connections for Kids

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    Get Pregnant Fast In today’s mobile society, it’s common for families to live far apart. My siblings and I found ourselves scattered across three different states, but two years ago, we made a commitment: our children would know each other, regardless of the distance. At a recent family gathering, we resolved to prioritize regular visits,…

  • School Policy Promotes Inclusion Over ‘Best Friends’

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    Get Pregnant Fast A recent discussion has emerged online regarding an elementary school policy that appears to discourage students from having a “best friend.” This policy has sparked intense debate, as one might expect. While the headline may seem alarming, the actual intent is rooted in fostering inclusivity to ensure that no child feels isolated…