Tag: family time
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Another School District Says ‘No’ to Homework
Get Pregnant Fast In a significant move, a school district in Florida has decided to eliminate homework entirely in its elementary schools. This decision, made by Superintendent Lisa Carter, aligns with a growing trend among educational institutions that question the effectiveness of homework. As summer rolls on, parents are finding reprieve in this development, which…
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I’m Not Here to Chat – I Just Want to Get Home to My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Here’s the reality: I’m a working mom, and I miss out on precious time with my kids throughout the day. A lot of it. I wake up before dawn to get to the office early, allowing me to leave at a somewhat reasonable hour and savor the few hours I have with…
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I Know I’m Missing Out, But I Still Can’t Bring Myself to Wear a Swimsuit
Get Pregnant Fast I adore swimming, yet it’s been ages since I last took a dip. The last occasion was during a girls’ getaway with my best friend, a woman who’s been there for me through everything — even the birth of my children. If anyone should be unfazed by a little cellulite, it’s her.…
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The Realities of Being a Stay-at-Home Mom
Get Pregnant Fast When I unexpectedly lost my job in publishing back in 2010, I was ready for a fresh start. The exhausting daily commute from Long Island to Manhattan—often with a stranger’s elbow digging into my side—stole precious moments from my family. I planned to find something closer to home, but fate intervened, and…
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Dad Discovers Ingenious Way to Keep Kids Engaged During Football Season
Get Pregnant Fast Finally, some uninterrupted game time! Children can be quite the handful. As any parent knows, finding moments of solitude can be a real challenge. A clever dad from the UK has devised a fantastic strategy to keep his kids occupied while he enjoys watching football in peace, and it’s taking social media…
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My Husband’s Choice: Corporate America or Family?
Get Pregnant Fast My husband has decided to leave his job, a decision reached collaboratively with his employer just this week. He has held a prominent position in the financial sector for the past five years. While this transition might seem sudden, a deeper reflection reveals that it makes perfect sense. Several organizational changes within…
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Understanding the Needs of Our Children: When It’s Okay to Give In
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, the pressures of work and daily responsibilities can leave little room for quality family time. After a lengthy stretch of weekends filled with clinic duties, I was excited to finally have a chance to connect with my little one. However, my plans were quickly derailed when I returned home…
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I Always Make Time to Lie Down With My Kids When They Ask (Even When It’s the Last Thing I Want to Do)
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom, can you lay down with me?” As I glanced at the clock, frustration bubbled up—9:30 p.m. and the last thing I felt like doing was lying down. I was exhausted. All I wanted was to finish that show I started with my partner, whom I hadn’t seen much of lately. My…
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The ‘No Homework’ Movement Deserves Widespread Adoption
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve spent countless evenings alongside my children, navigating the frustrations of homework, especially during my eldest son’s fourth-grade year. I vividly recall the agonizing sight of him arriving home each day at 3:30 PM, staring blankly at the wall while munching on snacks for what felt like an eternity.…
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Family and Friends, Please Stop Overloading My Kids with Gifts
Get Pregnant Fast Every time the dust settles after a holiday or one of my children’s birthdays, I find myself grappling with a post-celebration hangover. Alongside this, I feel a strong inclination to grab a trash bag and purge the excess toys and gifts that have taken over our home. This ongoing cycle leaves me…