Tag: parenting decisions
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Why I Won’t Allow My Child to Play Tackle Football: The Science Behind My Decision
Get Pregnant Fast It was a chaotic morning when the call came in. The school nurse was on the line, urgently requesting my presence at the school. “Your son has sustained a head injury,” she informed me. At just 8 years old, my son had collided with another child during gym class, and the impact…
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Circumcision: Understanding the Procedure, Benefits, and Risks
Read more When you find out you’re expecting a boy, the topic of circumcision may cross your mind. Making the choice to circumcise your child is a significant decision that often involves cultural, religious, and personal considerations. What is Circumcision? Circumcision is a surgical procedure in which the foreskin, or the tissue covering the head…
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You Don’t Have the Right to Call Someone’s Choice ‘The Easy Way Out’ (Because You Don’t Know Their Journey)
Get Pregnant Fast Discussing weight and body image is a topic I find myself deeply engaged with. To be candid, I wish I could change my current situation, and I hold onto the hope that one day I will. However, for now, I embrace my reality as a confident woman living in a larger body.…
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Kindergarten Regrets: Reflecting on the Decision to Start Early
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, the decision of when to send your child to kindergarten can be daunting. For me, the experience began when my son, Ethan, was just 4 years old and attended his kindergarten orientation in May. I vividly remember how shy and reserved he was during the event; he hardly spoke…
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The Pros and Cons of Postponing Kindergarten
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the decision of whether to delay your child’s entry into kindergarten can be a daunting task, especially if your little one was born just before the cutoff date. As a parent, you’re faced with the choice of sending your child to kindergarten as one of the youngest or holding them back…
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Is My Child Ready for That Show? Understanding Parental Guidance
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world of endless entertainment options, parents often face the challenge of determining which shows and movies are suitable for their children. Making these content choices can be quite complex. My partner and I have consistently leaned towards caution regarding what our children watch. This may stem from our first child…
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Please Honor My Wish for No Visitors After My Baby’s Delivery
Get Pregnant Fast After the birth of my first child, I was met with a barrage of unsolicited comments from relatives, ranging from lighthearted jokes about my attire to unwelcome advice on diaper changes. While their intentions were not malicious, I found myself regretting my earlier decision to allow visitors during this deeply personal time,…