Tag: responsibility
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No Way Our Teen Is Getting a New Car for His 16th Birthday
Get Pregnant Fast On my 17th birthday, I stepped out of the DMV, squinting against the late November sun, searching for my mom. She was parked and waiting as I completed the much-anticipated written driver’s test. Having successfully passed my road test—proving I could parallel park like a pro—the written exam was the final hurdle…
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Why I Refuse to Shield My Kids from Their Poor Choices
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, my instinct is to ensure that my children experience comfort and joy throughout their lives. I often find myself wishing I could shield them from every heartbreak and disappointment, wrapping them in a protective layer to spare them from the challenges that life often throws our way. I would…
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Why It’s Essential to Hold Our Kids Accountable
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, my 10-year-old son, Max, returned home with a report card that showcased impressive As and Bs, with the exception of a glaring F in Social Studies. This caught me off guard, especially since he’d been assuring me nightly that he had no homework. While my parental instincts were on high alert,…
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Hey Kids: If a Monkey Can Toss Away a Wrapper, Why Can’t You?
Get Pregnant Fast Dear beloved children, It’s time for a heart-to-heart about something that I believe is crucial. We’ve journeyed through life together for many years, and I’ve dedicated a significant portion of that time to instilling the essential lessons that will help you thrive as productive members of society. While I understand that some…
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Hey Kids, My Uterus Isn’t Your GPS
Get Pregnant Fast Hello, my dear children! Gather ’round for a moment because we need to have a little heart-to-heart. You know those two incredible orbs in your head, commonly referred to as “eyes”? It’s time to put them to good use because, frankly, I think you’ve forgotten how to employ them effectively. These lovely…
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Dear Family, Time to Find Your Own Stuff
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Family, I’ve reached my breaking point. Despite your beliefs, I cannot find everything. Yes, I have a knack for spotting trouble and keeping tabs on your chocolate consumption, but let’s be real—I’m not your personal treasure map. You marvel at my skills, like how I manage to bribe you into completing…
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Sometimes, It’s Your Kid’s Fault
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all encountered that one parent who believes their child is incapable of wrongdoing. In their eyes, nothing is ever their kid’s fault. When problems arise—often quite frequently—there’s always someone else to blame. If their child’s grades are slipping, it’s never due to distractions like doodling or daydreaming; it’s the teacher’s fault…
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Creative Mom Teaches 5-Year-Old Daughter the Value of Money by Charging ‘Rent’
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: [Current Date] Originally Published: Jan. 15, 2018 Have you ever had that moment as a parent when you feel like you’re truly mastering this whole parenting thing? Your children are mostly well-behaved, they haven’t taken scissors to their hair in ages, and they’ve actually eaten a decent portion of the dinner…
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Gun Sellers, Manufacturers, and Their Insurers: It’s Time to Step Up
Get Pregnant Fast I recall the experience of searching for an obstetrician when I was expecting my first child. I was naïve enough to think I could just find a doctor for my reproductive health. However, it turns out I needed someone specifically trained to handle childbirth—a whole different ball game. What sets this apart…