Tag: parenting
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Why I Choose to Work Part-Time
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to starting a family, one of the first discussions most couples have revolves around finances. My partner and I were no exception. We wanted to know what life would look like with a baby and how to manage our finances accordingly. We got married later in life, and by…
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Why I Wasn’t Completely Honest with My Baby’s Pediatrician
Get Pregnant Fast I’m not usually one to condone dishonesty; after all, honesty is often considered the best policy. But I have to admit, I’ve been bending the truth a bit—especially when it comes to our pediatrician. I know it sounds terrible, and I wrestled with guilt until I realized I wasn’t alone. In talking…
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Katie Longworth: A Writer’s Journey
at home insemination kit Katie Longworth has been sharing her insights on lifestyle, health, relationships, and parenting with Scary Mommy for the past seven years. With a BA in English Literature and a minor in creative writing from Green Mountain College, she also regularly contributes to AARP The Girlfriend Letter and Grown & Flown. Katie…
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The Pump and Dump Show: Moms Tackle Your Parenting Questions
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy can be a wild ride, and navigating parenthood is no different! Here’s a light-hearted take from the hilarious duo behind The Pump and Dump Show, who share their insights on common parenting dilemmas. Q: “When should I accept that the cry-it-out method isn’t working?” If you find yourself curled up in…
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This Heartwarming Twitter Thread Offers Hope for NICU Parents
at home insemination kit Hey friends, let me share something truly uplifting. A Twitter thread is making waves, offering a glimmer of hope for NICU parents navigating tough times. You know, my little one arrived nine weeks early, and her first moments were filled with an eerie silence—waiting anxiously for that first breath. When it…
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How a Couple’s Marriage Endured Their Son’s Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast Jenna and Mark, a military couple with two kids, faced a life-changing moment during Jenna’s pregnancy with their third child. “The doctor called,” Mark said, his voice trembling. “It’s not good news. I’m on my way home.” When they arrived at the clinic, the doctor revealed that there was a 99.9% likelihood…
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The Top 11 Ironies of Motherhood — Moms, Can You Relate?
Get Pregnant Fast Motherhood is an incredible adventure, full of surprises and, let’s be honest, a good dose of irony. You think you’ve got it all figured out, only to find yourself in a twist. For example, just when your little one starts sleeping through the night, it’s because they’ve caught a cold. Or you…
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Why I Chose Not to Expand My Family
Get Pregnant Fast As the mother of two energetic boys, now aged 7 and 11, my decision to stop having more children was made over seven years ago in a state of exhaustion. We were overwhelmed by diapers and the everyday chaos of parenting. Although my husband and I were still young and full of…