Tag: family dynamics
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Navigating Challenging In-Law Relationships for Your Child’s Well-Being
Get Pregnant Fast When you marry, you don’t just gain a partner; you also inherit their family. This can be a joyous occasion, but it can also lead to tension, especially if your relationship with your in-laws is rocky. However, having children often provides a strong motive to improve these dynamics for the sake of…
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Dad Shares His Experience of Being Perceived as the Lesser Parent
Get Pregnant Fast I’m not a babysitter, a buddy, or just the muscle around here. I’m a dad, and I can change a diaper just as well as my partner—I choose to do it. Unfortunately, at many places I visit, I often find that men’s restrooms lack changing tables. Even when I can find one,…
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7 Parenting Habits That Might Be Harming Your Kids
at home insemination kit Let’s be real for a second: none of us have this parenting gig down to a science. Those who claim they do might just have figured out what works for their kiddos, but every parent-child relationship is its own unique journey. We all carry over some parenting methods from our own…
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How New Moms Actually Spend Their Days at Home
Get Pregnant Fast As a father of a 9-month-old and the partner of a woman navigating the challenges of maternity leave, I’ve gained some insight into what a typical day looks like for new mothers. The realities can be more complex than many realize, and it’s important to understand the various aspects of their daily…
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Navigating My Son’s ‘Terrible Twos’
Get Pregnant Fast When parents talk about the ‘Terrible Twos’, you can almost see the dread and confusion on their faces. I have to admit, my experience with my son as he turned two was surprisingly different from what I had heard. I wanted to approach this phase with an open mind. Just think about…
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9 Surprising Facts About Being a Gay Dad
Get Pregnant Fast Being a gay parent comes with its own unique set of experiences and challenges. Here are some insights that may not be on your radar: Children’s Books Don’t Always Reflect Reality While reading bedtime stories is a cherished tradition, many children’s books still center around traditional family structures, often featuring one mother…
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Author Jamie Larkins Discusses How to Accept Your Parenting Errors
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the journey of parenthood can often feel overwhelming, as modern moms and dads grapple with the complexities of raising children in today’s world. Jamie Larkins, author of “Wishful Thinking,” shares her insights on how to embrace parenting mistakes instead of letting them weigh you down. In her novel, Larkins depicts a…
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Tips for Discussing Surrogacy with Children
Get Pregnant Fast Every family has a unique story, and for those created through surrogacy, sharing that story with children can be a delicate task. However, it doesn’t have to be daunting. According to Dr. Amanda Rivers, a child psychologist and expert in family dynamics, starting the conversation early lays a solid foundation for understanding.…