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#StudentParentSuccess – Know Your Rights As A Pregnant Or Parenting Student
When I discovered I was pregnant during my spring semester and that my due date would fall in the tail end of my fall semester, I didn’t know what to do. Do I sit out a semester and just take…
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Dads Can’t Breastfeed!
I know a lot of guys that cringe at even the sound of that. They just don't know how to help, don't know anything about it, or just plain and simple don't want anything to do with it. They picture…
Then vs. Now
Today I walked in my moms office to talk to her about some stuff. As soon as I opened the door I was hit with heavy air and cigarette smoke. Now this is not to speak badly about my mom…
Trapped?
This one is a touchy subject for me. It took me a while to even share it within a small, trusted group, and it's taken me quite some time to come to terms with it. Sometimes you can feel trapped…
Let me parent!
One of the obstacles I am trying to overcome while parenting is learning how to accept advice and learning how to speak up when it comes to disciplining my child. It is easy for me to get defensive and assume…
10 Steps Forward 5 Back
I recently went to the RMV to take my permit test. After waiting 3 hours I was told that I could not take the test because I had my son with me, who they do not allow in the testing…
My Breastfeeding Journey
From the moment I found I was pregnant, I knew I was going to breastfeed. Formula is fine and all, but I wanted the absolute best for my baby. When it was time to start preparing for his arrival, people…
The Struggle of Coparenting
You're not in a relationship. ...and it's still complicated. I can hear the collective sigh of frustration. I know. I get it. Coparenting is tough. But it's also so very important for your kids! The other day, I found myself clicking…