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<title>From Playgrounds to PSLE: Ten Years of Parenting Without Tiger Mom Techniques, Burnout, or Guilt</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I began writing this blog ten years ago while holding baby Kate on my lap at my kitchen table. It was only intended to be a place to discuss the confusion, wonder, and difficult lessons of parenting; nothing grand. I felt like I was talking into thin air back then. I am blinking back a mixture of shock and intense, bone-deep pride as Kate takes her PSLE today. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:57:16 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>How to Boost Your Happiness as a Mother (Even on the Hard Days)</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Let’s be honest: “Just stay positive” is the worst advice anyone could give a weary mother. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:57:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>Working From Home With a Toddler: Doable Routines That Actually Work</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/working-from-home-with-a-toddler-doable-routines-that-actually-work</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ You’re Not Alone and You’re Definitely Not Doing It Wrong
Working from home sounds idyllic until you’re typing an email with one hand while bouncing a teething toddler on the other, praying the Wi-Fi doesn’t drop and the snacks don’t run out. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:58:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>The First Six Weeks After Giving Birth: Things No One Tells You</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Following the congrats stop, the freezer meals run out, and the visitors dwindle down, there is this quiet time following birth that feels like a secret chapter no one told you about. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:05:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>Baby Boomers and Hepatitis C: Why This Generation Can’t Afford to Ignore It</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hepatitis C doesn’t announce itself. It doesn’t knock loudly or demand attention. It settles in quietly, sometimes for decades, doing its damage in the background while life carries on as usual. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:10:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>Is It Better for Kids to Go Barefoot? What Science and Real Life Actually Tell Us</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ You’ve seen it: a kid streaking across the lawn like a small, feral joy machine. Shoes discarded. Soles blackened. Entirely unbothered. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:52:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>The First Six Weeks After Giving Birth: What No One Really Tells You</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-first-six-weeks-after-giving-birth-what-no-one-really-tells-you</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ After the congratulations taper off, the freezer meals disappear, and the steady stream of visitors dries up, something quieter arrives. A stretch of time that doesn’t show up in baby books or birth announcements. A chapter that feels almost secret. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 16:07:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>My Mind Was On The Baby Blues Might Be Helping Me With Postpartum Anxiety?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Initially, I believed I was only experiencing fatigue.
Newborn tired. Bone-deep tired. The kind of fatigued individual that everyone advises you about, yet fails to equip you with enough time. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:39:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>What the World Can Teach Us About Celebrating and Supporting New Mothers</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In much of the Western world, becoming a new mother can feel like receiving a polite nod, a baby in your arms, and a quiet expectation to “bounce back.” Social media smiles, minimal rest, and the unspoken pressure to juggle everything alone often define the postpartum experience. But across the globe, new mothers are treated very differently with ceremony, nourishment, rest, and a surrounding village of care. And honestly? There’s a lot we could learn. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:30:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>Why We’re Done Pretending: The Problem With “Perfect” Mom Influencers  She’s back.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/why-were-done-pretending-the-problem-with-perfect-mom-influencers-shes-back</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The influencer mom, glowing softly in her sunlit kitchen. Not a single dirty dish dares to exist. Her children wear matching linen like a lifestyle choice, not a miracle. A loaf of sourdough cools on the counter as if it rose itself. Her houseplants thrive. Her post–C-section stomach is somehow flat. Her child smiles calmly, never screams. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:37:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>What Parental Leave Policies Actually Need to Give Mothers (And Why Time Alone Isn’t Enough)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/what-parental-leave-policies-actually-need-to-give-mothers-and-why-time-alone-isnt-enough</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/what-parental-leave-policies-actually-need-to-give-mothers-and-why-time-alone-isnt-enough</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ She’s tired in her bones, tired in her nervous system, tired in the quiet hours when the house finally sleeps but her mind doesn’t. She’s healing from birth, learning a brand-new human, and recalibrating her identity all while being subtly expected to “bounce back,” stay grateful, and keep productivity humming in the background. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 16:12:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>What Modern Parents Should Know About Newborn Jaundice (And Why It is Not Always a Bad Thing)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/what-modern-parents-should-know-about-newborn-jaundice-and-why-it-is-not-always-a-bad-thing-365</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ If you just gave birth or are planning to do so, you have undoubtedly heard the term &quot;jaundice&quot; used in medical settings or in forums for new parents. Although the slight yellow tint that tinges a newborn&#039;s skin can seem unsettling at first, minor jaundice is really rather frequent and, for the most part, quite acceptable. Nevertheless, it is important to know what is going on within that little body, what to look out for, and what the new pediatric recommendations mean for you and your child. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 15:10:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>A Gentle, Honest Guide to Newborn Feeding for New Parents Caring for Your Baby, One Feeding at a Time</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/a-gentle-honest-guide-to-newborn-feeding-for-new-parents-caring-for-your-baby-one-feeding-at-a-time</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Your newborn is miraculous, yes but also loud, hungry, and deeply uninterested in schedules. Feeding a baby can feel overwhelming at first, especially when sleep is scarce and every decision feels high-stakes. The truth? You don’t need to get everything perfect. You just need to learn how to listen to your baby, and to yourself. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:32:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>The Baby’s Essential Hospital Bag Checklist (What You Actually Need and What You Don’t)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-babys-essential-hospital-bag-checklist-what-you-actually-need-and-what-you-dont</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ When I was packing my hospital bag the first time, I went all in. I handed Skylar a long, ambitious list half nursery, half survival kit convinced that if I didn’t bring everything, something would surely go wrong. That post ended up being one of my most popular, probably because so many parents recognized themselves in the panic-packing spiral. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:16:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>How Do Mothers Really “Do It All”? Spoiler: We Don’t.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-do-mothers-really-do-it-all-spoiler-we-dont</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Motherhood is not a single role it’s an entire ecosystem. We set the schedules, pack the snacks, manage crises with the precision of an air traffic controller, and somehow maintain a semblance of calm in the chaos. For working mothers, this balancing act can feel less like parenting and more like walking a high wire over a pit filled with Legos, spreadsheets, and lukewarm coffee. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:01:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>There are five smart baby registry necessities for a networked nursery.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/there-are-five-smart-baby-registry-necessities-for-a-networked-nursery-360</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The fundamental focus of parenthood in modern society is preserving relationships. We have more resources than ever before to make the process smoother, from keeping an eye on our kids to utilizing smart technology to simplify our lives. During the process of creating a baby registry, these five ingenious ideas might help you create a connected nursery for convenience and comfort. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:38:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>Could Bringing on Labor at 39 Weeks Reduce the Chance of a C&amp;Section?</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/could-bringing-on-labor-at-39-weeks-reduce-the-chance-of-a-c-section</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ For many years, there was some concern about inducing labor because it was thought to be an intervention that would make childbirth more medical than natural. However, the ARRIVE experiment, a ground-breaking study, has sparked the discussion. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:36:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>New Peanut Allergy Guidelines: How to Safely Introduce Peanut Products to Babies</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/new-peanut-allergy-guidelines-how-to-safely-introduce-peanut-products-to-babies</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Peanut allergy is a serious concern affecting 1–2% of children and often lasting a lifetime. Unlike many food allergies that children may outgrow, peanut allergy can be persistent and, in rare cases, life-threatening. So, when groundbreaking research in 2015 revealed that introducing peanut products early could reduce the risk of developing a peanut allergy, it was a game-changer for parents and pediatricians alike. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:10:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>To the Point: What Parents Really Need to Know About Netflix’s To the Bone</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/to-the-point-what-parents-really-need-to-know-about-netflixs-to-the-bone</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Netflix’s film To the Bone sparked conversation long before it ever reached viewers’ screens. Parents, educators, therapists everyone wanted to know the same thing: Is this film safe for teens? Should kids watch a movie centered around anorexia nervosa? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:31:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>7 Gentle, Practical Tips to Help Your Child Start School for the Very First Time</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/7-gentle-practical-tips-to-help-your-child-start-school-for-the-very-first-time</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Starting school whether it’s preschool, kindergarten, or anything in between feels like opening a brand-new chapter for your child and for you. It’s exciting, nerve-tingling, and honestly a little bittersweet. One moment they’re tiny humans clinging to your leg, and the next they’re wearing backpacks that look slightly too big for their small shoulders. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:11:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>The Most Powerful Thing You Can Do to Protect Your Child From Bullying</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-most-powerful-thing-you-can-do-to-protect-your-child-from-bullying</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ If you want to protect your child from bullying or better yet, prevent it before it even begins there’s one surprisingly simple tool that outshines every app, program, and school policy: talking to your child. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:47:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Four Easy (But Frequently Ignored) Ways to Prevent Errors with Liquid Drugs</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/four-easy-but-frequently-ignored-ways-to-prevent-errors-with-liquid-drugs</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ It seems easy enough to give your child liquid medication just pour, measure, and administer. Right? Unfortunately, not quite. According to a recent study in Pediatrics, 84% of parents mismeasure liquid medication at least once, and almost a third give twice the recommended dosage. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:09:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>10 Things Every Parent Should Know About Swimming Lessons That Save Lives</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/10-things-every-parent-should-know-about-swimming-lessons-that-save-lives-343</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The most crucial thing to keep in mind with swimming lessons is that all children require them.
Drowning is still the most common cause of unintentional death for children ages 1 to 4 in the United States, where it claims over 4,500 lives annually. The catastrophe? A large number of these deaths are avoidable. No, your child does not need to master Olympic-style flip turns or the butterfly stroke, but it can save lives if they know how to tread water, float, and get to safety. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:54:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>Five Revolutionary Lessons That Made Having a Baby Easier the Second Time</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/five-revolutionary-lessons-that-made-having-a-baby-easier-the-second-time-342</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Nothing truly prepares you for your first baby, regardless of how many books you read, how many baby podcasts you binge-listen to, or how many registry checklists you painstakingly cross off. There is anarchy. Sacred turmoil that is beautiful. And like deer in headlights, the majority of us stutter into motherhood, exhausted, too emotional, and uncertain of whether we are doing any of it &quot;right.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 16:40:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>A Handbook for New Parents on Newborn Feeding</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/a-handbook-for-new-parents-on-newborn-feeding-339</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Although your infant is a priceless gift, taking care of them, particularly when it comes to feeding, may be rather demanding. Knowing what they require is essential since they have restless nights and are always learning. Here are some things you should know about feeding your infant. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 17:01:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>Flu Shots During Pregnancy  What Every Mom&amp;to&amp;Be Should Know</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/flu-shots-during-pregnancy-what-every-mom-to-be-should-know</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ If you’re pregnant, chances are you’ve already heard a thousand opinions about what’s safe and what’s not especially when it comes to vaccines. And honestly, it can feel overwhelming. Every few months, there seems to be a new headline, a new study, or a new rumor that makes you question what’s actually best for your baby. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:21:21 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>10 Signs Your Child’s Stomachache Might Be Something Serious</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/10-signs-your-childs-stomachache-might-be-something-serious</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/10-signs-your-childs-stomachache-might-be-something-serious</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Every parent knows the look of a small hand clutching the tummy, a soft “my stomach hurts,” and the question that always follows: is it something serious? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 17:56:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>The Crucial Brain Foods Every Child Needs for a Strong Start</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-crucial-brain-foods-every-child-needs-for-a-strong-start</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-crucial-brain-foods-every-child-needs-for-a-strong-start</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ There’s something almost miraculous about the first few years of a child’s life. From the moment they begin to grow inside the womb, their brain starts building connections at an unbelievable speed millions every second. These early days quietly decide so much about who that child will become. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 18:57:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>4 Real&amp;World Tips for Raising Well&amp;Behaved Kids (That Actually Work)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/4-real-world-tips-for-raising-well-behaved-kids-that-actually-work</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/4-real-world-tips-for-raising-well-behaved-kids-that-actually-work</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Every parent dreams of raising a child who’s kind, respectful, and considerate to the one who says “please” and “thank you,” listens the first time, and doesn’t turn the living room into a wrestling ring. But anyone who’s ever been in the parenting trenches knows: good behavior doesn’t happen by accident. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2025 19:17:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Why We Shouldn’t Demonize Formula Feeding</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/why-we-shouldnt-demonize-formula-feeding</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/why-we-shouldnt-demonize-formula-feeding</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “Breast is best.” We’ve all heard it and as pediatricians, we say it often, because it’s true. Breast milk is a biological marvel, custom-made for human babies. Research consistently shows that breastfeeding supports immunity, development, and long-term health. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:11:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Why Giving Antacids and Antibiotics to Babies Might Increase Allergy Risk and What Parents Should Know</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/why-giving-antacids-and-antibiotics-to-babies-might-increase-allergy-risk-and-what-parents-should-know</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/why-giving-antacids-and-antibiotics-to-babies-might-increase-allergy-risk-and-what-parents-should-know</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Allergies, especially food allergies, are rising faster than ever, leaving many parents asking: why? While science hasn’t yet pinpointed one clear cause, one compelling theory suggests we might be unintentionally disrupting something vital inside our babies&#039; natural microbiome. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 17:04:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>10 Thoughtful Ways to Support a New Mom After an Emergency Hospital Stay</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/10-thoughtful-ways-to-support-a-new-mom-after-an-emergency-hospital-stay</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/10-thoughtful-ways-to-support-a-new-mom-after-an-emergency-hospital-stay</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcoming a baby into the world is already one of the most emotional and exhausting experiences a woman can have but when that joy is interrupted by an unexpected hospital stay, everything changes. Recovery becomes harder, emotions run deeper, and the smallest gestures of care can mean the world. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 18:34:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>7 Ways to Reclaim Your Freedom as a Single Parent (Without Losing Your Peace)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/7-ways-to-reclaim-your-freedom-as-a-single-parent-without-losing-your-peace</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/7-ways-to-reclaim-your-freedom-as-a-single-parent-without-losing-your-peace</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Being a single parent can feel like carrying the world on your shoulders. Between school drop-offs, late-night worries, and the quiet moments when the house finally falls still, there’s a constant tug-of-war between exhaustion and purpose. But here’s the truth: freedom is possible. Not the kind that means escaping your responsibilities, but the kind that lets you live with grace, balance, and a grounded sense of peace. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 18:22:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Can What You Eat Really Affect Your Fertility? Here’s What Science Says</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/can-what-you-eat-really-affect-your-fertility-heres-what-science-says</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/can-what-you-eat-really-affect-your-fertility-heres-what-science-says</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It’s a tempting idea: that your dinner plate tonight could be your first step toward parenthood. But before you start loading up on leafy greens and salmon in the hopes of instant fertility magic, let’s unpack the latest research causing such a stir in the reproductive health world. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 18:54:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Why Benzocaine Teething Remedies Can Be Dangerous for Babies and What to Use Instead</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/why-benzocaine-teething-remedies-can-be-dangerous-for-babies-and-what-to-use-instead</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/why-benzocaine-teething-remedies-can-be-dangerous-for-babies-and-what-to-use-instead</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Teething is one of those milestones that feels both sweet and excruciating for babies and for parents. It’s hard watching your little one drool, fuss, and chew on everything in sight, trying to find some relief as those tiny teeth push their way through tender gums. So when a product promises to “numb the pain,” it’s tempting to grab it off the shelf. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 18:50:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>The Reasons for Normalization Not Appreciating Every Second of Being a Mother</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-reasons-for-normalization-not-appreciating-every-second-of-being-a-mother-308</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-reasons-for-normalization-not-appreciating-every-second-of-being-a-mother-308</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It is advised that you &quot;cherish every second.&quot;
&quot;They grow up so rapidly,&quot; you hear.
You nod and smile.
On the inside, though, you are thinking: ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 18:30:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>The Beautiful Chaos of Pregnancy: A Mother’s Journey from Bump to Baby</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-beautiful-chaos-of-pregnancy-a-mothers-journey-from-bump-to-baby</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-beautiful-chaos-of-pregnancy-a-mothers-journey-from-bump-to-baby</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pregnancy isn’t just about growing a baby, it&#039;s about growing into a whole new version of yourself. The moment you see those two pink lines, life shifts. You start thinking differently, eating differently, and even breathing differently. Every flutter, every craving, every sleepless night is part of an incredible transformation, one that’s as emotional as it is physical. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 18:43:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Less Than Five Minutes of Mom Skincare (Because That is All You Have)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/less-than-five-minutes-of-mom-skincare-because-that-is-all-you-have-298</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/less-than-five-minutes-of-mom-skincare-because-that-is-all-you-have-298</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Let us face it: if you are a mother, your mornings probably consist of &quot;just one more thing&quot; requests, school runs, snacks, and socks. A ten-step skincare regimen? Not taking place. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 17:05:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Preterm Birth and Heart Disease: What Every Mom Needs to Know About Long&amp;Term Risks</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/preterm-birth-and-heart-disease-what-every-mom-needs-to-know-about-long-term-risks</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/preterm-birth-and-heart-disease-what-every-mom-needs-to-know-about-long-term-risks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ When a baby arrives earlier than expected, most of the attention naturally shifts to the newborn fragile lungs, tiny diapers, and wires in the NICU. But one part of the story often slips into the background: the mother’s health. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:44:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Why Pregnant and Nursing Mothers Should Avoid Marijuana According to Science and Common Sense</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/why-pregnant-and-nursing-mothers-should-avoid-marijuana-according-to-science-and-common-sense</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/why-pregnant-and-nursing-mothers-should-avoid-marijuana-according-to-science-and-common-sense</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As marijuana becomes legal in more states, its use has quietly crept into corners of life where it may do more harm than good. One of those corners is pregnancy and early motherhood. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:33:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Inducing Labor at Full Term: What Really Makes Sense for Mothers and Babies</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/inducing-labor-at-full-term-what-really-makes-sense-for-mothers-and-babies</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/inducing-labor-at-full-term-what-really-makes-sense-for-mothers-and-babies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For as long as women have been giving birth, midwives, doctors, and mothers themselves have searched for ways to encourage labor when the body seems to hesitate. Sometimes this means nudging nature gently, sometimes it means intervening with medical tools. Over the years, methods have ranged from the earthy to the clinical: synthetic hormones to kickstart contractions, soft balloons or kelp sticks to coax the cervix open, and even something as ancient and instinctual as nipple stimulation to spark oxytocin. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:54:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Getting Your Baby to Sleep Through the Night: The Good, the Bad, and the Real Truth</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/getting-your-baby-to-sleep-through-the-night-the-good-the-bad-and-the-real-truth</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/getting-your-baby-to-sleep-through-the-night-the-good-the-bad-and-the-real-truth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ If you’re a new parent, chances are you’ve Googled the phrase “when will my baby sleep through the night?” at least a dozen times between 2 a.m. feedings. It’s the holy grail of early parenthood, the milestone that promises rest, sanity, and maybe even a moment to drink your coffee while it’s still hot. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:44:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Why Pregnant Women Should Be Wary of Phthalates The Invisible Chemical in Everyday Life</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/why-pregnant-women-should-be-wary-of-phthalates-the-invisible-chemical-in-everyday-life</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/why-pregnant-women-should-be-wary-of-phthalates-the-invisible-chemical-in-everyday-life</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Most expecting moms already know the classic pregnancy no-gos: skip the sushi, say no to soft cheeses, and avoid alcohol and tobacco. But what about your favorite lipstick, that floral perfume you spritz on every morning, or even the “luxury” lotion you slather on before bed? Few women realize that these everyday indulgences may come with hidden risks—thanks to a group of chemicals called phthalates. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 19:56:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>The Reasons for Normalization Not Appreciating Every Second of Being a Mother</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-reasons-for-normalization-not-appreciating-every-second-of-being-a-mother-281</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-reasons-for-normalization-not-appreciating-every-second-of-being-a-mother-281</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It is advised that you &quot;cherish every second.&quot;
&quot;They grow up so rapidly,&quot; you hear.
You nod and smile.
On the inside, though, you are thinking: ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 17:50:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>A Handbook for New Parents on Newborn Feeding</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/a-handbook-for-new-parents-on-newborn-feeding-280</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/a-handbook-for-new-parents-on-newborn-feeding-280</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Although your infant is a priceless gift, taking care of them, particularly when it comes to feeding, may be rather demanding. Knowing what they require is essential since they have restless nights and are always learning. Here are some things you should know about feeding your infant. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:54:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Preventing Depression in Pregnancy: What New Guidelines Mean for Moms&amp;to&amp;Be</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/preventing-depression-in-pregnancy-what-new-guidelines-mean-for-moms-to-be</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/preventing-depression-in-pregnancy-what-new-guidelines-mean-for-moms-to-be</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pregnancy is often painted in soft pastels—tiny socks, glowing skin, nursery dreams. But for many women, the reality feels much heavier. Depression during pregnancy and after childbirth (often called perinatal depression) affects far more mothers than we tend to acknowledge. In fact, up to 14% of women are diagnosed with depression while pregnant, and countless more quietly wrestle with symptoms that never make it into their medical charts. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:17:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Baby Boomers and Hepatitis C: Why is it important to pay attention to this age group?</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/baby-boomers-and-hepatitis-c-why-is-it-important-to-pay-attention-to-this-age-group</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/baby-boomers-and-hepatitis-c-why-is-it-important-to-pay-attention-to-this-age-group</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hepatitis C is one of the most underrepresented and often overlooked viral infections, despite its lack of publicized status. The transmission of hepatitis C through blood-to-blood contact can cause either short-term and acute symptoms (acute) or chronic episodes (chronal infection) lasting for several years. Typically, individuals don&#039;t feel anything until it becomes too late. What does this mean? When symptoms become evident, hepatitis C can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer or even complete liver failure. What are the potential risks? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:16:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Why are young children swallowing more objects, and what measures can be taken by their parents to stop it?</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/why-are-young-children-swallowing-more-objects-and-what-measures-can-be-taken-by-their-parents-to-stop-it</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/why-are-young-children-swallowing-more-objects-and-what-measures-can-be-taken-by-their-parents-to-stop-it</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ When my son was only 18 months old and had just started toddle at age three, I saw my daughter carefully &quot;feeding&quot; him in. Her fists were positioned between the cushions on the couch, and she may have forgotten the change from my husband&#039;s pockets. I had to intervene before he swallowed any, but it was just too close. From that point on, we prohibited loose coins from entering our living room, and my husband was instructed to empty his pockets at the door. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2025 16:56:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>To ensure your newborn&amp;apos;s gut health, it is important to be aware of intestinal colonization after elective C&amp;Section.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/to-ensure-your-newborns-gut-health-it-is-important-to-be-aware-of-intestinal-colonization-after-elective-c-section</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/to-ensure-your-newborns-gut-health-it-is-important-to-be-aware-of-intestinal-colonization-after-elective-c-section</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The World Microbiome Day, celebrated in June, is a time to remind ourselves that the trillions of bacteria that inhabit and thrive on our planet are not just travelers but also active participants in maintaining our health. New parents must consider the importance of discussing how their baby&#039;s microbiome is evolving from birth to the first 1,000 days of life, as choices made during that time can impact their risk of developing preventable conditions such as allergies or autoimmune diseases. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:27:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>How I am Regaining Myself After Losing It in Motherhood</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-i-am-regaining-myself-after-losing-it-in-motherhood</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-i-am-regaining-myself-after-losing-it-in-motherhood</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ They promise to change you, but they never explain how profoundly. Not just how you sleep or what you wear. not only your physical form. But you. the individual you were prior to becoming a mother. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 19:35:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Recurrent Headaches in Children: What Parents Really Need to Know</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/recurrent-headaches-in-children-what-parents-really-need-to-know</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/recurrent-headaches-in-children-what-parents-really-need-to-know</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Headaches in kids can be surprisingly common. By the time a child turns 18, nearly every single one will have experienced at least one headache usually linked to something simple, like a virus or a long, exhausting day. But for some children, headaches don’t just pop up once in a blue moon. They return, again and again. These recurrent headaches can disrupt play, school, and family life, leaving both kids and parents worried. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:10:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Seven Strategies for Having Freedom as a Single Parent</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/seven-strategies-for-having-freedom-as-a-single-parent-250</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ I have had my fair share of the difficulties that come with being a single mom. But as time has gone on, I have discovered important lessons that any parents, regardless of the age of their child, may use. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2025 20:00:30 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>How to Discuss a Loved One&amp;apos;s Serious Illness with Children</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-discuss-a-loved-ones-serious-illness-with-children</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-discuss-a-loved-ones-serious-illness-with-children</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It’s one of the hardest parts of life: sometimes someone we love—whether a parent, grandparent, or another important figure in a child’s world—becomes seriously ill. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 18:21:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Can Monitoring Blood Pressure at Home Help Save Mothers’ Lives?</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/can-monitoring-blood-pressure-at-home-help-save-mothers-lives</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/can-monitoring-blood-pressure-at-home-help-save-mothers-lives</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ High blood pressure in pregnancy is more than just a medical note on a chart—it’s one of the leading causes of maternal death worldwide. In fact, it accounts for about one in six maternal deaths. And the numbers are climbing. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 12:15:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>What Can You Do to Lower the Risk of Birth Defects?</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/what-can-you-do-to-lower-the-risk-of-birth-defects</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/what-can-you-do-to-lower-the-risk-of-birth-defects</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ So, you’ve decided you’re ready to grow your family. Maybe you just took your last birth control pill, had your IUD removed, or simply stopped your chosen method.Hopeful, emotional, and perhaps a bit overwhelming, it is an exciting moment. It can seem tough to know what matters most when there is so much advice available about pregnancy and fertility. Ultimately, though, most parents have the same straightforward objective: to provide the healthiest start for their child. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:21:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Think Your Baby Might Be Allergic to Cow’s Milk? Here’s What Parents Need to Know</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/think-your-baby-might-be-allergic-to-cows-milk-heres-what-parents-need-to-know</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/think-your-baby-might-be-allergic-to-cows-milk-heres-what-parents-need-to-know</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It’s one of the most stressful moments for a new parent: your baby is fussy, spitting up, having diarrhea, maybe even showing blood in their stool. Then, your pediatrician mentions the possibility of a cow’s milk allergy  and suddenly, you’re facing big changes like switching to expensive specialized formulas or cutting all dairy from your own diet if you’re breastfeeding. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:44:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>24 Things You Actually Need in Your Hospital Bag (Plus a Free Printable Checklist)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/24-things-you-actually-need-in-your-hospital-bag-plus-a-free-printable-checklist</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/24-things-you-actually-need-in-your-hospital-bag-plus-a-free-printable-checklist</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Let’s set the scene: I was 38 weeks pregnant, uncomfortable in all the ways a heavily pregnant person can be, and despite my husband gently (and not-so-gently) reminding me daily for two weeks to pack my hospital bag… I didn’t. Not because I didn’t think it was important—I mean, I’d Googled “hospital bag checklist” at least a dozen times. I’d read blog posts, browsed through Pinterest graphics, and even added a few items to an online cart. But actually zipping up a bag and stashing it by the front door? That never quite happened. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 17:26:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>The Complete To&amp;Do List for the Third Trimester: 16 Things to Complete Before the Baby Arrives</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-complete-to-do-list-for-the-third-trimester-16-things-to-complete-before-the-baby-arrives</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-complete-to-do-list-for-the-third-trimester-16-things-to-complete-before-the-baby-arrives</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ You’re in the home stretch. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 19:53:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>How to Help Your Child Get the Sleep They Need (Without Losing Your Mind)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-help-your-child-get-the-sleep-they-need-without-losing-your-mind</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-help-your-child-get-the-sleep-they-need-without-losing-your-mind</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As the long, honey-drenched days of summer stretch lazily into the night, it’s all too easy to let routines unravel. Bedtimes drift later. Mornings come with groggy negotiations. And let us face it, imposing &quot;lights out&quot; can feel like a struggle you do not have the strength to wage when you are fatigued yourself. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:15:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>What Pregnancy Does to Your Skin: An Open Discussion Guide to the Bumps, Blotches, and Beauty of It All</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/what-pregnancy-does-to-your-skin-an-open-discussion-guide-to-the-bumps-blotches-and-beauty-of-it-all</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/what-pregnancy-does-to-your-skin-an-open-discussion-guide-to-the-bumps-blotches-and-beauty-of-it-all</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ You probably think of morning sickness, swollen ankles, and the gradual unfolding of your tummy into its own planet when you think of pregnancy. Let us face it, though: not many people discuss the effects of growing a person on your skin. Pregnancy unleashes a vast ecosystem of changes, many of which are fueled by the hormonal rollercoaster. There are several modest changes. Not so much for others. Let us literally peel back the layers and discuss the strange, amazing, and occasionally annoying ways your skin may change during pregnancy. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 18:33:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>How to Boost Your Happiness as a Mother (Even When You are Feeling Down)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-boost-your-happiness-as-a-mother-even-when-you-are-feeling-down</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-boost-your-happiness-as-a-mother-even-when-you-are-feeling-down</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Let us face it: &quot;simply keep optimistic&quot; is arguably the worst advice ever given to a weary mother. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 19:13:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama health</media:keywords>
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<title>How to Be a Fun Mother Without Losing Your Authority or Sanity (21 Inspiring Children&amp;apos;s Memories)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-be-a-fun-mother-without-losing-your-authority-or-sanity-21-inspiring-childrens-memories</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-be-a-fun-mother-without-losing-your-authority-or-sanity-21-inspiring-childrens-memories</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Being a mother is not a full-time job, let us face it. There are five occupations piled on top of one another, no coffee breaks or sick days, and the background music is always &quot;Mom, where is my...?&quot; The concept of being a &quot;fun mom&quot; can seem as unattainable as a quiet morning somewhere between making lunches, paying bills, and mediating arguments between siblings. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 18:33:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Children&amp;apos;s Executive Function: Why It is More Important Than You May Think (And How to Gently Strengthen It)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/childrens-executive-function-why-it-is-more-important-than-you-may-think-and-how-to-gently-strengthen-it</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/childrens-executive-function-why-it-is-more-important-than-you-may-think-and-how-to-gently-strengthen-it</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Think of your child&#039;s brain as a conductor of daily life, not a symphony: it guides attention, calms impulses, shifts gears, and remembers what is most important. Executive function is that. It is a group of mental skills rather than a single ability that help kids (and adults) organize, prioritize, recall, control their emotions, and remain adaptable when life throws them curveballs. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2025 19:19:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>What Has Changed for Infants, Children, and Teens in the New USDA Dietary Guidelines for Kids?</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/what-has-changed-for-infants-children-and-teens-in-the-new-usda-dietary-guidelines-for-kids</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/what-has-changed-for-infants-children-and-teens-in-the-new-usda-dietary-guidelines-for-kids</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The entire human lifespan from the first spoonfuls of mushy peas to the packed lunches of middle school and beyond—is being examined for the first time in the USDA&#039;s official dietary guidelines. The way we think about nutrition has undergone a subtle but profound change. The new message is clear: start early and make every bite count, rather than treating healthy eating as something you do after your metabolism slows down and your doctor raises an eyebrow at your cholesterol. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2025 20:18:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Heavy Metals in Infant Food: Important Information for All Parents</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/heavy-metals-in-infant-food-important-information-for-all-parents</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/heavy-metals-in-infant-food-important-information-for-all-parents</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ You would think that in a world with lab-grown diamonds and self-driving vehicles, we would have figured out how to preserve something as holy as infant food free of pollutants. Nevertheless here we are. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 17:59:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>I Miss Myself Even Though I Love My Children: The Unspoken Reality of Contemporary Motherhood</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/i-miss-myself-even-though-i-love-my-children-the-unspoken-reality-of-contemporary-motherhood</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/i-miss-myself-even-though-i-love-my-children-the-unspoken-reality-of-contemporary-motherhood</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Although parenting in the modern day is lovely, it can also be overwhelming, isolating, and identity-shifting. Learn why a lot of mothers feel like they are losing who they are and how to take back your identity guilt-free. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 18:28:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>11 Insightful (and Definitely Practical) Springtime Presents for Nursing Mothers</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/11-insightful-and-definitely-practical-springtime-presents-for-nursing-mothers</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/11-insightful-and-definitely-practical-springtime-presents-for-nursing-mothers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ She deserves more than flowers, if you have ever seen a new mother attempt to balance a half-zipped diaper bag on one arm and a drowsy infant on the other, all the while managing to smile despite cracked nipples and restless nights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:43:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>How to Assist Your Toddler in Getting Used to a New Baby (Without Taking Over Out of Jealousy)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-assist-your-toddler-in-getting-used-to-a-new-baby-without-taking-over-out-of-jealousy</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-assist-your-toddler-in-getting-used-to-a-new-baby-without-taking-over-out-of-jealousy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Because the shift from an only child to an older sibling should be handled with love rather than stress. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 19:50:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>The Momcozy Ergowrap Postpartum Belly Wrap: Mild, Focused Assistance for Recovery after C&amp;Section</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-momcozy-ergowrap-postpartum-belly-wrap-mild-focused-assistance-for-recovery-after-c-section</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-momcozy-ergowrap-postpartum-belly-wrap-mild-focused-assistance-for-recovery-after-c-section</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Let us face it: nobody can adequately prepare you for the rollercoaster that is postpartum recovery. Your body is recuperating from one of the most physically taxing experiences it will ever have, while you navigate hormonal tidal waves, sleepless nights, and the immense joy and tiredness of receiving your kid. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 16:20:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Providing Children with Excitement: The Pleasure of Little Traditions</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/providing-children-with-excitement-the-pleasure-of-little-traditions</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/providing-children-with-excitement-the-pleasure-of-little-traditions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Do you know how it feels to know that something exciting is approaching? The days are given structure by a holiday, a special meal, or even just a cup of coffee with a buddy. Purpose. An excuse to endure the dreary moments. I have always held fast to that straightforward reality, and in recent years, I have also begun applying it to assist my children in navigating the highs and lows of their week. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2025 08:42:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>I created an effective &amp;quot;go back in bed&amp;quot; chart because my kids will not stay in bed.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/i-created-an-effective-go-back-in-bed-chart-because-my-kids-will-not-stay-in-bed</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/i-created-an-effective-go-back-in-bed-chart-because-my-kids-will-not-stay-in-bed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ You are not the only one if going to bed at home feels more like a hostage negotiation than a peaceful nightly ritual. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:58:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>How to Actually Enjoy Dental Hygiene with Children (Yes, It is Possible)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-actually-enjoy-dental-hygiene-with-children-yes-it-is-possible</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-actually-enjoy-dental-hygiene-with-children-yes-it-is-possible</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Getting children to clean their teeth without any drama can feel like preparing for combat, let us face it. The sink turns into a negotiation table and a tug-of-war between toothbrushes. However, what if you could make your youngster genuinely look forward to this twice-daily routine? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2025 18:13:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Five Strong Arguments for Mothers to Honor Immigrant Heritage Month</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/five-strong-arguments-for-mothers-to-honor-immigrant-heritage-month</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/five-strong-arguments-for-mothers-to-honor-immigrant-heritage-month</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ To be clear, we cannot turn being an immigrant on and off like the clock. This identity is not seasonal. 
Because, let us be honest, immigrant mothers bear the burden of entire generations. In addition to languages, we also translate cultures, aspirations, anxieties, and expectations. Creating futures with one hand while clinging to our heritage with the other, we raise children in a world between worlds. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 19:52:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama mother</media:keywords>
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<title>Getting Through the Darkest Times of Newborn Life: The Quiet Reflux Storm</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/getting-through-the-darkest-times-of-newborn-life-the-quiet-reflux-storm</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/getting-through-the-darkest-times-of-newborn-life-the-quiet-reflux-storm</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ To refer to the unrelenting suffering of silent reflux as the &quot;dark days&quot; of motherhood may seem melodramatic even ridiculous to someone who has never experienced it. But you know if you have been there, if your infant has writhed and cried for no apparent reason, and you have watched helplessly, your muscles aching from the continual bouncing, your eyes raw with tears. &quot;Dark&quot; does not really describe it, you know. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:44:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>The Loneliness of Stay&amp;at&amp;Home Motherhood: Unspoken Topics I believed I was</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-loneliness-of-stay-at-home-motherhood-unspoken-topics-i-believed-i-was</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-loneliness-of-stay-at-home-motherhood-unspoken-topics-i-believed-i-was</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ welcoming the most wonderful chapter of my life when I made the decision to stay at home with my child. And I was, in many respects. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 19:52:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Energy and Gut Health for Working Mothers</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/energy-and-gut-health-for-working-mothers</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/energy-and-gut-health-for-working-mothers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ You are not alone if you are a busy parent who survives on coffee, little sleep, and leftover chicken nuggets. However, what if your usual feelings of continual fatigue, bloating, and brain fog are not just &quot;mom life&quot; but rather are indicators that your stomach needs assistance? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 13:09:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>How Becoming a Mother Affected My Friendships</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-becoming-a-mother-affected-my-friendships</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-becoming-a-mother-affected-my-friendships</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ I thought that parenthood would change me before I became a mother, but I did not think it would also impact my surroundings. My friendships underwent one of the most delicate and unexpected changes. Some drifted, some deepened, and some vanished entirely. There was no drama. It was slow, silent, and sometimes devastating. However, it also carried with it some surprises. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 12:33:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>The Isolation of Remaining at Home Loving your child and feeling lonely may</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-isolation-of-remaining-at-home-loving-your-child-and-feeling-lonely-may</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Isolation of Remaining at Home Loving your child and feeling lonely may coexist, and that does not make you a bad mother. This is why motherhood is something that nobody really talks about. ]]></description>
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<title>How to Get Started, How to Pay for It, and How Therapy Helps Mothers Succeed</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-get-started-how-to-pay-for-it-and-how-therapy-helps-mothers-succeed</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-get-started-how-to-pay-for-it-and-how-therapy-helps-mothers-succeed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Let us face it, parenting is lovely, but it is also emotionally chaotic, exhausting, and often so isolated that it causes you to doubt your own voice. You are not alone if you have ever found yourself sobbing in the bathroom following a difficult day—or even one that was perfectly normal. You are also not &quot;too sensitive&quot; or &quot;not strong enough.&quot; As a person, you perform the tasks of several others. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 07:43:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>How to Get Your Time Back After Mom Burnout</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-get-your-time-back-after-mom-burnout</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-get-your-time-back-after-mom-burnout</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ You know how it feels when your mind is cloudy, you have little tolerance, and even the most basic work seems overwhelming? That is not being lazy. Burnout is that. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jun 2025 20:08:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>How Working Remotely with a Toddler Actually Works Some days</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-working-remotely-with-a-toddler-actually-works-some-days</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-working-remotely-with-a-toddler-actually-works-some-days</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ will go smoothly. Others will disintegrate by nine-thirty. Using one hand, you will respond to emails while using the other to wipe applesauce. Additionally, you will question whether anyone else is doing this—they are, and they are having difficulties too. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 19:51:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Regaining Your Confidence After Having a Baby Because, despite how everything may seem altered, you are still you.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/regaining-your-confidence-after-having-a-baby-because-despite-how-everything-may-seem-altered-you-are-still-you</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/regaining-your-confidence-after-having-a-baby-because-despite-how-everything-may-seem-altered-you-are-still-you</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Everything changes after your baby is born, including your self-perception. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 07:54:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>A Straightforward Guide to Your First (or Next) Gynecologist Visit: Gyn Care 101</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/a-straightforward-guide-to-your-first-or-next-gynecologist-visit-gyn-care-101</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/a-straightforward-guide-to-your-first-or-next-gynecologist-visit-gyn-care-101</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Let us face it, hardly many individuals get excited when they think about seeing a gynecologist. It is susceptible. It is personal. It can be awkward at times. However, it is also a crucial component of maintaining your health, particularly if you are a woman or have female reproductive organs. It is your straightforward, human-centered guide to gynecological care, whether you are getting ready for your first appointment or simply want to know what goes on behind that paper robe. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 19:16:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>The emotional transition into motherhood is known as &amp;quot;matrescence.&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-emotional-transition-into-motherhood-is-known-as-matrescence</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-emotional-transition-into-motherhood-is-known-as-matrescence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The birthing room is not where motherhood begins. It starts with the silent, perplexing, and lovely moments of transition that appear long before and persist long after. The term &quot;matrescence&quot; describes this emotional and psychological development, and for many women, just hearing it can be like being seen for the first time. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 20:21:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Finding Calm in the Push and Pull: Handling Mom Guilt as a Working Mother</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/finding-calm-in-the-push-and-pull-handling-mom-guilt-as-a-working-mother</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/finding-calm-in-the-push-and-pull-handling-mom-guilt-as-a-working-mother</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Mom guilt is real, let us face it, and it can feel like a silent burden that never goes away for working mothers. The message society sends is obvious, regardless of whether you are developing your own business, traveling to an office, or managing conference calls from your kitchen table while packing lunch boxes: You are missing something if you are not with your kids all the time. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2025 10:42:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Real&amp;World Advice from a Traveling Parent on Hotel Staying with a Baby and Toddler</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/real-world-advice-from-a-traveling-parent-on-hotel-staying-with-a-baby-and-toddler</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/real-world-advice-from-a-traveling-parent-on-hotel-staying-with-a-baby-and-toddler</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Adventure does not have to cease when you travel with little children; it just means that you need to change the way you pack, organize, and pace yourself. My young family serves as evidence: before kindergarten, my two children had accrued more air miles than I had before college. We travel frequently, and yes, even with a toddler and an infant in tow, we stay in hotels. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 17:55:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Burnout among working mothers is real, and it has nothing to do with time management.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/burnout-among-working-mothers-is-real-and-it-has-nothing-to-do-with-time-management</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/burnout-among-working-mothers-is-real-and-it-has-nothing-to-do-with-time-management</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Your inability to manage your time does not indicate that you are burned out. Because you have been handling everything, you are exhausted. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 18:02:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>The Emergence of &amp;quot;Clean Girl&amp;quot; Parenting and Its Weariness</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-emergence-of-clean-girl-parenting-and-its-weariness</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-emergence-of-clean-girl-parenting-and-its-weariness</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The mother in the clean linen outfit is holding her toddler&#039;s neutral-colored lunch plate in one hand and her oat milk latte in the other. Her kids are dressed in identical organic cotton jumpsuits, her hair is styled in a neat bun, her house is filled with natural light, and her couch is white for some reason. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 11:57:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Matrescence is real, and it permanently altered my self&amp;perception.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/matrescence-is-real-and-it-permanently-altered-my-self-perception</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/matrescence-is-real-and-it-permanently-altered-my-self-perception</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Not nearly joy, not quite melancholy. More akin to a mist of feelings covering a profound, abiding love. I was not feeling down. I was not dissatisfied. I simply no longer felt like myself. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 19:30:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>I Feel Like More Than Just &amp;quot;Mom&amp;quot; Thanks to These Little Daily Rituals</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/i-feel-like-more-than-just-mom-thanks-to-these-little-daily-rituals</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/i-feel-like-more-than-just-mom-thanks-to-these-little-daily-rituals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Being a mother may consume you. On certain days, I hardly recognize the lady who is staring back at me in the mirror. She has a cold cup of coffee that she has reheated three times, a half-folded bundle of laundry at her feet, and yesterday&#039;s mascara under her eyelids. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 15:42:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>How a Mother Can Rest (No, Scrolling Is not Counted)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-a-mother-can-rest-no-scrolling-is-not-counted</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-a-mother-can-rest-no-scrolling-is-not-counted</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Motherhood is lovely, demanding, and draining, let us face it. Additionally, someone most likely advised you to &quot;make sure you are getting enough rest&quot; in between picking up your child from preschool, negotiating snacks, sending emails at work, and organizing your laundry. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 18:36:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>The Reasons for Normalization Not Appreciating Every Second of Being a Mother</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-reasons-for-normalization-not-appreciating-every-second-of-being-a-mother</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-reasons-for-normalization-not-appreciating-every-second-of-being-a-mother</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ &quot;I might genuinely cry if I have to clean up one more Cheerio explosion or put up with one more tantrum over the blue cup.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 17:55:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>&amp;quot;I Miss My Old Life, Even Though I Love My Kids&amp;quot;: The Guilt and the Development</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/i-miss-my-old-life-even-though-i-love-my-kids-the-guilt-and-the-development</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/i-miss-my-old-life-even-though-i-love-my-kids-the-guilt-and-the-development</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It is not treacherous. It is not a regret. It is an emotion. A tug. A glimmer of the life before the chaos, the regularity, and the unrelenting generosity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2025 18:18:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Here&amp;apos;s How I am Regaining Myself After Losing It in Motherhood</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/heres-how-i-am-regaining-myself-after-losing-it-in-motherhood</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/heres-how-i-am-regaining-myself-after-losing-it-in-motherhood</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ They promise to change you, but they never explain how profoundly. Not just how you sleep or what you wear. not only your physical form. But you. the individual you were prior to becoming a mother. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 24 May 2025 11:42:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>A Week in the Life of a Real Mother: Instagram vs. Reality</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/a-week-in-the-life-of-a-real-mother-instagram-vs-reality</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/a-week-in-the-life-of-a-real-mother-instagram-vs-reality</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On Instagram, parenthood is portrayed as neat playrooms filled with natural light, bento box lunches, and golden-hour embraces. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 18:20:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Let us Discuss the Invisible Cost of Contemporary Motherhood</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/let-us-discuss-the-invisible-cost-of-contemporary-motherhood</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/let-us-discuss-the-invisible-cost-of-contemporary-motherhood</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ There is silence in the home. I have prepared dinner. Appointments are made with the dentist. We have seen the school email and noted that it requires further action. On your mental dashboard is the baby&#039;s nap routine. Slack for work is pinging. You are the only one who notices when your toddler&#039;s snack cup gets miraculously refilled. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 19:20:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>I Could Tell It Was Postpartum Anxiety: It Was Not Just Baby Blues</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/i-could-tell-it-was-postpartum-anxiety-it-was-not-just-baby-blues</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/i-could-tell-it-was-postpartum-anxiety-it-was-not-just-baby-blues</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ I assumed I was simply exhausted. I assumed I was simply overburdened. I assumed I was simply being a new mother. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 09:12:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Mothers&amp;apos; Back&amp;to&amp;School Blues: Why It is Always Bittersweet</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/mothers-back-to-school-blues-why-it-is-always-bittersweet</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/mothers-back-to-school-blues-why-it-is-always-bittersweet</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The door has a line of school shoes.
They have packed their lunchboxes.
Then they are off, taller than they were the year before, with slightly more tidied hair and a slightly heavier backpack.
You smile as if nothing is wrong and wave good-bye. But within? It is not simple. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 07:02:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>What We Can Learn from Other Cultures&amp;apos; Celebrations of (and Support for) New Mothers</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/what-we-can-learn-from-other-cultures-celebrations-of-and-support-for-new-mothers</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/what-we-can-learn-from-other-cultures-celebrations-of-and-support-for-new-mothers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Being a new mother can seem like receiving a pat on the back and a baby in many Western nations. The anticipation? Get back up, work it out, and post a smile to Instagram. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 17 May 2025 19:16:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>As a Mother, Ambition Is Being Redefined: Success Now Looks Different</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/as-a-mother-ambition-is-being-redefined-success-now-looks-different</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/as-a-mother-ambition-is-being-redefined-success-now-looks-different</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Prior to becoming a mother, ambition meant working late into the night, attending meetings one after the other, and having a schedule so full that it almost required a personal assistant. I thrived on recognition, pursued promotions, and gauged success by milestones and pay increases. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 16:48:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>How to Parent When You are Sleep Deprived, Burned Out, and Touched Out</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-parent-when-you-are-sleep-deprived-burned-out-and-touched-out</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-parent-when-you-are-sleep-deprived-burned-out-and-touched-out</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sometimes all you want to do is hide.
when the infant has been wailing for several hours.
Your toddler will cling to you like a piece of Velcro.
when you have not had your own body for months. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 09:05:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Why We are Done Faking It: The Issue With Perfect Mom Influencers She is back.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/why-we-are-done-faking-it-the-issue-with-perfect-mom-influencers-she-is-back</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/why-we-are-done-faking-it-the-issue-with-perfect-mom-influencers-she-is-back</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ There is not a single dirty dish in sight at the influencer mom&#039;s sun-drenched kitchen, with the kids wearing matching linen overalls and the fresh bread cooling on the counter. Her houseplants are flourishing, her post-C-section abs are in shape, and her child is grinning rather than yelling? Back, apparently. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 09:33:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>I did not immediately connect with my baby, and that is okay.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/i-did-not-immediately-connect-with-my-baby-and-that-is-okay</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/i-did-not-immediately-connect-with-my-baby-and-that-is-okay</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ One message stood out to me among all the prenatal seminars and Instagram pictures: you will experience an intense surge of love as soon as your kid is delivered. Fireworks. instant communication. Joyful tears. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 19:19:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama health</media:keywords>
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<title>Mother&amp;apos;s Day: It is a Feeling, Not Just Flowers</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/mothers-day-it-is-a-feeling-not-just-flowers</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/mothers-day-it-is-a-feeling-not-just-flowers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Let us face it, Mother&#039;s Day is not about the glittery card that never quite expresses how you feel or the bouquet you picked up on the way home. It is about paying tribute to the woman who remained up with you during your illness, who encouraged you when no one else saw your potential, and who still quietly bears the emotional burden of your entire world. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 11:39:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Because Every Baby Has Their Own Timeline, Milestones Are Overrated</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/because-every-baby-has-their-own-timeline-milestones-are-overrated-124</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/because-every-baby-has-their-own-timeline-milestones-are-overrated-124</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ I can still clearly recall it: we were sitting on a playmat at my friend&#039;s house, drinking lukewarm coffee as our infants swayed on their cushioned bellies. Like a tiny Olympic athlete, her daughter was crawling—no, speed-crawling—across the room. Mine? My son was happy to chew on his sock and flopped like a drowsy starfish. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 May 2025 18:34:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>The Greatest Checklist for Baby Hospital Bags (That You will Actually Use)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-greatest-checklist-for-baby-hospital-bags-that-you-will-actually-use</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-greatest-checklist-for-baby-hospital-bags-that-you-will-actually-use</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Let us discuss the bag. The real-life, zippered, bursting-at-the-seams  hospital bag that gets packed amid a mix of excitement, fear, and, let us be honest, a little bit of nesting-induced overkill—not the metaphorical &quot;baggage&quot; of becoming a parent, though there is plenty of that. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 19:25:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>How to Get Rid of Baby Poop Stains Since Sh*t Occurs</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-get-rid-of-baby-poop-stains-since-sht-occurs</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-get-rid-of-baby-poop-stains-since-sht-occurs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Let us face it, if you have ever struggled to get a diaper on a squirmy infant and five minutes later found a mustard-colored blowout creeping up their back, then welcome to motherhood. One of those unglamorous rites of passage that no one warns you about but that every parent knows all too well is baby poop stains. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 12:10:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>How Are Mothers Able to Do It All? (Hint: We don&amp;apos;t.)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-are-mothers-able-to-do-it-all-hint-we-dont</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-are-mothers-able-to-do-it-all-hint-we-dont</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Being a mother involves a whole ecosystem of roles, feelings, and unseen work; it is not just a full-time job. We are the ones who set the schedules, prepare the snacks, and maintain order in the midst of chaos. And if you&#039;re a working mom, that balancing act starts to seem a whole lot like a high-wire stunt over a pit of Legos, spreadsheets, and cold coffee. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 18:54:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>A Practical Timetable for Working Mothers That Really Gives Them Space to Breathe</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/a-practical-timetable-for-working-mothers-that-really-gives-them-space-to-breathe</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/a-practical-timetable-for-working-mothers-that-really-gives-them-space-to-breathe</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Being a mother is demanding, let us face it. Being a mother who works? That is a completely different degree of intricacy. It can feel like you are running all the time just to stay still with conference calls, dropping off kids at daycare, food planning, and the emotional strain of remembering every sock and snack. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 08:18:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Bite&amp;Sized Milestones: Signs of Solid Food Readiness</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/bite-sized-milestones-signs-of-solid-food-readiness</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/bite-sized-milestones-signs-of-solid-food-readiness</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The fact that many of the physical abilities required to start solid food feeding are attained at the same time as newborns are able to handle the situation is not a coincidence. And their digestive systems are prepared to handle the challenge of solid foods just as the consumption of breast milk or formula is frequently insufficient to keep them afloat. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 11:17:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>The Motherhood Penalty: What Working Mothers Know But No One Tells You</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-motherhood-penalty-what-working-mothers-know-but-no-one-tells-you</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-motherhood-penalty-what-working-mothers-know-but-no-one-tells-you</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It causes a delicate yet tectonic change in the axis of your world. One of the largest aftershocks, though? That one that is not discussed enough? It takes place at work. The parenting penalty is a phenomenon that, whether you were aware of it or not, you have most likely previously experienced if you are a mother who has ever felt excluded, stalled, or scrutinized at work. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:49:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>The Greatest Baby Memory Books: Treasured Memorabilia for Births and Significant Events</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-greatest-baby-memory-books-treasured-memorabilia-for-births-and-significant-events</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-greatest-baby-memory-books-treasured-memorabilia-for-births-and-significant-events</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ &quot;The days are long, but the years are short&quot; is a common cliche associated with new motherhood. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:32:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Mom Guilt: How to Get Rid of the Feeling That You are Not Good Enough</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/mom-guilt-how-to-get-rid-of-the-feeling-that-you-are-not-good-enough</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/mom-guilt-how-to-get-rid-of-the-feeling-that-you-are-not-good-enough</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Being a mother is a profound change that both shatters your identity and opens your heart. It is chaotic and amazing, full of firsts and failures, happiness and tiredness. Another thing that creeps in between the mountains of laundry, the late-night feedings, and the never-ending invisible mental checklist is mom guilt. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:47:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>There is a real motherhood penalty, and mothers deserve more.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/there-is-a-real-motherhood-penalty-and-mothers-deserve-more</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/there-is-a-real-motherhood-penalty-and-mothers-deserve-more</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Everything changes when you become a mother, including your priorities, identity, and heart. However, for a lot of working mothers, it also subtly changes your job. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 20:16:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>After having a baby, are you feeling resentful of your partner? Here&amp;apos;s Why—and How to Address It</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/after-having-a-baby-are-you-feeling-resentful-of-your-partner-heres-whyand-how-to-address-it</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/after-having-a-baby-are-you-feeling-resentful-of-your-partner-heres-whyand-how-to-address-it</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ You recently gave birth. Your body is recuperating, you are bone-tired, and everything you knew about your relationship seems strange. Perhaps animosity against your mate is an unexpected emotion you are experiencing. If that describes you, know that you are not alone and that you are not broken. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 11:06:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>The New Modern Mom Era: The Intersection of Ambition and Motherhood</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-new-modern-mom-era-the-intersection-of-ambition-and-motherhood</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-new-modern-mom-era-the-intersection-of-ambition-and-motherhood</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ I am sharing something very personal with you today: a career change that feels more like coming home than a career shift. After working in the fast-paced world of Silicon Valley tech marketing for more than ten years, I have left my position as a vice president to pursue something much more exciting and, to be honest, much more personal: becoming the full-time founder and CEO of New Modern Mom. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 10:49:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Five Essentials for First&amp;Time Mothers That Will Actually Make Their First Month Easier</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/five-essentials-for-first-time-mothers-that-will-actually-make-their-first-month-easier</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/five-essentials-for-first-time-mothers-that-will-actually-make-their-first-month-easier</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For a moment, imagine me in the last weeks of my pregnancy, staring blankly at my baby registry while nesting like a crazy person. The list went on and on, and I had no idea what was truly necessary and what could wait till later in the Amazon cart. I was apprehensive, aside from the obvious infant car seat (since, hello, you can not leave the hospital without one). ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:37:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Mother&amp;apos;s Day Gift Guide 2025: Insightful, Original Ways to Express Your gratitude</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/mothers-day-gift-guide-2025-insightful-original-ways-to-express-your-gratitude</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/mothers-day-gift-guide-2025-insightful-original-ways-to-express-your-gratitude</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Mother&#039;s Day is the ideal occasion to go all out and give the amazing ladies in our lives a present that is as unique as they are. There is seldom a better moment to express &quot;I appreciate you,&quot; whether you are pampering your own mother, spoiling a new mother, surprising a close friend, or finally getting yourself the present you have been wanting all year. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:05:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>The Best Way to Breastfeed</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-best-way-to-breastfeed</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-best-way-to-breastfeed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ With a clean finger, carefully break the latch if it hurts, then reposition. Additional advice can be obtained from a doctor, nurse, or lactation consultant. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:34:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Angry with Your Spouse After Having a Baby? You are human, not broken.</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/angry-with-your-spouse-after-having-a-baby-you-are-human-not-broken</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/angry-with-your-spouse-after-having-a-baby-you-are-human-not-broken</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ You gave birth to a child. You may be wearing a nursing bra that has seen better days, are sleep deprived, and are knee deep in diapers. And in the middle of all the cuddles and the fragrance of a newborn, you truly did not anticipate feeling resentful of your partner. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 20:32:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>All the Real Things You Need to Succeed in the Third Trimester (Yes, You.)</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/all-the-real-things-you-need-to-succeed-in-the-third-trimester-yes-you</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/all-the-real-things-you-need-to-succeed-in-the-third-trimester-yes-you</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nesting, finding the ideal swaddle, and figuring out the great stroller debate have probably taken up months of your time. This polite reminder, though, is a little bossy: the third trimester is not just about getting ready for your baby; it is also about taking care of yourself. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:44:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>I tried it, and it made me happy (and gave me baby giggles!).</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/i-tried-it-and-it-made-me-happy-and-gave-me-baby-giggles</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/i-tried-it-and-it-made-me-happy-and-gave-me-baby-giggles</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Let me illustrate: baby toys are all over the place. Somewhere in the laundry basket, under the cushions, under the sofa, and perched on bookcases. Does that sound familiar? You are not alone if you have ever had the feeling that a toy avalanche is engulfing your living room. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 18:02:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Albama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>Ten Strategies to Help a New Mother Following an Emergency Hospital Stay</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/ten-strategies-to-help-a-new-mother-following-an-emergency-hospital-stay</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/ten-strategies-to-help-a-new-mother-following-an-emergency-hospital-stay</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It is difficult to recover from childbirth, but it is made even more difficult by an unplanned hospital stay. Here are ten easy ways to support a new mother in your life. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 08:13:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>A Handbook for New Parents on Newborn Feeding</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/a-handbook-for-new-parents-on-newborn-feeding</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/a-handbook-for-new-parents-on-newborn-feeding</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Taking Care of Your Infant
Although your infant is a priceless gift, taking care of them, particularly when it comes to feeding, may be rather demanding. Knowing what they require is essential since they have restless nights and are always learning. Here are some things you should know about feeding your infant. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:46:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alabama Residents</media:keywords>
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<title>Seeking Encouragement: Are There Happy Moms Out There?ChaiTRex</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/seeking-encouragement-are-there-happy-moms-out-therechaitrex</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/seeking-encouragement-are-there-happy-moms-out-therechaitrex</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Expecting your first child and feeling anxious about motherhood? You&#039;re not alone. Read real stories and find reassurance from happy moms who love their journey. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2025 07:19:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Motherhood</media:keywords>
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<title>The Challenges of Motherhood in Alabama | Maternal Healthcare Crisis</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/the-challenges-of-motherhood-in-alabama-maternal-healthcare-crisis</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/the-challenges-of-motherhood-in-alabama-maternal-healthcare-crisis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A few years ago, I learned that hospital closures across Alabama have forced some expectant mothers to travel nearly two hours just to reach a facility where they can safely give birth. It was a startling realization one that raised more questions than answers about the state of maternal healthcare in Alabama. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 09 Feb 2025 14:47:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>motherhood in alabama, maternal healthcare, hospital closures, pregnancy care, healthcare access, maternal mortality, alabama mothers</media:keywords>
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<title>New Year, New Routines: Tips for Busy Moms</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/new-year-new-routines-tips-for-busy-moms</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/new-year-new-routines-tips-for-busy-moms</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The New Year is the perfect opportunity for busy moms to refresh their routines and create a more organized and fulfilling life. Here are some practical and achievable tips to help you get started: ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2025 18:24:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>New Year&#039;s Resolutions</media:keywords>
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<title>Easy Christmas Morning Routine for Moms: How to Keep Things Calm and Fun</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/easy-christmas-morning-routine-for-moms-how-to-keep-things-calm-and-fun</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/easy-christmas-morning-routine-for-moms-how-to-keep-things-calm-and-fun</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Christmas morning is a magical time for families, but for busy moms, it can also be stressful trying to keep everything organized while making sure everyone has a fun and memorable day. From preparing the kids for the festivities to managing holiday chaos, it’s easy for things to feel overwhelming. However, with a well-planned and simple morning routine, you can ensure a calm, joyful, and stress-free start to Christmas Day.
In this guide, we’ll share tips and tricks to help busy moms keep things under control while still making the most of this special time with your loved ones. Let’s dive into creating an easy and fun Christmas morning routine that everyone will enjoy! ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Dec 2024 08:26:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Christmas Morning</media:keywords>
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<title>10 Self&amp;Care Tips for Busy Moms: Finding Time for Yourself</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/10-self-care-tips-for-busy-moms-finding-time-for-yourself</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/10-self-care-tips-for-busy-moms-finding-time-for-yourself</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Being a busy mom often means prioritizing everyone else’s needs before your own. However, self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s essential for maintaining mental, emotional, and physical health. These 10 actionable self-care tips to help you carve out moments for yourself in the chaos of daily life. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 17:16:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>self-care</media:keywords>
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<title>Being a mother at 40 advantages and disadvantages</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/being-a-mother-at-40-advantages-and-disadvantages</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/being-a-mother-at-40-advantages-and-disadvantages</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In our society, it is increasingly common to find women who become mothers at 40 for the first time. The way and pace of life in today&#039;s society cause the decision to become a mother to be delayed, causing the woman&#039;s age of greatest fertility not to coincide with the age ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2023 06:44:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>How to reconcile teleworking with a baby at home</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/how-to-reconcile-teleworking-with-a-baby-at-home</link>
<guid>https://chummom.cc/how-to-reconcile-teleworking-with-a-baby-at-home</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Changes in the world of work, which have been accelerated by the recent pandemic, force many mothers and fathers to telework from home. This has its positive side since we do not have to separate from our baby when maternity/paternity leave ends. However, for many moms and dads, it has become a challenge, so they wonder how to reconcile teleworking with a baby at home. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2023 06:42:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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<title>What should I eat after giving birth</title>
<link>https://chummom.cc/what-should-i-eat-after-giving-birth</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ After childbirth, it is important for the mother to continue taking care of herself, with nutrition being a fundamental pillar at this time, not only to recover from the effort made during pregnancy and childbirth itself but to cope with breastfeeding, if applicable. What should I eat after giving birth?  We explain it to you in the following article. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2023 06:40:21 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Tips for new mothers before and after childbirth</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Although the time of delivery is one of the moments that most worry new mothers, the acid test comes a few days later with the baby&#039;s arrival home. Facing that moment is not easy as new mothers, but as the days go by you will realize that it is all a matter of practice. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2023 06:21:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Blanché</dc:creator>
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