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When a Good Girl Decides to Break the Mold
Parenting Insightshome insemination syringeUpdated: Dec. 20, 2015Originally Published: July 3, 2015Maintaining a lifestyle of constant goodness was not feasible. Eventually, I was bound to reach a breaking point. While I wasn’t considering engaging in illegal activities, I began to feel…
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Top Parenting Blunders: A Comedic Reflection
low cost IUIUpdated: Jan. 27, 2015Originally Published: Jan. 19, 2010Things have been pretty uneventful on the parenting front lately, and for a “mommy blogger,” my kids’ typical behavior often leaves me scrambling for entertaining material. So instead of turning my…
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As a Mom of Young Children, I Graciously Decline Your Request
ParentingGet Pregnant FastAs a mom of young kids, I’ve received countless requests: “Can you join the committee?” “Would you be our room mom?” “Are you interested in a leadership role?” The enthusiastic response bubbling inside me is always, “Yes! Absolutely!…
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5 Strategies to Dampen the Clamor of Motherhood
low cost IUIAs a stay-at-home mom, my daily life is accompanied by a delightful soundtrack of giggles, sweet “I love yous,” and an ever-constant stream of chatter from my four lively children. However, this joyful noise is often overshadowed by…
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7 Reasons Ovulation Can Be Challenging for Moms
home insemination syringeAs I navigate motherhood, ovulation has become a significant time of the month for me. While PMS brings its own set of challenges, ovulation ranks a close second. Perhaps it’s due to my busy schedule leaving little room…
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10 Essential Skills of Moms Raising Boys
low cost IUIAs a mother of energetic boys, I often find myself pondering what it would be like to raise a daughter. However, I have no doubt that I would struggle in that realm. My expertise lies in the world…
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Disney Installs Warning Signs and Fencing Following Alligator Incident
home insemination syringeIn a recent incident that cast a shadow over a family vacation, a couple from Nebraska experienced an unimaginable tragedy at Walt Disney World. The Graves family lost their young son, 2-year-old Jake, to an alligator attack at…
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Cervical Insemination Confessions: Leaving Is Simple, Therapy Is Challenging
Get Pregnant FastThe frustration bubbled up inside me, threatening to erupt into a torrent of hurtful remarks. I struggled to keep my composure, fighting to calm the storm brewing within, knowing that this argument was likely to pass. But lately,…
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Capturing the Ideal Family Photo: A Fun Guide
low cost IUIHolidays can be a whirlwind of chaos, yet it’s almost a rite of passage to snap a few family photos for the memory books. The challenge? Getting a great family picture can push you to your limits. Fear…
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Navigating the Sex Talk with My Child Before Kindergarten
Get Pregnant FastWhen chatting with a friend recently, she inquired about when I planned to discuss sex with my kids. At that time, they were 4, 5, and 7 years old. To her surprise, I revealed that I had already…
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- A Teen Couple’s Prom Night Stroll Concludes with a Heartwarming Surprise
- More Children Face Drowning Risks in Open Water Compared to Pools
- Why Watching Adult Content Can Benefit Your Relationship
- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
- The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
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A Teen Couple’s Prom Night Stroll Concludes with a Heartwarming Surprise
low cost IUIIn Seaside Heights, New Jersey, a young couple’s walk home from prom took an unexpected and uplifting turn. ABC producer Mark Johnson shared a touching moment he witnessed involving a same-sex couple and a group of boisterous men. The story, which began with tension, ended on a high note.While enjoying a night out,…
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More Children Face Drowning Risks in Open Water Compared to Pools
low cost IUI As summer arrives, families are gearing up for outings to lakes, rivers, and beaches, but a recent report from Safe Kids Worldwide and Nationwide’s Make Safe Happen emphasizes the ongoing dangers of drowning in open water. While the rate of drownings in swimming pools has seen a decline, incidents in natural bodies…
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Why Watching Adult Content Can Benefit Your Relationship
low cost IUI The first time I explored adult content with a partner was in my early twenties. We were in a serious relationship and had both engaged with it separately before. After I stumbled upon his collection, we decided to experience it together. I was unsure how it would unfold. I knew it would…
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Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
low cost IUI As I rush into preschool to drop off my daughter, Lily, I find myself frantically trying to tame her wild hair for what feels like the hundredth time. I remind her for the umpteenth time not to share her latest fascination with passing gas with her friends or teachers. “Mom, I just…
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The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
low cost IUI As the demand for equality in parenting grows, the need for changing tables in men’s restrooms has become increasingly obvious. The reality is that diaper-changing responsibilities should not fall solely on one parent’s shoulders, regardless of gender. Yet, many public men’s restrooms still lack these essential facilities, which is both frustrating and…
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The End of a Cherished Friendship: A Personal Reflection
low cost IUI About two years ago, I found myself grappling with a deep emotional turmoil. I was slowly losing touch with one of the most important people in my life, and the pain felt more intense than any heartbreak I had experienced in past relationships. The fallout was unexpected. I was labeled as neglectful…
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Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
low cost IUI In a recent political advertisement that has stirred controversy, a father leverages a shotgun to threaten a teenage boy over his daughter’s dating choices. This portrayal exemplifies the troubling perception of paternal control over daughters’ sexuality, echoing sentiments that many thought we had outgrown. The ad features Marcus Bennett, a candidate for…
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My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
low cost IUI My daughter has chosen silence. She’s switched off the location feature on her phone and is staying with her father, harboring deep resentment towards me. Rightly so—I’ve let her down. If this rift doesn’t heal, it stands as my greatest failure as a parent. I can’t push myself into her life. As…
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Betsy DeVos Advocates for Schools to Have Authority to Report Undocumented Students
low cost IUI In her recent testimony before Congress, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos faced backlash for suggesting that individual schools should determine whether to report undocumented students to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). During an educational panel, Representative Marcus Jennings (D-CA) pressed DeVos on whether educators had a duty to notify immigration…
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My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
low cost IUI Updated: Dec. 24, 2019 Originally Published: March 3, 2018 “Slow down! You’re going to endanger us both!” I shouted at my partner. I don’t usually resort to such dramatic outbursts (well, maybe I do). But when you’re hurtling down the Autobahn at about 130 mph, it’s hard not to react. My partner,…