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Navigating Your First Mammogram: What to Expect
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The Heartbeat of Life
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The Importance of Having Fun With Your Partner
Get Pregnant FastIn a recent conversation with a friend, she shared the details of an exciting date night she had with her husband. They enjoyed cocktails on a rooftop terrace while soaking in a stunning sunset, then rented bikes to…
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Navigating Second Puberty: Embracing Change with Humor
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Friends of Their Own: Navigating the New Friendship Landscape
Get Pregnant FastAs my children grow older, I find myself increasingly nostalgic for the days when I had complete control over their friendships. Remember those early years when I could handpick their playmates? Those were the days! The stroller I…
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Talk Me Out of the Ballgame
Get Pregnant FastRecently, I took my two kids—a 5-year-old and a 5-month-old—to a baseball game at Yankee Stadium. Now, let me clarify: I’m not a Yankees fan (go Red Sox!), and thankfully, my boys aren’t either (they better not be!).…
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Humans Of New York Photo Takes the Internet by Storm with Heartfelt Marriage Wisdom
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What Is FHRITP and How Did It Lead to Job Loss?
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Nurturing Your Inner Self: A Guide for Parents
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6-Week-Old Baby: Milestones and Development
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- Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
- It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
- When You’ve Reached Your Limit
- Things You Give Up When Your Kids Outnumber You
- Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
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Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
home insemination syringeAccording to research featured in Psychology Today, it turns out that children inherit their intelligence primarily from their mothers. In fact, studies suggest that as much as 77% of intelligence can be traced back to mom! (Ouch, sorry dads!) The research indicates that the genes linked to intelligence are found on the X…
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It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
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When You’ve Reached Your Limit
home insemination syringe Menu Parenting When You’ve Reached Your Limit by Caroline Miller Updated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: Aug. 25, 2016 My mother once walked out on us — raising her hands in frustration, turning her back, and leaving. We never blamed her; after all, we had pushed her to the edge. She returned…
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Things You Give Up When Your Kids Outnumber You
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Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
home insemination syringe Updated: April 19, 2023 Originally Published: April 19, 2023 We all know that parenting can be exhausting. Have you ever noticed how different you feel by the afternoon? It’s like I wake up full of energy and great intentions, but by the time the clock strikes 2 p.m., I’m barely keeping it…
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10 Easy Ways to Foster a Love of Nature in Your Kids
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Pool Safety Tips for Kids: Insights from a Lifeguard
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It’s Totally Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
home insemination syringe A few months ago, breastfeeding moms faced criticism for being on their phones too much while nursing—coining the cringe-worthy term “brexting.” The critics argue that mothers become so distracted by their devices that they miss out on vital bonding moments with their babies. Some even warn that these distractions can lead to…
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14 Things I No Longer Care About as I Age
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Navigating the Journey of Choosing an Egg Donor
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