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10 Disgusting Behaviors You Hope Your Kids Never Exhibit (But Likely Will)
home insemination syringeLet’s be honest: children can be quite revolting. From messy diapers and spit-up to the inevitable snot, the challenges of parenting are aplenty. Yet, it’s the more unsanitary and unmentionable actions that can really test a parent’s resolve.…
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Can We Move On from COVID-19? I’m Uncertain
At home insemination kitAs we begin to emerge from the shadows of the pandemic and reflect on our pre-COVID social lives, I find myself pondering the lessons we’ve learned. Much like the character Stan from “South Park,” who often concludes…
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Dreadful Footage of California Wildfires Resembles Apocalypse
low cost IUIThe wildfires raging in California are wreaking havoc, obliterating homes and engulfing vast stretches of land near Los Angeles. Firefighters and emergency personnel are working relentlessly to combat multiple wildfires that ignited this week in Southern California. The…
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To the Moms I Once Judged
Get Pregnant FastDear fellow mothers,Reflecting on my past, I have to reach out to all the moms I’ve unfairly criticized.To the moms I’ve looked down upon for choosing a C-section, I now understand it’s far from an easy route.To the…
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39 Thoughts That Cross My Mind While Cleaning My Son’s Room
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent to a 13-year-old son, I find myself in the bewildering position of having to clean his room from time to time—an endeavor I usually try to avoid. For the past decade-plus, my strategy has been…
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To the Guys Who Catcall Women: Just Knock It Off
home insemination syringeHey there, gents who think it’s clever to holler at women on the street: let’s have a little chat. It’s time to seriously reconsider your approach to interacting with women.First off, let’s be real—it’s just not working. I’m…
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I Developed a New Perspective on My Inner Dialogue
low cost IUIWe had a fantastic conversation recently, and it turns out that Eric was one of the key figures who motivated me to explore meditation. (I delve into this in detail in my upcoming book about habits, Before and…
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The Value of Friendships Across Generations
low cost IUIIt’s common for people to form friendships primarily with those in their own age group. This was certainly true for my partner and me during our college years. We spent most of our time surrounded by peers, rarely…
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Why I Want My Children to Understand What a Responsible Parent Looks Like
low cost IUIAs a physician, I’ve been reflecting on my values during sessions with my therapist, particularly about my role as a father. She’s been challenging me with tough questions about what I truly want in life. For instance, when…
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15 Things My Kids Find Hard to Believe I Experienced as a Child
low cost IUIFor ages, parents have taken joy in recounting the tough realities of their youth to their kids. “Back in my day,” one can imagine ancestors grumbling to their little ones, “We didn’t have fancy tools. We had to…
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At-home intracervical insemination (ICI) has become a popular choice for women and couples hoping to conceive in a comfortable, private setting. Whether you’re starting your fertility journey as a single parent, part of an LGBTQ+ family, or just seeking more control and intimacy in the process, at-home ICI gives you options.
- At Home Insemination in 2025: Trend Talk to Safe Steps
- At Home Insemination Today: Safer Choices, Clearer Rights
- At Home Insemination: A Checklist for Real-Life ICI Talk
- At Home Insemination, Real Talk: Stress, Rights, and Timing
- At Home Insemination, Reality Check: Timing, Steps, Safety
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At Home Insemination in 2025: Trend Talk to Safe Steps
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing: Do you have ovulation tests and a plan for the LH surge? Supplies: Are you using sterile, single-use items (no improvising with household tools)? Source: Do you know whether you’re using a bank donor or a known donor—and what that means for screening and…
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At Home Insemination Today: Safer Choices, Clearer Rights
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing: Do you know your likely fertile window (OPKs, cervical mucus, or BBT)? Screening: Have you planned STI testing and basic health info sharing? Supplies: Do you have sterile, single-use tools made for insemination? Consent: Is everyone clear on roles, boundaries, and expectations? Paper trail:…
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At Home Insemination: A Checklist for Real-Life ICI Talk
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing plan: you have a way to estimate ovulation (LH strips, cervical mucus tracking, or a fertility app). Supplies ready: needle-free syringe, clean collection cup, towels, pads, and a timer. Comfort setup: pillows, privacy, and a low-stress window where you won’t be rushed. Safety basics:…
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At Home Insemination, Real Talk: Stress, Rights, and Timing
One week it’s a TV storyline about a precarious pregnancy. The next week it’s celebrity bump chatter and group texts full of “wait, can you really do that at home?” At the same time, real court rulings and privacy news keep reminding people that family-building isn’t just emotional—it can be legal and logistical, too. At…
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At Home Insemination, Reality Check: Timing, Steps, Safety
Myth: At home insemination is basically a TV-magic moment—one try, one dramatic pause, instant pregnancy. Reality: It’s a real-world process with timing, supplies, and choices that deserve the same care you’d give any health decision. Pop culture may spotlight pregnancy storylines (and celebrity bump updates may fill your feed), but your plan should be built…
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At-Home Insemination IRL: Safer Steps, Smarter Paperwork
Myth: At home insemination is “just a simple DIY moment,” so you don’t need to think about safety, consent, or paperwork. Reality: The steps can be simple, but the stakes aren’t. Between TV storylines that make pregnancy feel extra precarious and real-world headlines about donor rights and privacy rules, people are talking about the parts…
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At Home Insemination, Right Now: ICI Steps That Feel Doable
Some weeks, it feels like every storyline is about pregnancy—on TV, in celebrity news, and in your group chat. Then real life hits: you’re tracking ovulation, washing your hands (again), and trying to keep hope steady. At home insemination can be simple and grounded when you focus on timing, a clean setup, and a calm…
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At Home Insemination: A Real-Life Branching Plan for This Week
On a Tuesday night, “M” paused a streaming medical drama right as the episode turned into a tense pregnancy storyline. The plot hit a little too close to home. Their own calendar had a circled window, a box of ovulation strips on the counter, and one big question: how do we do at home insemination…
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At Home Insemination, Unfiltered: Stress, Timing, and Next Steps
Myth: At home insemination is “just a simple DIY moment,” so it shouldn’t feel heavy. Reality: Even when the steps are straightforward, the emotions can hit hard—especially when timing, money, and relationship expectations stack up in the same week. Pop culture loves a pregnancy storyline with cliffhangers and big feelings. Medical dramas have been leaning…
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At Home Insemination IRL: A Simple Timing Plan That Calms
Pregnancy storylines are everywhere right now—on medical dramas, in celebrity roundups, and across social feeds. That spotlight can feel validating. It can also make the process seem more dramatic than it needs to be. At home insemination works best when you keep the plan simple: protect your timing window, reduce stress, and don’t skip safety…