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Welcoming a Daughter: A Thrilling Adventure
home insemination syringeWelcoming a daughter into your life can be akin to navigating a thrilling amusement park ride—an exhilarating experience that can sometimes feel unpredictable. Although I have a personal aversion to roller coasters and have not ridden one since…
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Mastering French: A Guide for English Speakers of Any Age
Acknowledge Your Potential: Understand that learning French is entirely possible, regardless of your age. Many people are successfully picking up new languages every day. You’ve likely been captivated by the romantic allure of France and its culture through movies and…
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Tween Tech: Essential Insights for Parents on ‘Jott’
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10 Questions for Paralympian Sarah Collins
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My Husband’s Affair and Why I Chose to Stay
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Forget Gender Stereotypes: I Want My Son to Embrace His Authentic Self
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Navigating the Shadows of Alzheimer’s
Get Pregnant FastThere’s a painful irony that strikes me when my student from Japan effortlessly retrieves a word that eludes me as I teach him English. Similarly, I’m often amazed when my 6-year-old finishes my sentences with more clarity than…
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Why Holiday Birthdays Disappoint, Especially for Kids
Get Pregnant FastThe moment I spotted that positive pregnancy test, a wave of anxiety washed over me. “Please don’t be a December baby,” I silently pleaded with the little one growing inside. I was all too aware of the implications.…
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12 Essential Guidelines for Thriving in Suburbia
Get Pregnant FastWelcome to our delightful suburban enclave! Life here is both serene and fulfilling. To enhance your experience, we’ve established a set of guidelines—set in metaphorical stone, of course. Please take a moment to review them. Note that the…
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- Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
- If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
- My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
- We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
- Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
home insemination syringeMenuLifestyleBattling Breast Cancer for Future Generationsby Lila Thompson Oct. 22, 2016As October arrives, the vibrant hues of autumn foliage emerge, and corn mazes and haunted houses spring to life. You guessed it, it’s that time of year again! Just as the leaves shift their colors, America turns pink in recognition of National Breast…
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
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My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
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We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
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Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
home insemination syringe According 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…
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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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American Academy of Pediatrics Revises ‘No Screens Under 2’ Policy
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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…