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10 Questions You Should Avoid Asking a Large Family
low cost IUIAs we venture out in our big crew, the remarks and stares keep coming. Honestly, sometimes I feel like I’m on the verge of losing it and doing something wild, like launching a cantaloupe at a curious onlooker.…
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8 Parents Who Will Make You Feel Better About Your Own Parenting Skills
low cost IUIStruggling with self-doubt as a parent? Let’s take a look at some infamous parents who really took things to a whole new level—guaranteeing that you can feel good about your own choices! The Balloon Family: Remember when the…
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I Call Nonsense on Those Who Claim It’s Safe to Leave Young Children Alone in Cars
Get Pregnant FastRecently, a well-known public figure made headlines for a controversial parenting choice. Allegedly, singer Lisa Hartman left her two young children—ages four and eighteen months—in the car for about ten minutes while she ran into a nearby store.…
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Navigating the Conversation About Reproduction: A Parent’s Guide
home insemination syringeRecently, during a typical evening, my nine-year-old, Alex, approached me with a rather direct question: “I asked dad how babies are made, but he said you’d be angry if he told me.”Initially, I felt perplexed about how to…
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Navigating Infertility Jealousy: A Shared Struggle
Get Pregnant FastIf you’ve ever yearned for a baby while surrounded by expectant mothers, you know the feeling all too well. It’s almost surreal how, no matter where you go, you seem to encounter women proudly displaying their baby bumps.…
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Boost Happiness by Recognizing Unhappiness
low cost IUISeems simple, right? Well, not quite. I was shocked to discover how often I dismissed others’ feelings until I made a conscious effort to change. Phrases like, “You always enjoy this!” or “Come on, you should be excited!”…
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Parenting Jargon: BabyCenter vs. Reality
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the parenting landscape can feel like a journey between two worlds: the idealized version presented by BabyCenter and the sometimes chaotic reality of daily life. This distinction is akin to comparing a fairy tale to a gritty…
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3 Essential Body Image Lessons to Share with Our Daughters (And Ourselves)
Get Pregnant FastLet’s dive into a topic that’s both personal and universal: body image. I used to tip the scales at nearly 300 pounds. At 5 feet 4 inches, I found myself firmly in the “obese” category, and to say…
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- Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
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- The 5 Phases of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly: A Doctor’s Perspective
- The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
- The Child Left Behind: A Journey of Love and Resilience
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Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
low cost IUIWhen a mother heads out of town, do you find yourself leaving exceedingly thorough instructions for your partner, almost as if you doubt their ability to manage the kids? I confess I’ve been guilty of this, often providing an overload of guidance for my partner when I’m away for a few days. These…
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Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
low cost IUI Recently, Target made headlines by announcing it would stop using gender-specific signage in its stores, including the separation of toys by gender. This decision didn’t sit well with some customers, who took to Target’s Facebook page to express their displeasure. Enter Facebook user Jake Thompson, who decided to take matters into his…
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The 5 Phases of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly: A Doctor’s Perspective
low cost IUI As the clock creeps toward midnight on Christmas Eve, many parents find themselves navigating the chaotic landscape of toy assembly. It’s a familiar journey, one that often begins with a mix of denial and disbelief. Denial In the initial phase, you convince yourself that the mountain of packages strewn across the living…
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The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
low cost IUI Navigating life as a gay dad can be quite the adventure! While the biggest challenge doesn’t stem from raising my kids, who are already curious about why we don’t have a “Mommy,” it’s more about how to explain our family dynamics to others. My twins are smart and open-minded, so that part…
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The Child Left Behind: A Journey of Love and Resilience
low cost IUI This isn’t a tale about the loss of our daughter, Lily. There are countless accounts from mothers who have faced the unimaginable grief of losing a child. During our darkest days, I found solace in those narratives—they provided a glimmer of hope that I could navigate through the heartache. Instead, this story…
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Why is Miscarriage Such a Silent Struggle?
low cost IUI My first pregnancy was a breeze, just like I assumed it would be for most women. But when I faced the devastating news of losing my baby, the term “miscarriage” felt like a dark cloud hovering over me. I thought to myself, “This can’t be happening to me—I’m young and healthy.” No…
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The Daydreams of Exhausted Moms
low cost IUI We all have aspirations. Some people dream of fame, while others yearn for that dream job they don’t dread waking up for each morning. Money, power, romance—the possibilities are endless in our imaginations. However, once you become a mom, many of those fantasies take a backseat to some new, more pressing daydreams.…
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13 Life Lessons About Money I Want My Kids to Learn Beyond Just Dollars and Cents
low cost IUI Last weekend, I took my kids to my mom’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the stories of her childhood, like dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store, and visiting the small cemetery where our family members rest. However, what really struck them was witnessing poverty in…
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This Common Core Worksheet Is Leaving Parents Stumped
low cost IUI Can you take a look at this math worksheet and understand why the answers were marked as “incorrect”? The image has garnered over three million views in just a week, and the response has been largely… “Huh?” Understanding the Confusion Let’s start with the first question: 5×3 does equal 15, right? So…
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The 5 Most Awkward Aspects of Your Gynecological Exam
low cost IUI If you’re not in the delightful state of pregnancy (lucky you!), chances are you’ll find yourself at your annual gynecological exam – an experience as enjoyable as convincing a toddler to eat a plate of Brussels sprouts. I’m no medical expert (unless you count being an expert in wine tasting), but I’m…