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15 Times Showering Is Optional
Get Pregnant FastFeminine grooming can sometimes feel like an endless chore—a part-time job dedicated to maintaining our personal appearance. If we could skip the showering routine, just think of all the time we could reclaim! From hot water and shampoo…
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5 Lessons Your Daughter Can Discover from Your Closet
Get Pregnant FastWhen it comes to fashion, your daughter’s first impressions of an adult woman’s wardrobe likely come from your closet. This space, brimming with shoes that differ from her little sneakers and outfits that outshine her favorite T-shirts, serves…
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A Message to Pro-Life Advocates
home insemination syringeDear Pro-Life Advocate,I’ve taken a step back and listened to your views, and I feel the weight of the assumptions you make about individuals like me. You create a clear divide between right and wrong, as if you…
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To My Fellow Parents Navigating the Chaos
low cost IUIToday, I found one of my toddlers exploring the toilet. Yes, it was as unpleasant as it sounds. I quickly scooped him up, washed his hands, and we carried on with our evening.A mere ten minutes later, I…
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Awkward Questions People Ask When You’re Pregnant Over 40
low cost IUIWhen I was 42, one of my friends asked if the specialist I had consulted—who was meant to ensure I had a safe pregnancy—had given me the green light to have a baby. “But I thought you were…
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Navigating a Zero-Based Budget as a New Parent
Get Pregnant FastBecoming a parent is an exciting adventure, but it can also bring financial stress, especially if life throws you a curveball like a job loss. When Jenna was pregnant with her second child, her husband unexpectedly lost his…
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PSA: Cat Owners, Beware of Easter Lilies!
Get Pregnant FastAs spring blooms and we welcome the warmth of the season, it’s that time of year when vibrant flowers start to appear everywhere, particularly around Easter. Grocery stores and garden centers are filled with stunning, aromatic flowers, perfect…
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9 Reasons Why Christmas in a Small Family Is Extra Festive
home insemination syringeUpdated: Dec. 15, 2023Originally Published: Dec. 25, 2021While larger families often create a natural holiday atmosphere with bustling gatherings, overflowing gift exchanges, and a chorus of laughter, small families can also cultivate a uniquely festive experience. Having grown…
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Moms Don’t Have It All Figured Out: Dispelling Common Misconceptions
home insemination syringeBefore I embraced motherhood, I held the belief that mothers possessed an inherent understanding of parenting. After all, they have spent a considerable amount of time with their children, so surely they must know things like whether their…
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You Don’t Always Have the Right to Be Heard
low cost IUIIn today’s society, discussions about privilege often lead to eye rolls and dismissive attitudes. Many people feel that conversations about privilege are exaggerated, or fail to comprehend what being on the “privileged” side truly entails. It is important…
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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,…