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What It’s Like to Parent Five Kids When Dad’s Not Around
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Texas A&M Coaches Attempt to Simplify Football for Women: A Misguided Effort
Get Pregnant FastIn an eyebrow-raising event, Texas A&M’s football program hosted a presentation aimed at women, which turned out to be a rather misguided attempt at engagement. The $80-per-person event, dubbed “Chalk Talk for Women,” was led by assistant coaches…
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For Every Parent Who Had the Most Challenging Morning Ever
Get Pregnant FastWelcome to what might just be the toughest week of your parenting journey. Seriously, what’s the deal with mornings? Between the frantic rush to get everyone dressed, the endless search for matching socks, and the inevitable meltdowns, it…
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7 Criteria to Assess Your Fitness for Driving a Carpool
home insemination syringe1. Educational Background: The Value of a Liberal Arts Degree Having a degree in the liberal arts can surprisingly equip you for the challenges of carpooling. For instance, if you studied philosophy, you’ll find yourself contemplating deep questions…
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Lady Gaga Takes Center Stage Alongside Survivors of Sexual Assault During Powerful Oscars Performance
home insemination syringeIn an unforgettable performance at the 88th Academy Awards, Lady Gaga honored survivors of sexual assault, delivering a poignant message through her song “Til It Happens to You.” Accompanied by dozens of survivors, each bearing messages of resilience…
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The Joy of Solitude with Your Partner
Get Pregnant FastMelanie and I strolled across campus, both of us in our mid-thirties. While we didn’t look particularly old, we felt out of place next to the youthful crowd of 18 to 22-year-olds flaunting their spring wardrobes—shorts and sleeveless…
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The True Reasons We Built Our Dream Front Porch
home insemination syringeAh, the front porch—a place where dreams and memories intertwine. Back in the days before Pinterest and Instagram kept our heads spinning with inspiration, I spent hours flipping through magazines and driving around, searching for that perfect front…
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15 Cherished Moments to Savor with Your Newborn
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25 Signs You’re Struggling With Your Kids Growing Up Too Fast
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the journey of parenthood can be quite the rollercoaster, especially when it feels like your kids are racing through their childhoods. Here are 25 telltale signs that you might not be handling this transition as gracefully as…
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- Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
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- 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
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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…