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Is Financing Your College Education Still Feasible for Today’s Students?
home insemination syringeThe rising costs of tuition have outpaced the earnings of students working part-time during their college years, according to a recent analysis featured in The Atlantic. A student without family support or financial aid would need to work…
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The Enduring Pain of Divorce: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the world as a divorced mother has been my reality for the past ten months. While I won’t count the preceding year of separation—when I still held onto the hope for reconciliation—this duration has been long enough…
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Guy Attempts to Purchase Makeup for His Girlfriend, Results in Laughter
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21 Insights from Your Baby’s First Year
Get Pregnant FastIt’s hard to believe that this past year has flown by in a whirlwind. It all started with the arrival of my little one last August. Just six months later, we packed up and moved from a quiet…
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Today’s Grocery Store Anxiety: A Tale of a Newbie Couponer
Get Pregnant FastI usually take pride in my ability to stay calm during stressful moments. Serenity was my forte—before parenthood entered the mix. Having kids has somewhat stripped away my former cool demeanor. My little ones can transform a peaceful…
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Paternity Leave: A Necessary Component of Paid Family Leave
Get Pregnant FastI welcomed my second child into the world this past January. It’s hard to believe that over eight months have gone by, and yet I feel like I’m still in recovery mode. But maybe I shouldn’t say that…
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Apologies, But Your 1-Year-Old Isn’t the Best Eater
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A Heartfelt Note to Dads Who Embrace Equal Responsibility in Childcare
Get Pregnant FastMy partner, Jake, isn’t perfect. He leaves his socks in the most random places and has a knack for getting lost even with GPS. He often overlooks the overflowing trash bin, and let’s not even talk about his…
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I Will Continue to Share Joyful Moments
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The Experience of Being a Former Mother
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- Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
- It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
- When You’ve Reached Your Limit
- Things You Give Up When Your Kids Outnumber You
- Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
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Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
home insemination syringeAccording 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 X…
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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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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…
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10 Easy Ways to Foster a Love of Nature in Your Kids
home insemination syringe I have to admit, I’m not the most outdoorsy person. Camping? No thanks! Hiking? Only if it’s short and there’s a restroom nearby. Despite this, I hold a deep appreciation for the natural world. There’s something magical about watching a sunset or observing a caterpillar traverse a stick that brings me joy.…
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Pool Safety Tips for Kids: Insights from a Lifeguard
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It’s Totally Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
home insemination syringe A few months ago, breastfeeding moms faced criticism for being on their phones too much while nursing—coining the cringe-worthy term “brexting.” The critics argue that mothers become so distracted by their devices that they miss out on vital bonding moments with their babies. Some even warn that these distractions can lead to…
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14 Things I No Longer Care About as I Age
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Navigating the Journey of Choosing an Egg Donor
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