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To the Cool Mom at the Playground Who Handled It All with Grace
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20 Signs It’s Time to Dive Into Spring Cleaning
low cost IUIWe all reach that tipping point with our homes, don’t we? After months of navigating the chaos of the holidays and the endless indoor antics of kids (thanks, Winter!), our homes often bear the brunt of our sanity…
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The Unseen Badges of Motherhood
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This Innovative Product Facilitates Skin-To-Skin Bonding for C-Section Moms
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Navigating a Sexless Marriage: A Doctor’s Perspective
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7 Insights Your SAT Tutor Hopes You Understand
The Environment Matters: If I step into your home and notice multiple televisions but a lack of books, it’s a strong indicator that your child may face challenges on the SAT. Having spent six years tutoring various subjects in New…
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After Facing Online Harassment from Fellow Moms, Blogger Discovers ‘It’s the Parents Who Are the Issue’
home insemination syringeAussie blogger Clara Smith recently shared her thoughts on a topic that resonates with many parents: the disconnect in sexual desire within relationships. In her blog post about those “quickies” that often occur when life gets busy, she…
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Why Are Unique Baby Names So Popular Today?
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These Heartwarming Encounters Show That If You Resemble Santa, You’d Better Be Ready to Embrace the Role
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Teachers Step Down After Inappropriate Chats Expose Insults About Students and Families
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- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
- The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
- Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
- My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
- My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
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Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
low cost IUIAs 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 tooted!”…
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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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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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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,…
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What Does “I Hate You” Really Indicate? And Other Teen Expressions
low cost IUI Parenting By Emily Carter Updated: January 20, 2018 “I can’t stand you!” my teenage daughter yelled, her voice filled with fury. “You won’t be at my wedding and you’ll never meet your grandkids!” In that moment, it felt as if her words were daggers aimed directly at my heart. The intensity of…
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Breaking News: Yes, You Can Be a Punctual Parent—Here’s How
low cost IUI Growing up, my father had a saying: “If you’re on time, you’re late.” I vividly recall him ushering our family out the door well ahead of any scheduled event. It became a running joke that he often spent more time in airport lounges than on his actual flights, thanks to his unwavering…
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What I Discovered After Complimenting a Stranger at a Restaurant
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Trump’s Controversial Remarks on Childbirth at March For Life Rally
low cost IUI During a recent speech at the March For Life rally, President Donald Trump made a bewildering statement regarding childbirth that raised eyebrows across the nation. The President, marking a historic moment as the first sitting commander-in-chief to address the rally, expressed his disapproval of babies being born at full-term, specifically in the…
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I Am Nothing Like My Mother — And That’s A Good Thing
low cost IUI It became abundantly clear to me that my mother and I are fundamentally different when I witnessed her capture a mouse using only her bare hands. I was perched on the dining room table, screaming in horror, while she calmly handled the situation as if it were an everyday occurrence. Honestly, the…