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When Anxiety Turns into a Fear of Cars
low cost IUIIn December, during my ninth month of pregnancy with my first child, I faced my greatest fear. On a quiet Sunday evening, my partner, Alex, went to the grocery store for some essentials. Out of nowhere, a drunk…
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Let’s Discuss Sexuality
home insemination syringeParentingLet’s Discuss Sexuality by Jenna Carter Sep. 16, 2016Let’s discuss sexuality. If you’re anything like me and grew up to the tunes of Salt-N-Pepa, you might find yourself instinctively finishing that phrase with, “Ba-by…” (And if you’re truly…
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Target and I: A Retail Romance
low cost IUIIf we’re being polite—and I definitely want to avoid any family scandal—I’m like the ultimate marketer’s fantasy. But let’s be real: I’m totally addicted to Target.There, I said it. I stroll into the store armed with a list,…
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A Teen’s Pokémon Go Experience Leads to Traffic Accident
low cost IUIIn a troubling incident highlighting the potential dangers of mobile gaming, a 15-year-old girl, whom we’ll call Sarah, was struck by a car while playing Pokémon Go. The accident occurred about 20 miles outside of Pittsburgh, where Sarah…
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Why I Choose Not to Pay My Sons for Chores
Get Pregnant FastAs we begin to introduce the concept of chores to my 5-year-old son, he’s currently in charge of putting away his toys at the end of the day and “helping” me with laundry and vacuuming. Sure, his vacuuming…
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Why I, a Pregnant Doctor, Chose to Get the COVID Vaccine
At home insemination kitA patient once asked me, “Are you planning to get the COVID vaccine, doc?” Her expression was a mix of curiosity and concern, especially since my hospital had just opened up sign-ups for healthcare workers. This felt…
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Neighbors Sue Home-Schooling Family Over ‘Noisy’ Children Playing Outside
home insemination syringeIn a peculiar case from Texas, a couple has initiated legal action against their neighbors due to the perceived disruptive noise created by the children of a home-schooling family. This situation exemplifies a growing intolerance some individuals exhibit…
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11 Common Phrases Dads Use at the Playground (And Their True Implications)
They say: “Your child looks to be around my kid’s age—about 21 months.” They mean: “I’m not just hanging out here; I’m supervising a child, not lurking.” They say: “My spouse and I frequent that place often.” They mean: “I’m…
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A Taco Cleanse? Count Us In!
low cost IUIWhen the term “cleanse” comes to mind, many envision concoctions of beets, fish eyes, and frequent trips to the restroom. Sure, some might feel revitalized afterward, but I’m not keen on sipping kale smoothies while living in the…
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The Ongoing Struggle Against Hate Crimes in 2018
low cost IUIIn 2018, incidents of violence against the LGBTQ community remain alarmingly prevalent. A Nashville resident, whom we’ll call Alex Carter, recently endured a brutal attack in the parking lot of his apartment complex, believed to be motivated by…
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At-home intracervical insemination (ICI) has become a popular choice for women and couples hoping to conceive in a comfortable, private setting. Whether you’re starting your fertility journey as a single parent, part of an LGBTQ+ family, or just seeking more control and intimacy in the process, at-home ICI gives you options.
- At Home Insemination, Minus the Montage: ICI You Can Prep For
- At Home Insemination: A No-Waste Cycle Plan People Use Now
- At Home Insemination, IRL: A Budget-Smart Plan That Works
- At Home Insemination in the Spotlight: Real Questions, Real Risks
- At-Home Insemination When Baby News Is Everywhere: A Guide
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At Home Insemination, Minus the Montage: ICI You Can Prep For
Baby news is everywhere. One minute it’s a celebrity bump watch, the next it’s a plotline where a pregnancy gets written into a show. If you’re trying to conceive, that noise can feel oddly personal. It can also make at home insemination seem either effortless or impossibly complicated. Here’s the grounded version: at home insemination…
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At Home Insemination: A No-Waste Cycle Plan People Use Now
Is every celebrity bump headline making you feel behind? Are TV storylines about surprise pregnancies messing with your expectations? And if you’re doing at home insemination, how do you avoid wasting a cycle? Yes, the baby-news cycle is loud. Entertainment sites keep rolling out “who’s expecting” lists, and magazines keep tracking new announcements. Meanwhile, real…
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At Home Insemination, IRL: A Budget-Smart Plan That Works
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing plan: you know how you’ll identify your fertile window (OPKs, cervical mucus, BBT, or a combo). Sperm plan: you’ve agreed on source, logistics, and what happens if timing shifts. Supplies: you have clean, body-safe tools and a backup option if something breaks or arrives…
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At Home Insemination in the Spotlight: Real Questions, Real Risks
Is everyone really talking about pregnancy right now? Yes—celebrity announcements and “who’s expecting” roundups keep popping up, and it can make baby-making feel like a trend. Does that mean at home insemination is simple? Not exactly. It can be straightforward, but it still involves biology, timing, and real safety choices. What’s the part people don’t…
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At-Home Insemination When Baby News Is Everywhere: A Guide
Is everyone suddenly pregnant? Is at home insemination actually realistic for regular people? And how do you keep it safe and drama-free when laws and opinions feel loud? Yes, the baby-news cycle can feel nonstop. Between celebrity pregnancy roundups, entertainment stories about pregnancies written into TV plots, and new dramas that make parenthood look intense,…
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At Home Insemination, Real Life Edition: Comfort, Steps, Safety
Is everyone suddenly talking about pregnancy? Yes—between celebrity bump updates, entertainment coverage, and storylines that write pregnancies into TV shows, it can feel like baby news is everywhere. Does that mean at home insemination is “easy” or instant? Not usually. Real-life attempts are more like a calm routine than a movie montage. So what actually…
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At Home Insemination: A Practical ICI Plan Beyond Celebrity Bumps
On a random Tuesday night, “Maya” (not her real name) was doomscrolling: celebrity bump photos, a fresh wave of pregnancy announcements, and a TV recap where a character’s pregnancy got written into the plot like it was no big deal. She closed the app and looked at her own calendar. No glam squad. No writers’…
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At Home Insemination, Not a Montage: ICI That Feels Doable
Myth: At home insemination is basically a rom-com montage—one candle, one try, instant pregnancy. Reality: It’s closer to a small, repeatable routine: timing, clean supplies, a gentle ICI technique, and a plan that fits your life. It’s hard not to notice how pregnancy is everywhere right now. Celebrity announcement roundups keep circulating, and entertainment sites…
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At Home Insemination IRL: Timing, Safety, and Today’s Talk
Myth: At home insemination is basically what you see on TV—dramatic, spontaneous, and somehow always successful. Reality: Most real-life success looks boring: good timing, clean technique, and a plan that doesn’t waste a cycle. Right now, “baby storylines” are everywhere. A new limited drama about babies has people talking about heartbreak and hope. Entertainment lists…
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At Home Insemination, On Your Terms: Timing, Talk, Trust
Baby announcements are everywhere. One week it’s a celebrity roundup, the next it’s a show writing a pregnancy into the plot, and suddenly your group chat is all bump speculation. For people trying to conceive, that noise can feel like pressure. It can also spark real questions about what’s possible at home. At home insemination…