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5 Reasons I Adore Dolly Parton and Hope My Daughter Will Too
low cost IUIOne of my fondest memories is cruising through town in my mom’s old Bronco, our hair blowing in the wind while belting out “Islands in the Stream.” My mom, with her fabulous big hair and a TAB soda…
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5 Insights I Had Forgotten About Teenage Girls
Get Pregnant FastWhen my daughter was born, it felt like I was revisiting a story I knew all too well. From day one, I noticed our shared traits and was thrilled to discover her love for pink mirrored mine. I’ve…
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They Embrace Life with Joy: 14 Ways Our Kids Outshine Us
Get Pregnant FastEven with the occasional chaos they cause—like turning the living room into a paper mountain—I firmly believe that kids possess a unique intelligence that often outstrips our own. From the moment they enter the world, babies are wired…
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Husband’s Grocery Store Navigation Struggles: A Shared Experience
home insemination syringeNavigating the aisles of a grocery store can be a daunting task, and it turns out that many of us have been there. If you want something done right, just ask a woman—especially when it comes to grocery…
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The Juggling Act of Parenthood
home insemination syringeThere I was, cradling my 4-year-old daughter, who had completely lost it after picking at a scab on her knee. She was convinced she had seen a drop of blood, and let me tell you, she’s quite squeamish…
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Trump’s Absence at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner: A Night of Unforgettable Roasting
home insemination syringeThe White House Correspondents’ Dinner, an annual celebration honoring journalism and its practitioners, took a different turn this year as the President opted not to attend. This event traditionally brings together politicians, lawmakers, and journalists from various backgrounds,…
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The Importance of Building a Support Network for New Moms
home insemination syringeNavigating motherhood can be a daunting journey, and having a support system in place is crucial. I have a close group of friends from university who also became mothers around the same time as I did. We experienced…
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An Open Letter to My Metabolism
home insemination syringeDear Metabolism,How’s it going? I’ve been missing you lately. Remember when I was in my twenties? I could devour a whole Totino’s party pizza for lunch and still feel confident in my bikini later that day. I could…
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11-Year-Old Prodigy Offers College Peers Homework Help
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- Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
- The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
- The Child Left Behind: A Journey of Love and Resilience
- Why is Miscarriage Such a Silent Struggle?
- The Daydreams of Exhausted Moms
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Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
low cost IUIRecently, 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 own hands.…
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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
low cost IUI We all have aspirations. Some people dream of fame, while others yearn for that dream job they don’t dread waking up for each morning. Money, power, romance—the possibilities are endless in our imaginations. However, once you become a mom, many of those fantasies take a backseat to some new, more pressing daydreams.…
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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…
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12 Unexpected Insights from My 20-Year Reunion
low cost IUI Reunions can be eye-opening experiences, especially when it’s been two decades since you last saw your classmates. Here are a dozen surprising things I discovered at my 20th reunion that might inspire you to reconnect with your past. Casual Settings Win: Our 10-year reunion was held in a stiff banquet hall, with…
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10 New Emojis We Wish Would Make Their Debut
low cost IUI It’s no secret that emoji lovers are still grumbling about the absence of a middle finger emoji. Let’s be real; that’s the emoji we’ve all been eagerly anticipating. And while we’re at it, where’s the hot dog, taco, glass of white wine, and lobster? It sounds like someone is eager to show…