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We’re Focused on the Wrong Mosquito-Borne Virus
home insemination syringeThe anxiety surrounding the Zika virus in the United States is palpable. This mosquito-borne virus often comes without symptoms, making it hard to detect, and it poses a significant threat to unborn babies. In pregnant women, Zika can…
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Viral Photo Reveals Moms’ Mixed Emotions on Back-to-School Day
home insemination syringeBack-to-school season is often hailed as the “most wonderful time of the year”—and no, I’m not talking about the holiday festivities. Parents everywhere are celebrating the return to routine, free from the chaos of summer days filled with…
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Why Mommy Bloggers Should Skip Hollywood Events
low cost IUIOne of the things I cherish about blogging is its power to unveil humor in otherwise mundane or frustrating experiences. For instance, there’s the vivid memory of the green marker that Mia used to “decorate” her little brother,…
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Understanding Sensitivity in Relationships: A Lesson from Reddit
home insemination syringeA man recently shared an unflattering photo of his wife’s “period outfit” on Reddit, sparking a wave of criticism and humor from the online community. The husband, identified as Adam, posted the picture with the caption, “This is…
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C-Sections: A Common Misconception
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Toddlers From A to Zzz: A Parental Reflection
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The Impact of Late-Term Abortion Laws on Expectant Parents
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Returning to Work After Baby: The Challenges Every Mother Faces
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To All the Mothers Pursuing Higher Education: Your Resilience is Inspiring
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Brooklyn Decker Shares Hilarious Experience on Her First Flight Away From Baby
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- 4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
- How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
- How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
- A Tidy Home (or Not!)
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
home insemination syringeHey there! Yes, I’m addressing you — the lone individual at this children’s sports event who’s out there berating the referees and players, flailing your arms, and exhaling in frustration, essentially behaving like a petulant child. It’s time for you to take a step back. In fact, take multiple seats. Maybe even grab…
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4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
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How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
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A Tidy Home (or Not!)
low cost IUI We like to think of our home as “rich in love, but light on cash.” Back when we were flush with both affection and funds, we had a little help keeping the place tidy. Fast forward to today, and the responsibility for house cleaning falls squarely on our shoulders. The result? Well,…
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The Joys of Raising an Autistic Teenager
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The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
home insemination syringe Menu Lifestyle Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations by Lila Thompson Oct. 22, 2016 As October arrives, the vibrant hues of autumn foliage emerge, and corn mazes and haunted houses spring to life. You guessed it, it’s that time of year again! Just as the leaves shift their colors, America turns pink…
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
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My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
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