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Firefighter Faces Backlash Over Viral Breastfeeding Photo
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Navigating Work-from-Home Life as a Couple
Get Pregnant FastFor those unfamiliar or simply curious, here’s an inside look at what it’s like when both partners in a relationship work from home. You gain an instant support system. Your partner becomes your go-to proofreader, tech support, printer-ink…
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What I Really Wish I’d Learned in High School
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My Edited Self vs. My True Self
home insemination syringeFebruary 15, 2016Every morning, I confront two distinct versions of myself. The first is the real me, who stares back from the mirror, sleep in her eyes and an unenthusiastic expression on her face. The other is what…
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Understanding SIDS Risk: More Than Just Sleep Environment
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12 Exciting Hobbies to Explore in Your 40s
Get Pregnant FastAh, the 40s! This decade often brings newfound freedom as children grow more independent, or perhaps even head off to college. Life tends to settle into a more manageable routine, making it the perfect time to indulge in…
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Viral Image Highlights the Incredible Multitasking Skills of a Pumping Mom
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re a breastfeeding mother, you’re probably all too familiar with the reality of being attached to a breast pump. While those moments can feel isolating and unproductive, some moms have mastered the art of multitasking during these…
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The Quest for the Ideal Stroller: A Journey Towards Control
Get Pregnant FastWhen I was expecting my second child, I embarked on a determined search for the ultimate double stroller. Rather than tapping into the insights I should have gained from my first two years of motherhood, I found myself…
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Redefining Feminism: Embracing Diversity and Individuality
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21 Oreo Varieties That Are More Disturbing Than Thin Oreos
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- March for Science: A Grassroots Initiative in Washington, D.C.
- My Children Cried It Out, and Now They’re Amazing Sleepers—No Regrets Here!
- What It Means to Be a Parent of a Black Child in 2016: A Physician’s Perspective
- A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
- Reflections from Parents of Children With Special Needs: You’re Not Alone
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March for Science: A Grassroots Initiative in Washington, D.C.
low cost IUIScientists are gearing up for their own demonstration in Washington, D.C., fueled by recent restrictions imposed by the Trump administration. This grassroots initiative aims to rally support for science and highlight the importance of empirical evidence in policy-making.Origins of the MarchDr. Emily Carter, a researcher in environmental health, shared that the idea for…
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My Children Cried It Out, and Now They’re Amazing Sleepers—No Regrets Here!
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What It Means to Be a Parent of a Black Child in 2016: A Physician’s Perspective
low cost IUI In 2016, the experience of raising a Black child is fraught with unique challenges that no parent should have to face. For instance, Dr. Angela Richards, a pediatrician living in a suburban neighborhood near Atlanta, Georgia, shares her insights on the realities her family encounters daily. Alongside her husband, Marcus, they are…
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A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
low cost IUI Fascinating Womanhood, penned by Helen Andelin in 1963, draws from earlier booklets from the 1920s and ’30s. Since its debut, the book has sold over two million copies. Depending on your perspective on feminism, Fascinating Womanhood can either represent the ideal role of women within the family or act as a catalyst…
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Reflections from Parents of Children With Special Needs: You’re Not Alone
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Runner Welcomes Stray Dog Who Accompanied Him on 77-Mile Marathon Adventure
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Couple from “Love at First Encounter” Shares Heartbreaking News of Miscarriage
low cost IUI A couple from the reality show “Love at First Encounter” has shared the devastating news of their miscarriage in a heartfelt Instagram post. Just last week, the couple, Mark and Sarah, announced their pregnancy, expressing joy at the upcoming arrival of their first child, a baby boy due this December. In an…
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Striking the Right Balance: Navigating Authority and Flexibility in Parenting
low cost IUI As a pediatrician and a parent, I’ve found that the journey of raising my eldest daughter has been a complex one. From the very beginning, we seemed to have a constant tug-of-war, reminiscent of day 493 into our relationship. My daughter, with her fiery spirit, often mirrors my own tendencies to challenge…
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Understanding Diaper Rash: A Pediatrician’s Perspective
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Excuse Me While I Embrace My Kids
low cost IUI It was during a celebration for a friend’s little one when I found myself in an all-too-familiar situation. My youngest, a baby, was nestled on my right hip, the spot he loves best. Meanwhile, my energetic toddler, Max, tugged at my pants, saying, “Mommy, pick me up, Mommy!” Naturally, I scooped him…