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Why We’re Encouraging Our Kids to Share a Room
Get Pregnant FastBy: Lisa Thompson Updated: Feb. 19, 2021 Originally Published: Feb. 17, 2016There was a moment—perhaps fueled by a severe lack of sleep—when I suggested to my partner that our two boys should share a bedroom. I must have…
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6 Sneaky Things I Do When My Kids Aren’t Watching
Get Pregnant FastParenting is all about honesty, or so I tell myself. In our household, we prioritize truthfulness, and I expect my kids to do the same. However, that doesn’t mean they need to know every single thing I do,…
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5 Iconic ’90s Music Video Remakes We’d Love to Witness
home insemination syringeThe nostalgia of the ’90s continues to inspire creativity, especially when it comes to music videos. Recently, a collaboration on a classic song reminded us of the unforgettable visuals from that era. Here are five music videos from…
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Recess Should Never Be Taken Away as a Punitive Measure in Schools
home insemination syringeAs an educator, I can confidently assert that contemporary education relies heavily on research and data. We analyze formative assessments to gauge ongoing student learning and summative assessments to evaluate the completion of that learning. We scrutinize past…
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The $100 Allowance Adventure
low cost IUIOne day, my 13-year-old daughter, Mia, had a brilliant idea. “What if you give me $100 and I’ll cover all my expenses for the school year?” She had been inspired by her frugal cousin, who is a bit…
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How an Incident Made Me Feel Like I Let My Child Down
home insemination syringeLet me start by saying this is one of the most vulnerable and terrifying experiences I’ve ever shared. I hope that by opening up, I can support other parents who might be grappling with anxiety, depression, and overwhelming…
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I Lost My Mother to Postpartum Depression: A Journey of Healing and Awareness
Get Pregnant FastAfter recently receiving a diagnosis of postpartum depression (PPD) myself, I felt compelled to connect with other women who have faced similar challenges. Through my blog, I reached out, and the responses were overwhelming. One story, in particular,…
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Embracing My Son’s Competitive Nature
home insemination syringeNot long ago, I was enjoying a game of Candyland with my 3-year-old, Lucas. He was so close to reaching King Kandy’s castle and couldn’t contain his excitement. But just as often happens in the thrilling world of…
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Alzheimer’s Took My Father, and I’m Afraid It May Claim Me Too
Get Pregnant FastIt began innocuously enough—misplacing his car keys, a common occurrence for many. Soon after, he began to forget to take his medication. Cold containers of yogurt and milk were left in the cupboard, abandoned like forgotten memories.As a…
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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: A Real-Life Branching Plan for This Week
- At Home Insemination, Unfiltered: Stress, Timing, and Next Steps
- At Home Insemination IRL: A Simple Timing Plan That Calms
- At Home Insemination IRL: A Clear ICI Routine That Works
- At Home Insemination: The ICI Game Plan Everyone’s Debating
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At Home Insemination: A Real-Life Branching Plan for This Week
On a Tuesday night, “M” paused a streaming medical drama right as the episode turned into a tense pregnancy storyline. The plot hit a little too close to home. Their own calendar had a circled window, a box of ovulation strips on the counter, and one big question: how do we do at home insemination…
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At Home Insemination, Unfiltered: Stress, Timing, and Next Steps
Myth: At home insemination is “just a simple DIY moment,” so it shouldn’t feel heavy. Reality: Even when the steps are straightforward, the emotions can hit hard—especially when timing, money, and relationship expectations stack up in the same week. Pop culture loves a pregnancy storyline with cliffhangers and big feelings. Medical dramas have been leaning…
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At Home Insemination IRL: A Simple Timing Plan That Calms
Pregnancy storylines are everywhere right now—on medical dramas, in celebrity roundups, and across social feeds. That spotlight can feel validating. It can also make the process seem more dramatic than it needs to be. At home insemination works best when you keep the plan simple: protect your timing window, reduce stress, and don’t skip safety…
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At Home Insemination IRL: A Clear ICI Routine That Works
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing: You have a plan for your fertile window (tracking method chosen and started). Supplies: Clean collection container, syringe designed for insemination (not a needle), towels, optional lube that’s fertility-friendly. Comfort: A setup that won’t rush you—privacy, pillows, and a realistic cleanup plan. Safety: STI…
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At Home Insemination: The ICI Game Plan Everyone’s Debating
Myth: At home insemination is basically a TV-magic moment—one try, one scene cut, instant pregnancy. Reality: It’s closer to a timing puzzle than a plot twist. The biggest difference-maker is usually when you try, not how complicated you make it. What people are reacting to right now (and why it matters) Pregnancy storylines on medical…
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At Home Insemination, Right Now: A No-Waste Cycle Playbook
TV doctors make pregnancy look like a cliffhanger. Celebrity bump news makes it look effortless. Real life is usually quieter—and more logistical. At home insemination works best when you treat timing and setup like a simple, repeatable plan, not a vibe. What people are buzzing about (and why it hits differently) Recent TV storylines have…
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At Home Insemination in the Spotlight: Real ICI Prep & Steps
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing plan: you know how you’ll track ovulation (OPKs, cervical mucus, BBT, or a combo). Donor plan: you’ve talked through expectations, boundaries, and what happens if feelings change. Paperwork plan: you understand that laws can treat at-home conception differently than clinic pathways. Supplies: you have…
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At Home Insemination, IRL: From Rom-Com Vibes to Real Steps
Is at home insemination actually doable without turning your bedroom into a clinic? Why does it feel like everyone is talking about family-building right now—from celebrity bump chatter to court rulings? And what matters most if you’re trying ICI at home: timing, technique, comfort, or paperwork? Yes, at home insemination can be doable for many…
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At Home Insemination, IRL: A Calm Plan to Not Waste a Cycle
Some weeks, it feels like every storyline has a pregnancy plot twist. You see it in medical TV dramas, in celebrity bump chatter, and even in documentaries that make you rethink who you trust. When you’re trying to conceive, that cultural noise can hit differently—especially if you’re planning at home insemination and you want to…
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At Home Insemination, IRL: The Conversations People Avoid
People love a pregnancy storyline until it feels a little too real. That’s why certain TV plots land differently when the character’s pregnancy is precarious—and why viewers end up talking about the choices behind the scenes. At home insemination is less about “the method” and more about the conversations: timing, consent, boundaries, and what you’ll…