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This Toddler’s Battle with Her Skinny Jeans Reflects Our Struggles
home insemination syringeIn a charming and relatable moment, a toddler grapples with fitting into her skinny jeans, a situation that resonates with many adults. Fashion trends can be tricky; they don’t always accommodate every body type. We’ve all faced the…
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Why Snow Days Can Be a Parenting Nightmare: Insights from the Witty Parents of Twitter
Get Pregnant FastSnow days seem like a dream come true for kids, but let’s be real—parents know they can quickly turn into a chaotic nightmare. Sure, you’ll see posts from those few optimistic parents on social media gushing about the…
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3 Valuable Life Lessons I Gained from Overcoming Stage 4 Cancer
Get Pregnant FastIt was a bright Monday morning in April 2003 when my life took an unexpected turn. I was in the office of my construction company with my 10-week-old son, while my two daughters were at kindergarten. A call…
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How to Enjoy Date Night on a Budget
Get Pregnant FastLet’s face it: we’ve all been there. My beauty routine is basically a collection of sample products that are probably past their prime. Most of my makeup comes from my aunt, who splurges at department store counters just…
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Navigating the Last ‘First’ After a Year of Mourning My Father
home insemination syringeIn the year since my father passed away during our family vacation, we have encountered a series of significant milestones—everything from major events like holidays and birthdays to smaller, poignant moments such as the first time my mother…
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Please Don’t Envy My Tidy Home
home insemination syringeUpdated: Jan. 29, 2018Originally Published: Nov. 2, 2016My home is nearly always in order, even with four rambunctious boys who manage to turn my clean floors into mudtracks and find creative ways to leave evidence of their adventures…
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Navigating the Journey of Raising a Child with Special Needs
low cost IUII found myself in a crowd of around thirty individuals, listening to a panel of experts discussing running techniques (though, since I’m deaf, I focused on their shoes instead). After that, it was my turn to hit the…
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Cervical Insemination: Understanding the Journey of Parenthood
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the world of parenting can often feel like walking through a maze, especially when it comes to topics like insemination. Many couples find themselves exploring different methods to expand their family. If you’re in this boat, you’re…
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Moms: You May Feel Overlooked, But I Recognize You
home insemination syringeIt was the night for Back-to-School introductions, a time that filled me with both excitement and nerves. As a teacher, the classroom soon buzzed with fresh faces of eager four-year-olds and their families. One little boy and his…
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- 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…