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Even Wonderful Parents Can Raise Troubling Adults
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The Transformational Insight That Redefined My Parenting Approach
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A Handy Translation of Your Friend’s Recent Facebook Post
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Our Family Finds Joy in Separate Adventures on Weekends and Vacations
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Muslim Women in America: A Climate of Fear and Vulnerability
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The New Father’s Manual for Supporting Your Partner
Communicate Timely: If you anticipate being late, inform your partner as soon as possible. Think back to times when you faced a challenge, like completing a set of exercises—you wouldn’t want someone to add more to your plate at the…
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The Hilarious Parents of Twitter on Why Swimming Is a Nightmare
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Critical Thinking and the College Applicant
Get Pregnant FastEncouraging a child to think critically is akin to instructing them to “just be cool.” You might as well hire a character like the Fonz for that lesson, but there’s no real curriculum for being cool. Educators need…
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The Youngest Child: Embracing the Role of the Baby of the Family
Get Pregnant FastYou and I, my dear, are the little ones in our families. You have an older brother and sister, while I have two of each. They arrived first, and then we joined the party as the last little…
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Overcoming Domestic Violence: My Journey to Freedom
Get Pregnant Fast“Why can’t you just be quiet, you worthless piece of trash?” His words cut through the air, sharp and deliberate. That was his go-to insult, aimed straight at my deepest insecurities. He knew exactly how to hurt me,…
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- Budget Proposal Cuts $9 Billion from Public Education, Diverts Funds to Private Schools
- 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
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Budget Proposal Cuts $9 Billion from Public Education, Diverts Funds to Private Schools
low cost IUIIn a recent budget proposal, President George Stevenson unveiled a plan that significantly reduces funding for public education by $9 billion, translating to a 13 percent cut. This controversial move reallocates funds towards private education, raising concerns about the future of public schooling in America. Critics argue that this initiative could be characterized…
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March for Science: A Grassroots Initiative in Washington, D.C.
low cost IUI Scientists 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 March Dr. Emily Carter, a researcher in environmental health, shared that…
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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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Understanding Men’s Perspectives on Birth Control
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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
low cost IUI In an inspiring tale of companionship, an extreme marathon runner has decided to adopt a stray dog that joined him for a remarkable 77 miles during a grueling race. The dog, who began following the runner and refused to leave his side, became an integral part of the journey. The runner, Jack…
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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…