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Dear White Parents of My Black Child’s Friends: I’m Reaching Out for Your Support
home insemination syringeI’ve been grappling with how to communicate some important thoughts with you. My hesitation comes from my own feelings of vulnerability—shame for not recognizing these issues before they became personal to my family and fear that your reactions…
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Mississippi Has Enacted the Nation’s Strictest Abortion Legislation
low cost IUIMississippi is set to impose one of the most severe abortion laws in the United States, outlawing the procedure after just 15 weeks. The only abortion clinic left in the state is gearing up to challenge this legislation…
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I Shouldn’t Feel Grateful That My Son Doesn’t ‘Appear Black’
low cost IUIBy: Jamila CarterMy son is biracial. His father is Caucasian, and while he resembles me, he has inherited his father’s fair complexion. He can be quite pale, and even when he gets a tan, he often appears like…
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18 Essential Tips for New Mothers of Multiples
home insemination syringeLife often presents challenges that stretch our limits, a truth that new mothers of multiples understand all too well. Whether you are welcoming two, three, or even more little ones simultaneously, preparing for this journey is crucial. Here…
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It’s Time to Stop Downplaying Your Achievements
home insemination syringeAs I sat sipping coffee with my friend Ava, who I hadn’t seen in ages, she asked how my new career was progressing. After switching fields a few years ago, I’ve put in the hard work to make…
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A Florida Elementary School’s Controversial Pledge of Allegiance Opt-Out Form
low cost IUIA Florida elementary school recently ignited a firestorm on social media after distributing a form that allowed parents to opt their children out of reciting the Pledge of Allegiance each morning. The permission slip, which appeared rather straightforward,…
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The Day a Letter from a Leader Inspired My Child
low cost IUIEarlier this summer, I decided to reach out to a prominent figure through her website, not expecting much beyond a generic response. I assumed my note would be read by a staff member who might chuckle at my…
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Grandpa’s Flower Role: A Heartwarming Wedding Surprise
low cost IUIWhen envisioning a wedding, most people picture adorable flower girls scattering petals down the aisle. However, one bride took a delightful twist on tradition by introducing her “flower grandpa” to the ceremony, and it quickly became a heartwarming…
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Navigating the Challenges of C-Sections: A Doctor’s Perspective
low cost IUIIn the realm of childbirth, the notion that a cesarean section is “the easy way out” is not only misguided but also deeply absurd. As a medical professional, I’ve witnessed firsthand the complexities involved in both planned and…
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- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
- The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
- Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
- My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
- My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
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Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
low cost IUIAs I rush into preschool to drop off my daughter, Lily, I find myself frantically trying to tame her wild hair for what feels like the hundredth time. I remind her for the umpteenth time not to share her latest fascination with passing gas with her friends or teachers. “Mom, I just tooted!”…
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The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
low cost IUI As the demand for equality in parenting grows, the need for changing tables in men’s restrooms has become increasingly obvious. The reality is that diaper-changing responsibilities should not fall solely on one parent’s shoulders, regardless of gender. Yet, many public men’s restrooms still lack these essential facilities, which is both frustrating and…
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Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
low cost IUI In a recent political advertisement that has stirred controversy, a father leverages a shotgun to threaten a teenage boy over his daughter’s dating choices. This portrayal exemplifies the troubling perception of paternal control over daughters’ sexuality, echoing sentiments that many thought we had outgrown. The ad features Marcus Bennett, a candidate for…
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My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
low cost IUI My daughter has chosen silence. She’s switched off the location feature on her phone and is staying with her father, harboring deep resentment towards me. Rightly so—I’ve let her down. If this rift doesn’t heal, it stands as my greatest failure as a parent. I can’t push myself into her life. As…
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My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
low cost IUI Updated: Dec. 24, 2019 Originally Published: March 3, 2018 “Slow down! You’re going to endanger us both!” I shouted at my partner. I don’t usually resort to such dramatic outbursts (well, maybe I do). But when you’re hurtling down the Autobahn at about 130 mph, it’s hard not to react. My partner,…
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What Does “I Hate You” Really Indicate? And Other Teen Expressions
low cost IUI Parenting By Emily Carter Updated: January 20, 2018 “I can’t stand you!” my teenage daughter yelled, her voice filled with fury. “You won’t be at my wedding and you’ll never meet your grandkids!” In that moment, it felt as if her words were daggers aimed directly at my heart. The intensity of…
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Breaking News: Yes, You Can Be a Punctual Parent—Here’s How
low cost IUI Growing up, my father had a saying: “If you’re on time, you’re late.” I vividly recall him ushering our family out the door well ahead of any scheduled event. It became a running joke that he often spent more time in airport lounges than on his actual flights, thanks to his unwavering…
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What I Discovered After Complimenting a Stranger at a Restaurant
low cost IUI It was a typical evening with friends when we decided to dine at a local restaurant. As we entered, I was immediately captivated by the hostess’s radiant skin. It had that perfect, dewy quality that makes you feel both admiration and a hint of jealousy—definitely the kind of complexion that fuels the…
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Trump’s Controversial Remarks on Childbirth at March For Life Rally
low cost IUI During a recent speech at the March For Life rally, President Donald Trump made a bewildering statement regarding childbirth that raised eyebrows across the nation. The President, marking a historic moment as the first sitting commander-in-chief to address the rally, expressed his disapproval of babies being born at full-term, specifically in the…
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I Am Nothing Like My Mother — And That’s A Good Thing
low cost IUI It became abundantly clear to me that my mother and I are fundamentally different when I witnessed her capture a mouse using only her bare hands. I was perched on the dining room table, screaming in horror, while she calmly handled the situation as if it were an everyday occurrence. Honestly, the…