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Let’s Open Up About Dads, Anxiety, and Depression
low cost IUIAbout four months ago, I experienced a breakdown at my workplace, which led to me being sent home. My role at a Division I athletic program involves organizing summer bridge initiatives for incoming student-athletes, aimed at easing their…
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An Open Letter to Parents of Children with Allergies from a Non-Allergy Parent
low cost IUIDear Allergy Parents,As a physician, I want to begin by acknowledging your unique challenges. While I can only imagine the complexities you navigate daily, I recognize that I cannot fully comprehend what it means to be a parent…
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A Message to My Post-Pregnancy Self: 4 Reasons You’re All Set with Babies
home insemination syringeI can guess what’s swirling in your mind right now. You’re contemplating the idea of expanding your family, aren’t you? Seriously, girl, haven’t you learned from the two little bundles of joy who spent months inside you, eventually…
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How I Found the Motivation to Exercise When It Seemed Impossible
home insemination syringeLet me clarify right off the bat: I’m just an everyday person who exercises. I’m not a fitness guru or an early-morning boot camp enthusiast (because, let’s be honest, sleep is life). You won’t catch me snapping photos…
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7 Strategies to Spice Up Your Bedroom Life
low cost IUIWhen it comes to married intimacy, predictability can often dull the excitement. While I cherish the stability of my relationship, I recognize that relying solely on routine can extinguish the passion. As someone who has occasionally used the…
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Concerns About Raising Our Sons
home insemination syringeI tend to worry a lot. I’m a white woman and a mother to a two-month-old baby boy. Growing up with a sister and primarily female cousins, I’m not well-versed in raising boys. When I learned I was…
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Day 5 of Unemployment: Embracing Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastFor the past couple of years, I’ve been trying to convince myself that I was mastering the art of juggling work and family life. Prior to 2013, I was self-employed, basking in the freedom of working just a…
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A Florida Mother’s Bold Reaction to Trump’s Controversial Remarks
low cost IUIAfter spending her Saturday morning feeling frustrated and helpless, Baker’s husband handed her a Trump campaign flyer and playfully asked, “What should we send back?” It sparked an idea. She quickly grabbed a pair of scissors and cut…
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5 Things Moms Should Never Feel the Need to Justify to Anyone
home insemination syringeBefore I became a mom, I devoured countless parenting books, from the popular “What to Expect” series to various attachment parenting guides. I even explored theories on free-range and helicopter parenting while trying to navigate the complexities of…
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Facing Failure Through Marriage and Parenthood: A Journey of Rediscovery
home insemination syringeIn the early stages of life, individuals are often encouraged to explore diverse interests. However, as we transition into adulthood, the narrative shifts towards finding one’s focus and establishing a clear path. As I entered my forties, I…
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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…