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Embrace Your 50s: Why It’s Time to Go For It
Get Pregnant FastI recently celebrated my college graduation… again. Approaching 50 feels like a milestone I can poke with a toothpick. Thirty years ago, I earned an associate’s degree without a clear direction. Sure, writing was my passion, but those…
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Prince William Offers Comfort to Brave Siblings Battling Terminal Illness in Touching Photos
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6 Engaging Summer Reads for Busy Moms
low cost IUIAs a devoted book lover, my summer reading list tends to grow exponentially, fueled by nostalgic memories of lazy afternoons sprawled out with a stack of novels. With two lively kids in tow, my reading time is now…
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Embracing the Hangout House: Why I Love Hosting My Kids’ Friends
Get Pregnant FastWhen my children were younger, the idea of hosting playdates felt overwhelming. I often found myself mentally preparing for the inevitable chaos, longing instead for quieter afternoons spent with just my kids—reading stories, playing in the sandbox, or…
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What My 5-Year-Old Taught Me About Fear and Courage
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, one of the most significant challenges I face is the need to slow down and appreciate the lessons my children offer, regardless of how messy or chaotic life can get. I recently had a conversation…
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10 Important Lessons I Want My 10-Year-Old Daughter to Learn
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Encouraging Open Conversations About My Postpartum Body with My Son
Get Pregnant FastAfter welcoming our third child into the world, I noticed my eldest son had begun to make observations about my body that were quite different from before. When he spotted my postpartum belly—complete with its lingering fat and…
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How to Be an Ally to the Moms in Your Life
home insemination syringeMenu Lifestyle How to Be an Ally to the Moms in Your Life by Jamie Thompson Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 17, 2023Why do moms need friends? After all, they have kids, partners, and the whole…
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Navigating Loss and New Beginnings: A Journey of Pregnancy and Grief
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- Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
- The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
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- Why is Miscarriage Such a Silent Struggle?
- 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…