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Farewell, Sweet Nap Time: A Heartfelt Goodbye
low cost IUIIt all started out of the blue, but our connection blossomed effortlessly. I transformed my life to make room for you, and I welcomed that change with open arms. I was a young and eager admirer, craving you…
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Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs: A Family Favorite
low cost IUILife has been a whirlwind lately—no, really, it’s like a tornado of schedules! My partner, Chris, is the varsity lacrosse coach at a local high school. Some weeks, he’s home by 7:30 p.m., while others, I’m pretty sure…
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An Apology to My Kids from Their Anxious Mom
Get Pregnant FastIt’s 4 p.m., and I feel completely drained. Last night was a sleepless one, thanks to my feverish, coughing 3-year-old. Dinner is in progress on the stove, and I’m desperately trying to avoid overcooking the broccoli, knowing full…
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Motherhood: A Doctor’s Take on the Mental Toll
low cost IUIAs a medical professional, I often hear mothers lament about the toll parenthood takes on their cognitive abilities. It’s not merely “mommy brain,” that fleeting fog that descends when sleepless nights become a way of life. I’m talking…
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10 Secrets Parents Keep from Their Kids
We’re Just Wingin’ It: Honestly, when we became parents, we didn’t have a manual. We transitioned from being regular adults to navigating parenthood without a clue. Just because we’re older doesn’t mean we have all the answers. We Gossip About…
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10 Essential Items Every Mom Should Carry in Her Purse
low cost IUIAs a medical professional and a mother, I understand the challenges of balancing motherhood with daily errands. The moment you become a parent, it seems you inherit the role of a portable supply depot. Gone are the days…
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Don’t Underestimate a Mom on a Mission Armed with a Handful of Goldfish Crackers
home insemination syringeAttention, everyone: mothers are the culinary experts of our time. We possess an unparalleled understanding of our clientele—the children we nourish. We cater to those who refuse to eat crusts or anything with a crunch, as well as…
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The Intimacy Conversation I Needed to Have With My Partner
low cost IUIAfter years of dating and being married, my partner and I had developed a kind of shorthand for intimacy that worked well—especially during the busy years of early parenthood. What used to be long, passionate encounters had transformed…
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10 Parenting Moves That Seem Clever but Aren’t
Choosing the Car Shopping Cart: It looks like a fun way to bring the kids along for errands, but it’s a recipe for chaos. If you have two little ones, expect them to squabble over who gets the coveted seat.…
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The Importance of Touch-Free Time for Mothers
low cost IUIA year ago, I wrote about the phenomenon of mothers feeling “touched out.” As a doctor and a father, I’ve come to understand how vital it is for mothers to carve out moments of touch-free time, especially when…
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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…