-
Ladies, Rejoice! Doritos Is Launching a Chip Designed Exclusively for Women
low cost IUIIntroducing the snack that understands us!For those of us who identify as women, indulging in snacks can be a delicate affair. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if all our favorite treats could be transformed into a smooth, pastel-colored drink…
-
Going Gandhi on Foster Care
low cost IUIBecoming a father was a dream I had long held. I still vividly recall the day I received the call at work: a baby boy was in need of a home. My heart raced with excitement! After a…
-
I’m Learning to Love My Body
low cost IUIYou know, I’m not quite sure what sparked this shift in my mindset, but recently, as I was changing clothes, I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror. I paused and looked, really looked, at my body…
-
If You Prefer Fruit Pouches Without Preservatives, Mold Can Be an Issue
low cost IUIA recent recall of a popular fruit pouch product has reignited concerns among parents regarding food safety. GoGo Squeez has voluntarily recalled certain applesauce pouches due to potential contamination. Residue was detected in two production pumps, leading to…
-
Boy’s 2nd-Degree Burns Highlight the Need for More Than Just Sunscreen
home insemination syringeA recent incident involving a young child’s painful second-degree burns serves as a stark reminder that sunscreen alone is not enough to protect against the sun’s harmful rays. Three-year-old Max Johnson from Florida spent over five hours at…
-
An Excerpt From ‘STFU, Parents’: Oversharing About Teens
low cost IUIIn her book, STFU, Parents, blogger Blair Koenig takes a humorous yet critical look at the often outrageous and sometimes infuriating habit of parents oversharing on social media. While much of the parental oversharing tends to revolve around…
-
U.S. Agency Confirms Employers Can Mandate COVID Vaccinations
artificial insemination syringeAs the COVID-19 vaccine distribution expands across the nation, many businesses are determining the best way to facilitate a safe return to in-person work. A crucial question has emerged: can workplaces require vaccinations for employees to access public…
-
What a Mother Looks Like When She’s Trying to Keep Her Composure
Parentinglow cost IUIUpdated: Sep. 10, 2023Originally Published: Sep. 30, 2021 Related Topics:"home insemination kit" "home insemination syringe" "self insemination"
-
How to Use Obama’s Twitter Account to Prepare Your Tween for Social Media
low cost IUIWhen my friend Emma bought her son his first cell phone, she tried to explain the immense power that device held. The vastness of his potential audience was hard for him to grasp—like how kids in cartoons sometimes…
-
7 Types of Moms You’ll Encounter on Facebook
low cost IUIBack in February 2004, just a few months before I welcomed my first son into the world, Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook. Although it took some time for it to become a household name, it has undeniably woven itself…
I write about fertility, conception, and reproductive health. My latest resource, “Paths to Parenthood,” is now available to support your family-building journey.
"home insemination kit" "home insemination syringe" "self insemination" AI artificial insemination artificial intelligence assisted reproductive technology child development communication conception education emotional support family family dynamics family life family planning fertility fertility treatment fertility treatments genetic testing home insemination humor infertility insurance coverage IVF male fertility mental health motherhood parenthood parenting parenting advice parenting challenges parenting tips personal growth pregnancy relationships reproductive health resilience self-care sperm health sperm quality stress management success rates supplements support technology women’s health

At-home intracervical insemination (ICI) has become a popular choice for women and couples hoping to conceive in a comfortable, private setting. Whether you’re starting your fertility journey as a single parent, part of an LGBTQ+ family, or just seeking more control and intimacy in the process, at-home ICI gives you options.
- At-Home Insemination Reality Check: ICI Setup, Comfort, Cleanup
- At-Home Insemination, Real-Life Edition: Timing, Tools, ICI
- At Home Insemination: The Safer, Smarter Reality Check
- At-Home Insemination: Cut Through the Buzz, Nail the Basics
- At-Home Insemination, Right Now: Budget, Timing, and Trust
-
At-Home Insemination Reality Check: ICI Setup, Comfort, Cleanup
Headlines can make pregnancy look effortless, but most real-life paths involve planning, timing, and a little trial-and-error. At home insemination works best when you simplify: a clean setup, a calm plan, and a clear “what happens next.” ICI is about placement and comfort, not fancy hacks—small technique choices can make the experience smoother. Legal and…
-
At-Home Insemination, Real-Life Edition: Timing, Tools, ICI
Is everyone suddenly talking about pregnancy? Yes—between celebrity baby announcements, TV storylines that write pregnancies into the plot, and new dramas centered on family-building, it’s hard to miss. Does that buzz change what actually works for at home insemination? Not really. Headlines move fast; ovulation timing does not. Can you do this at home without…
-
At Home Insemination: The Safer, Smarter Reality Check
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing: Do you have a plan to identify ovulation (OPKs, cervical mucus, basal temp, or a combo)? Screening: Do you understand STI testing expectations for everyone involved? Consent + boundaries: Is everyone clear on roles, contact, and what happens if plans change? Legal paperwork: Do…
-
At-Home Insemination: Cut Through the Buzz, Nail the Basics
Myth: At home insemination is basically “celebrity baby magic,” and if you copy the vibe, it will work. Reality: The headlines may be loud—pregnancy announcements, relationship timelines, and tear-jerker TV plots—but conception is mostly timing, biology, and a few practical technique details you can control. What people are talking about right now (and why it…
-
At-Home Insemination, Right Now: Budget, Timing, and Trust
On a random Tuesday night, “M” stared at a shopping cart full of ovulation tests, a heating pad, and a calendar covered in tiny notes. A celebrity pregnancy announcement had just popped up on their feed, and suddenly it felt like everyone was expecting—except them. They weren’t looking for drama or a miracle. They wanted…
-
At Home Insemination: The Technique People Skip (and Regret)
Baby announcements are everywhere, and the internet is doing what it does: speculating, celebrating, and spiraling. Meanwhile, real people are quietly searching “how do I actually do this at home?” at 1 a.m. At home insemination can be simple, but small technique choices—timing, placement, and comfort—often matter more than the vibe. The current baby buzz—and…
-
At-Home Insemination: Spend Less, Time It Right, Stress Less
Timing beats gadgets: the best “upgrade” for at home insemination is catching ovulation, not buying extras. Budget-friendly can still be careful: clean supplies, clear labels, and a calm setup reduce waste. ICI is the usual at-home method: it places semen at the cervix, not inside the uterus. Headlines can be loud: celebrity baby news and…
-
At Home Insemination Checklist: Timing-First ICI for Real Life
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing plan: How will you identify your fertile window (LH strips, cervical mucus, BBT, app)? Supplies: Do you have sterile syringes, a clean container, and a comfortable setup? Sperm logistics: Fresh vs. frozen, and do you understand handling limits for the type you’re using? Consent…
-
At Home Insemination in the Spotlight: Safer Steps That Stick
Baby news is everywhere right now. Celebrity pregnancy chatter keeps refreshing your feed, and it can make trying feel both hopeful and oddly pressured. Meanwhile, bigger conversations—like shifting state-by-state court battles over reproductive policy—add a layer of uncertainty. Here’s the grounded takeaway: at home insemination can be a practical option, but safety, screening, and documentation…
-
At Home Insemination, Unfiltered: Technique, Timing, and Talk
Myth: at home insemination is “just a trend” people try because it’s all over celebrity news. Reality: it’s a practical family-building option many LGBTQ+ people, solo parents by choice, and couples consider for privacy, cost, and control. The headlines may be loud, but the day-to-day details are quiet: timing, technique, comfort, and safety. What people…