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Dear Firstborn,
home insemination syringeI see you, the trailblazer of our family, and I know you might feel like you’re in charge here. You were the first to arrive, and I get that welcoming your younger siblings into the mix is a…
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Reflections on Beauty, Aging, and Self-Perception
low cost IUIAs a physician, I often reflect on the concept of beauty, especially as it relates to self-perception and aging. Recently, I found myself watching a performance on television where a well-known artist was singing about being beautiful “no…
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Explaining To My Mom Why I Handle the Laundry
home insemination syringeI was out grocery shopping with my mom and my two daughters. My mom had come to visit for my son’s birthday, and it was only her second time seeing our home in Utah since I moved here…
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The Essential Guidelines for Costco Navigation
home insemination syringeAs someone who frequents Costco, I can confidently say it’s my go-to place for approximately 90% of my grocery needs. The large-sized ice cream treats for my kids are a steal, and the delicious pizzas available for a…
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Unforgettable Parenting Moments: The Ones I Wish I Could Erase
low cost IUIA few weeks back, my kids stumbled upon some old photo albums from their baby days, which also included a few rather questionable shots from a pre-kids trip to Ireland with some friends. I use the term “stumbled…
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Striking the Right Balance in Parenting: Finding the Ideal Discipline Approach
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, I’ve been labeled everything from a stringent disciplinarian to someone who lets their children get away with too much. I’ve faced disapproving glares from onlookers when my kids throw tantrums in public, and I’ve given…
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Female Dragonflies Play Dead to Evade Mating
home insemination syringeIn a remarkable display of self-preservation, female dragonflies have been observed faking their own deaths to avoid unwanted mating. This behavior, akin to what many might humorously relate to in human interactions, was documented by researchers from the…
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Trust Me, It Only Gets More Challenging
Menu Parenting Trust Me, It Only Gets More Challenginghome insemination syringeHaving children close in age comes with numerous advantages. Siblings provide built-in playmates, and there’s no need to start the parenting journey over again since you’re in the thick of…
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Dad Transforms 4-Month-Old Into the World’s Most Adorable Elf on the Shelf
low cost IUIOne imaginative father has taken the traditional Elf on the Shelf concept and made it irresistibly cute. Instead of a somewhat unsettling elf figure, he’s transformed his four-month-old baby, Oliver, into a delightful shelf elf.Alan Johnson, a blogger…
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Our Teen Won’t Be Getting a New Car for His 16th Birthday
home insemination syringeOn my 17th birthday, I stepped out of the DMV, squinting in the late November sun as I searched for my mom. She was waiting in the car after I had taken my eagerly anticipated written driving test.…
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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…