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7 Reasons to Avoid Discovering Your Baby’s Gender
home insemination syringeMy partner and I made a pact early in my first pregnancy: we wouldn’t find out if we were having a boy or a girl. As fate would have it, we welcomed a son. With three more pregnancies…
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Even the Strongest Relationships Encounter Challenges
low cost IUIIn nearly two decades together, my partner has provoked feelings in me that no one else ever could. He has made me so angry that I thought I’d explode and brought me to tears until there were no…
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The Supreme Court’s Ruling on Transgender Student Bathroom Access
low cost IUIThe Supreme Court has temporarily halted a lower court’s ruling that would have permitted a transgender student, Alex Rivers, to use the men’s restroom at his Virginia high school. In a decision reached by a 5-3 vote, the…
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7 Whoppers I’m Not Afraid to Tell My Kids
low cost IUISomeone once claimed that honesty is the best policy when it comes to parenting. Well, that someone definitely isn’t me. If you want to judge my parenting skills, go ahead, but I frequently find myself spinning tales for…
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The Waiting Game: Patience in Parenthood
home insemination syringeRecently, a package arrived for our 13-year-old, and I had not anticipated its early delivery. He had been eagerly awaiting this shipment of headphones he had meticulously researched and saved for, expecting it to arrive by 8 p.m.…
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How a Marriage Comes to an End
low cost IUIAs summer rolled in, I found myself sitting in a theater with my closest friends, watching a comedy film that portrayed the trials of motherhood and marriage. The lead character, Sarah, discovers her husband’s infidelity and, after a…
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My Marriage Feels Like It’s Cracked
low cost IUISometimes I feel like my marriage is in shambles—like it’s so broken that a romantic evening out or a weekend getaway wouldn’t even begin to mend it. Suggesting such things feels like tossing a bandage on a broken…
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The Oversharing Mom’s Guide to Parenting
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10 Things Your Youngest Child Gets Away With
home insemination syringeBy: Sarah Jennings Updated: Dec. 21, 2023 Originally Published: Oct. 28, 2023I always thought I had completely indulged my first child, Oliver. He enjoyed five blissful years as an only child before his little sister, Mia, arrived. The…
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The Most Challenged Books of 2014: What’s the Hype?
low cost IUIThe American Library Association (ALA) recently unveiled their State of America’s Libraries Report, focusing on their mission to enhance diversity in children’s literature—both in terms of the stories told and the creators behind them. However, the ALA has…
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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, Real Life: Talk, Timing, and Boundaries
- At Home Insemination: A Decision Guide When Baby News Pops Off
- At Home Insemination, IRL: A Calm Routine in a Noisy Feed
- At Home Insemination, IRL: A Clean, Confident ICI Routine
- At Home Insemination: A Real-Life Timing Guide Amid Baby Buzz
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At Home Insemination, Real Life: Talk, Timing, and Boundaries
Celebrity pregnancy headlines can make your group chat feel like a countdown clock. One minute you’re watching a new movie adaptation or binging a true-crime doc, and the next you’re spiraling about your own timeline. If you’re trying at home insemination, that noise can hit hard. Thesis: You don’t need a perfect plan—you need a…
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At Home Insemination: A Decision Guide When Baby News Pops Off
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist. Timing plan: How will you estimate ovulation (OPKs, cervical mucus, cycle tracking)? Roles: Who preps the space, who tracks timing, who handles aftercare? Consent + comfort: What words mean “pause,” and what helps you feel safe? Supplies: Clean, body-safe items; avoid anything not meant for…
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At Home Insemination, IRL: A Calm Routine in a Noisy Feed
Before you try… run this quick checklist. Timing plan: you have a way to estimate ovulation (OPKs, cervical mucus, BBT, or a clinic-guided plan). Supplies: clean syringe, collection cup (if needed), towels, optional speculum, and a small trash bag. Comfort: pillows, a calm room, and a “pause button” plan if emotions spike. Safety basics: clean…
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At Home Insemination, IRL: A Clean, Confident ICI Routine
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing plan: OPKs ready, a way to track symptoms, and a realistic window to try. Supplies: clean collection container, needleless syringe (or kit), towels, and a timer. Comfort setup: pillows, privacy, and a “no interruptions” block of time. Safety basics: clean hands, clean surfaces, and…
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At Home Insemination: A Real-Life Timing Guide Amid Baby Buzz
Is your feed full of celebrity pregnancy announcements—and you’re wondering if your timing is “off”? Are you trying to keep at home insemination simple, but every headline makes it feel complicated? Do you want a real-life plan that fits irregular schedules, irregular cycles, or both? Yes, baby news is everywhere right now—between entertainment roundups, TV…
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At Home Insemination in the Spotlight: A Real-Life Checklist
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing plan: How will you identify ovulation (OPKs, cervical mucus, BBT, or a combo)? Supplies: Clean collection container, syringe designed for insemination, lube that’s fertility-friendly, and a simple cleanup setup. Consent + boundaries: Who does what, what feels okay, and what’s off-limits if emotions spike.…
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At Home Insemination, Right Now: Safer Steps in a Noisy News Cycle
Is at home insemination actually trending, or is it just your feed? Do supplements, court rulings, and streaming dramas change what you should do this cycle? What’s the simplest way to try at home without increasing infection or legal risk? Yes, it’s trending—and not only because celebrity pregnancy chatter and rom-com watchlists keep “baby talk”…
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At Home Insemination: An “If-Then” Guide for Real-Life Cycles
Is your feed full of baby announcements and you’re wondering if at home insemination could work for you? Are you trying to figure out timing, comfort, and the least stressful setup—without turning your bedroom into a lab? Do you want a simple “if…then…” plan that fits real life, whether you’re solo, partnered, queer, or co-parenting?…
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At Home Insemination: The ICI Setup People Actually Use
Baby news is everywhere. One week it’s celebrity pregnancy announcements, the next it’s a new streaming true-crime drama everyone’s dissecting. If you’re trying at home, that noise can make the process feel bigger, messier, and more mysterious than it needs to be. At home insemination works best when you treat it like a simple, repeatable…
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At Home Insemination: A Timing-First Decision Guide (Now)
Five quick takeaways before you plan your cycle: Timing beats perfection. A simple fertile-window plan often matters more than fancy add-ons. Track in layers. OPKs + cervical mucus (and optionally temperature) can reduce guesswork. Choose your “one try vs two tries” strategy based on sperm access, cost, and stress level. Legal headlines are a reminder,…