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Tales From the Home Insemination Kit: Three Bold Moms
home insemination syringeUpdated: November 8, 2016Originally Published: November 5, 2016I am the proud mother of two amazing daughters, and I’m here today because I made a crucial choice during my first pregnancy—a medically necessary abortion that saved my life. This…
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CDC Director Claims Schools Can Reopen Without Teacher Vaccinations
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Embrace the Joy of Childhood Pets
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How Do You Measure Up Against the 1930s Wife Evaluation?
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Running a Marathon While Experiencing Menstruation: A Discussion on Female Empowerment and Perspectives
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To the Dad Commenting with Misogynistic Remarks About Women
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There’s Nothing Instinctive About Parenting a Child with Special Needs
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The Anthem of the Non-Tiger Parent
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Motherhood Has Completely Fried My Brain
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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 Talk: Timing, Feelings, Next Steps
- At Home Insemination: A Grounded Plan Amid Fertility Buzz
- At-Home Insemination, Real Life: A Branching ICI Playbook
- At Home Insemination, Real Life: A Simple Plan for This Week
- At Home Insemination, Real Life: Talk, Timing, and Boundaries
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At Home Insemination, Real Talk: Timing, Feelings, Next Steps
On a Tuesday night, “A.” closes three tabs at once: a movie list that’s making the rounds, a thread about a new season of a comfort-show romance, and a headline about reproductive health lawsuits. Then they open the notes app and type the same question they’ve typed before: “Are we doing this right?” If you’re…
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At Home Insemination: A Grounded Plan Amid Fertility Buzz
Myth: At home insemination is “easy”—just order supplies, follow a few steps, and you’re done. Reality: The mechanics can be simple, but real life adds noise: cycle uncertainty, relationship pressure, and a culture that treats pregnancy like entertainment. If your feed is full of celebrity pregnancy announcements, wellness trend roundups, and big market reports about…
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At-Home Insemination, Real Life: A Branching ICI Playbook
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing plan: you have a way to estimate ovulation (OPKs, cervical mucus, BBT, or a clinic plan). Supplies: clean collection container (if needed), needleless syringe, towels, and a trash bag. Comfort: pillows, a calm room, and a plan for privacy and consent. Cleanup: soap and…
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At Home Insemination, Real Life: A Simple Plan for This Week
Some weeks, your feed is all baby bumps and cliffhangers. Other weeks, it’s a new season announcement, a celebrity pregnancy round-up, and a reminder that real life rarely follows a script. If you’re trying to conceive, that noise can hit hard. It can also make at home insemination feel more complicated than it needs to…
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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.…