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I Am a Supermom, and That’s Absolutely Fine
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A Call to Hollywood: Respect Our ’80s Nostalgia
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The Tooth Monster Doll: A Disturbing Keepsake for Children’s Baby Teeth
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12 Misconceptions I Had About New Parenthood
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The 10 Myths I Share with My Children
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7 Things Mothers Should Avoid This School Year
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Is It Time to Remove Your Bra?
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10 Indicators That It’s Time to Log Off the Internet
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8 Comments That Often Make Moms of Only Children Uncomfortable
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When New Mom Chloe Met Present-Day Me
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- Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
- It’s Totally Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
- Navigating the Journey of Choosing an Egg Donor
- Reflections from a Proud Dad: A Heartfelt Moment on His Daughter’s Graduation
- The Challenging Reality of Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
home insemination syringeUpdated: April 19, 2023Originally Published: April 19, 2023We all know that parenting can be exhausting. Have you ever noticed how different you feel by the afternoon? It’s like I wake up full of energy and great intentions, but by the time the clock strikes 2 p.m., I’m barely keeping it together. I strive…
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It’s Totally Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
home insemination syringe A few months ago, breastfeeding moms faced criticism for being on their phones too much while nursing—coining the cringe-worthy term “brexting.” The critics argue that mothers become so distracted by their devices that they miss out on vital bonding moments with their babies. Some even warn that these distractions can lead to…
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Navigating the Journey of Choosing an Egg Donor
home insemination syringe As I sift through countless profiles—height, weight, education, hobbies—I pause when an appealing face catches my eye. But inevitably, I find something in their description that prompts me to move on. It’s reminiscent of my online dating experiences, but this time, I’m not searching for a soulmate over coffee. Instead, I’m selecting…
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Reflections from a Proud Dad: A Heartfelt Moment on His Daughter’s Graduation
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The Challenging Reality of Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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What My Toddler Taught Me About Embracing Imperfection
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Humor in Customer Service: The Case of Alex Thompson
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Anxiety Is Stealing My Son’s Joyful Childhood
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The Great Pants Debate: A Comedic Take on Clothing Discomfort
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Video Captures Teacher Yelling at First Graders Over Math Mistake
home insemination syringe In a startling incident at a charter school in Brooklyn, a teacher named Laura Bennett was filmed reprimanding a first grader for incorrectly answering a math problem. The video, recorded in 2014 by a teaching assistant, surfaced recently, drawing public attention. In the footage, students are seated in a circle, and Bennett…