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Flea Markets, Cookies, and a Blue Willow Plate
low cost IUII am not my mother. Or maybe I am. It dawned on me last year, right around my 40th birthday, that I had morphed into her. This realization hit me like a ton of bricks while I was…
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Saying Farewell to My Estranged Mother
home insemination syringeMy mom passed away with whiskers on her chin. I noticed them as I sat beside her nearly two hours after she took her last breath. These white whiskers felt like undeniable proof of my failures as a…
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Men’s Baby Showers Are Here, and They Outshine Traditional Ones!
home insemination syringeWave goodbye to tedious games and hello to a celebration filled with beer! Exciting news: baby showers have received a refreshing upgrade, and they’re officially fun! These events are now being dubbed “baby showers for men” or “Dad-chelor…
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The Child Care That Trump Boasted About? It’s Actually for Guests, Not Staff
low cost IUIIn a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump made headlines by claiming his companies provided free childcare for employees. However, a closer look reveals a different story.During a Q&A session in Iowa last November, Trump stated,…
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Surprise: 43 and Expecting
home insemination syringeAfter the birth of my first child, my partner and I anticipated that adding to our family would come easily. However, secondary infertility crept in like an uninvited guest. Following a series of chemical pregnancies, one miscarriage, countless…
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10 Public No-Nos While Pregnant (But You Totally Wish You Could)
low cost IUIWhen you’re expecting, there are countless things you might want to do freely in public, but most of them are best done behind closed doors. While you’d love to indulge in these activities, doing so in public could…
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Your Home Might Be Your Biggest Security Risk
low cost IUIWhen it comes to home security, your children could very well be the weakest link in your digital fortress. Even if they seem tech-savvy—hey, they might even know more than you—missteps in their online behavior can lead to…
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Understanding the Needs of Moms with Sons
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If Adults Were to Behave Like Toddlers
low cost IUILet’s be honest: toddlers can be little terrors. It’s a fact we can all accept. There’s always someone eager to defend them by saying, “No, they’re just being toddlers!” And to that, I say, “Exactly.” Toddlers can be…
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Emily Grant Addresses Gender Biases in Parenting
home insemination syringeIn a recent discussion, actress Emily Grant candidly addressed the gender biases that mothers encounter, particularly in the realm of parenting. Grant, who is known for her roles in various popular films, opened up about her experiences as…
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- What It Means to Be a Parent of a Black Child in 2016: A Physician’s Perspective
- A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
- Runner Welcomes Stray Dog Who Accompanied Him on 77-Mile Marathon Adventure
- Couple from “Love at First Encounter” Shares Heartbreaking News of Miscarriage
- Striking the Right Balance: Navigating Authority and Flexibility in Parenting
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What It Means to Be a Parent of a Black Child in 2016: A Physician’s Perspective
low cost IUIIn 2016, the experience of raising a Black child is fraught with unique challenges that no parent should have to face. For instance, Dr. Angela Richards, a pediatrician living in a suburban neighborhood near Atlanta, Georgia, shares her insights on the realities her family encounters daily. Alongside her husband, Marcus, they are parents…
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A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
low cost IUI Fascinating Womanhood, penned by Helen Andelin in 1963, draws from earlier booklets from the 1920s and ’30s. Since its debut, the book has sold over two million copies. Depending on your perspective on feminism, Fascinating Womanhood can either represent the ideal role of women within the family or act as a catalyst…
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Runner Welcomes Stray Dog Who Accompanied Him on 77-Mile Marathon Adventure
low cost IUI In an inspiring tale of companionship, an extreme marathon runner has decided to adopt a stray dog that joined him for a remarkable 77 miles during a grueling race. The dog, who began following the runner and refused to leave his side, became an integral part of the journey. The runner, Jack…
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Couple from “Love at First Encounter” Shares Heartbreaking News of Miscarriage
low cost IUI A couple from the reality show “Love at First Encounter” has shared the devastating news of their miscarriage in a heartfelt Instagram post. Just last week, the couple, Mark and Sarah, announced their pregnancy, expressing joy at the upcoming arrival of their first child, a baby boy due this December. In an…
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Striking the Right Balance: Navigating Authority and Flexibility in Parenting
low cost IUI As a pediatrician and a parent, I’ve found that the journey of raising my eldest daughter has been a complex one. From the very beginning, we seemed to have a constant tug-of-war, reminiscent of day 493 into our relationship. My daughter, with her fiery spirit, often mirrors my own tendencies to challenge…
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Understanding Diaper Rash: A Pediatrician’s Perspective
low cost IUI As a pediatrician, I often encounter concerned parents dealing with diaper rash. I remember one particular summer when a first-time mom named Sarah reached out to me in a state of distress. Her baby’s once-perfect bottom had transformed from a delightful dimpled sight to a fiery red irritation. Sarah was perplexed—she was…
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Excuse Me While I Embrace My Kids
low cost IUI It was during a celebration for a friend’s little one when I found myself in an all-too-familiar situation. My youngest, a baby, was nestled on my right hip, the spot he loves best. Meanwhile, my energetic toddler, Max, tugged at my pants, saying, “Mommy, pick me up, Mommy!” Naturally, I scooped him…
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Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
low cost IUI When a mother heads out of town, do you find yourself leaving exceedingly thorough instructions for your partner, almost as if you doubt their ability to manage the kids? I confess I’ve been guilty of this, often providing an overload of guidance for my partner when I’m away for a few days.…
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Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
low cost IUI Recently, Target made headlines by announcing it would stop using gender-specific signage in its stores, including the separation of toys by gender. This decision didn’t sit well with some customers, who took to Target’s Facebook page to express their displeasure. Enter Facebook user Jake Thompson, who decided to take matters into his…
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The 5 Phases of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly: A Doctor’s Perspective
low cost IUI As the clock creeps toward midnight on Christmas Eve, many parents find themselves navigating the chaotic landscape of toy assembly. It’s a familiar journey, one that often begins with a mix of denial and disbelief. Denial In the initial phase, you convince yourself that the mountain of packages strewn across the living…