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The Parental Guilt of Moving
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Should You Consider Taking Baby Aspirin During Pregnancy?
Get Pregnant FastHey there, future moms! If you’re expecting, you’ve probably been advised to steer clear of most pain relievers. However, there’s one exception that some moms-to-be, especially those facing high-risk pregnancies, might want to consider: low-dose aspirin, commonly known…
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From Volunteer to Recipient: My Journey at the Food Pantry
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Engaging Children with the Periodic Table Through a Fun Battleship Game
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Seeking a Stress-Free Way to Dress Your Little Ones? Discover the Visionaries Behind Primary, Making It Simple
Get Pregnant FastAre you tired of the chaos that comes with dressing your kids? Meet Jenna and Lisa, the inspiring women behind Primary, a children’s clothing brand that prioritizes simplicity and quality. Just like you, we at Cervical Insemination appreciate…
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To My Son: Grateful for Your Smiles During My Postpartum Struggles
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This Enchanting Disney Princess Maternity Photo Shoot Is Pure Magic
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Parenting Apps That Should Be Developed
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re a parent navigating the challenges of raising children in the digital age, you likely rely on various smartphone apps to ease the stress. From GPS tools for tracking your adventurous teen to apps that monitor your…
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Dog Discovers Enormous Toy, Clings to It Relentlessly
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- 4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
- How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
- How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
- A Tidy Home (or Not!)
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
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4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
low cost IUI When I first received my gestational diabetes diagnosis, I was a bundle of nerves. I sobbed to my husband and family, convinced I was to blame for this predicament. I panicked over the thought of needles, hefty babies, and a restricted diet. Fast forward to my second pregnancy, and I was much…
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How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
low cost IUI As my children have grown and we’ve finally bid farewell to those endless Caillou reruns, my husband and I are thrilled to introduce our two tweens to the wonderfully nostalgic world of ‘80s movies—the greatest cinematic era, if I do say so myself! Watching these films takes me back to a time…
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A Tidy Home (or Not!)
low cost IUI We like to think of our home as “rich in love, but light on cash.” Back when we were flush with both affection and funds, we had a little help keeping the place tidy. Fast forward to today, and the responsibility for house cleaning falls squarely on our shoulders. The result? Well,…
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The Joys of Raising an Autistic Teenager
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The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
home insemination syringe Menu Lifestyle Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations by Lila Thompson Oct. 22, 2016 As October arrives, the vibrant hues of autumn foliage emerge, and corn mazes and haunted houses spring to life. You guessed it, it’s that time of year again! Just as the leaves shift their colors, America turns pink…
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
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My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
home insemination syringe By: Jamie Thompson Once upon a time, I believed that being a “good mom” meant never running out of those little dishwasher pods, laundry detergent, toilet paper, or diapers. My home was supposed to be perpetually ready for guests, with homemade snacks appearing like magic every day. I thought it was my…