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Babyproofing Your Home: A Room-by-Room Guide
Get Pregnant FastHey there, soon-to-be parents! As you prepare for your little one to start crawling and exploring, it’s time to think about making your home a safe haven. Babyproofing might seem overwhelming, but fear not! By tackling it room…
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Is Guilt an Inherent Part of Motherhood?
home insemination syringeMy 32-week check-up mirrored all my previous visits. Strong heartbeat? Check. On track with measurements? Check. Weight gain? Double check.“Only eight more weeks to go!” my midwife declared cheerfully.“Ugh. I was really hoping you’d say there was some…
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Jimmy Kimmel Strikes Again: Parents Drive Their Kids to Tears
home insemination syringeIn an ongoing comedic tradition, host Jimmy Kimmel has once more persuaded parents to bring their children to the brink of tears, showcasing their disappointment in a hilariously exaggerated way. For five years running, Kimmel has encouraged this…
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To the Mother of the High-Need Baby: You Are Not Alone
Get Pregnant FastAs you navigate the challenging waters of parenting a high-need baby, it’s easy to feel isolated. While you might see other mothers effortlessly putting their babies down for a nap at 1 p.m., enjoying two hours of well-deserved…
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News Anchor Shares Tired New Mom Selfie, Fans Are Shocked!
home insemination syringeAfter welcoming a new baby into the world, it’s common for new moms to feel like a completely different person. Gone are the days of looking perfectly put together; now, simply changing out of a milk-stained shirt and…
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Your Questions About Sex During Pregnancy, Answered
Get Pregnant FastAs you navigate the journey of pregnancy, you might find your feelings about sex become a bit more complicated. It’s completely normal to have questions and concerns about intimacy during this time. Whether you’re unsure if it’s safe,…
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Today I Will Wear Shorts and Embrace My Beauty
Get Pregnant FastI can hardly believe it. For me, shorts season has always been a challenge. But this year? After putting in so much effort to embrace and love myself? It’s truly unbelievable.Throughout the day, I found myself overly aware…
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In the Restroom: A Parent’s Encounter with Predictable Bathroom Breaks
home insemination syringeAs a parent, it’s not uncommon to observe certain patterns in your child’s behavior. Recently, I’ve noticed a rather peculiar trend with my son, Lucas, that has become increasingly frustrating. It appears that no matter the setting—be it…
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Continuing the Conversation on Miscarriage: An Essential Discussion
home insemination syringeIn a recent article, I shared my experiences with three miscarriages within a span of six months. While many responses were supportive, I encountered a range of less compassionate comments, particularly on social media platforms. Although I typically…
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Heading Off to College: Embracing Change and New Beginnings
low cost IUIThis article is part of a three-part series, “Heading Off to College,” which focuses on preparing your teens for life away from home. In June, we explored essential conversations to have with your soon-to-be college freshmen and what…
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- Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
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- The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
- The Child Left Behind: A Journey of Love and Resilience
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Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
low cost IUIWhen 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. These…
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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…
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The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
low cost IUI Navigating life as a gay dad can be quite the adventure! While the biggest challenge doesn’t stem from raising my kids, who are already curious about why we don’t have a “Mommy,” it’s more about how to explain our family dynamics to others. My twins are smart and open-minded, so that part…
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The Child Left Behind: A Journey of Love and Resilience
low cost IUI This isn’t a tale about the loss of our daughter, Lily. There are countless accounts from mothers who have faced the unimaginable grief of losing a child. During our darkest days, I found solace in those narratives—they provided a glimmer of hope that I could navigate through the heartache. Instead, this story…
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Why is Miscarriage Such a Silent Struggle?
low cost IUI My first pregnancy was a breeze, just like I assumed it would be for most women. But when I faced the devastating news of losing my baby, the term “miscarriage” felt like a dark cloud hovering over me. I thought to myself, “This can’t be happening to me—I’m young and healthy.” No…
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The Daydreams of Exhausted Moms
low cost IUI We all have aspirations. Some people dream of fame, while others yearn for that dream job they don’t dread waking up for each morning. Money, power, romance—the possibilities are endless in our imaginations. However, once you become a mom, many of those fantasies take a backseat to some new, more pressing daydreams.…
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13 Life Lessons About Money I Want My Kids to Learn Beyond Just Dollars and Cents
low cost IUI Last weekend, I took my kids to my mom’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the stories of her childhood, like dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store, and visiting the small cemetery where our family members rest. However, what really struck them was witnessing poverty in…
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This Common Core Worksheet Is Leaving Parents Stumped
low cost IUI Can you take a look at this math worksheet and understand why the answers were marked as “incorrect”? The image has garnered over three million views in just a week, and the response has been largely… “Huh?” Understanding the Confusion Let’s start with the first question: 5×3 does equal 15, right? So…
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The 5 Most Awkward Aspects of Your Gynecological Exam
low cost IUI If you’re not in the delightful state of pregnancy (lucky you!), chances are you’ll find yourself at your annual gynecological exam – an experience as enjoyable as convincing a toddler to eat a plate of Brussels sprouts. I’m no medical expert (unless you count being an expert in wine tasting), but I’m…