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Don’t Let the Naysayers Deter You — Traveling After Baby is Totally Possible
Get Pregnant FastHey there, friends! If you’ve recently welcomed a little one into your life and are feeling unsure about travel, let me assure you: it’s absolutely doable! My daughter, Mia, has racked up numerous flights before even turning two,…
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A Recent Experience Highlights the Financial Burden of Miscarriage
low cost IUIIn a poignant revelation, Dr. Emily Thompson, a physician based in Missouri, recently shared a photo of her hospital bill following a miscarriage at nine weeks of pregnancy. Through her post, she aimed to shed light on the…
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Life Hacks for Busy Moms: Practical Tips for Everyday Efficiency
low cost IUIIn the vast world of parenting advice, you can stumble upon countless clever tricks online, from using empty cardboard tubes to organize wrapping paper to finding ways to keep your child’s art supplies tidy. As a physician rather…
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“Please Comment on My Belly Size,” Said No Expectant Mother, Ever
low cost IUIThose who have experienced pregnancy understand that it often comes with nearly ten months of unsolicited input and invasive comments. For some inexplicable reason, once you announce your pregnancy, people feel entitled to remark on your body and…
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The Stay-at-Home Mom Challenge
low cost IUIIf you’re a stay-at-home mom with little ones under 5, you know the drill. It’s not easy. You’re at home all day, trying to keep your cool, maintain your patience, and manage to tick at least one item…
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Why Do Moms Burn the Midnight Oil?
home insemination syringeIt was just after 8 a.m. on a Saturday when my partner, Sarah, confessed to feeling sleep-deprived. Curious about her bedtime, I asked her when she finally hit the hay. With three little ones in the house, I…
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A Creative Approach to Parenting: A Mother’s Unique Solution to a Messy Room
low cost IUIWhen a mother in Indiana faced the challenge of her teenage daughter’s messy room, she devised a clever approach that has since garnered widespread attention online. Tired of the constant reminders to tidy up, the mother, who we’ll…
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6 Phrases That Will Transform Picky Eating
Get Pregnant FastWhen my eldest child was just 18 months old, he suddenly became averse to the meals I prepared. Mealtime turned into a chaotic scene, with him pointing insistently at the snack cabinet. He’d turn his nose up at…
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A Glance at the Most Delightful Celebrity Instagrams from the Holiday Weekend
low cost IUIAs the holiday weekend wraps up, there’s plenty to appreciate: family members have returned home, the kitchen is tidy, and comfy clothing has made a triumphant return. But before we dive back into our daily routines, there’s one…
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PSA: Alarming Levels of Lead Found in School Water Supplies
low cost IUIAt the conclusion of the last school year, my child received a letter from their school informing us that water fountains were being turned off due to elevated lead levels detected in the school’s water supply. I was…
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- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
- The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
- Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
- My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
- My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
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Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
low cost IUIAs I rush into preschool to drop off my daughter, Lily, I find myself frantically trying to tame her wild hair for what feels like the hundredth time. I remind her for the umpteenth time not to share her latest fascination with passing gas with her friends or teachers. “Mom, I just tooted!”…
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The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
low cost IUI As the demand for equality in parenting grows, the need for changing tables in men’s restrooms has become increasingly obvious. The reality is that diaper-changing responsibilities should not fall solely on one parent’s shoulders, regardless of gender. Yet, many public men’s restrooms still lack these essential facilities, which is both frustrating and…
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Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
low cost IUI In a recent political advertisement that has stirred controversy, a father leverages a shotgun to threaten a teenage boy over his daughter’s dating choices. This portrayal exemplifies the troubling perception of paternal control over daughters’ sexuality, echoing sentiments that many thought we had outgrown. The ad features Marcus Bennett, a candidate for…
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My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
low cost IUI My daughter has chosen silence. She’s switched off the location feature on her phone and is staying with her father, harboring deep resentment towards me. Rightly so—I’ve let her down. If this rift doesn’t heal, it stands as my greatest failure as a parent. I can’t push myself into her life. As…
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My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
low cost IUI Updated: Dec. 24, 2019 Originally Published: March 3, 2018 “Slow down! You’re going to endanger us both!” I shouted at my partner. I don’t usually resort to such dramatic outbursts (well, maybe I do). But when you’re hurtling down the Autobahn at about 130 mph, it’s hard not to react. My partner,…
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What Does “I Hate You” Really Indicate? And Other Teen Expressions
low cost IUI Parenting By Emily Carter Updated: January 20, 2018 “I can’t stand you!” my teenage daughter yelled, her voice filled with fury. “You won’t be at my wedding and you’ll never meet your grandkids!” In that moment, it felt as if her words were daggers aimed directly at my heart. The intensity of…
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Breaking News: Yes, You Can Be a Punctual Parent—Here’s How
low cost IUI Growing up, my father had a saying: “If you’re on time, you’re late.” I vividly recall him ushering our family out the door well ahead of any scheduled event. It became a running joke that he often spent more time in airport lounges than on his actual flights, thanks to his unwavering…
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What I Discovered After Complimenting a Stranger at a Restaurant
low cost IUI It was a typical evening with friends when we decided to dine at a local restaurant. As we entered, I was immediately captivated by the hostess’s radiant skin. It had that perfect, dewy quality that makes you feel both admiration and a hint of jealousy—definitely the kind of complexion that fuels the…
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Trump’s Controversial Remarks on Childbirth at March For Life Rally
low cost IUI During a recent speech at the March For Life rally, President Donald Trump made a bewildering statement regarding childbirth that raised eyebrows across the nation. The President, marking a historic moment as the first sitting commander-in-chief to address the rally, expressed his disapproval of babies being born at full-term, specifically in the…
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I Am Nothing Like My Mother — And That’s A Good Thing
low cost IUI It became abundantly clear to me that my mother and I are fundamentally different when I witnessed her capture a mouse using only her bare hands. I was perched on the dining room table, screaming in horror, while she calmly handled the situation as if it were an everyday occurrence. Honestly, the…