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Making a Mom Friend is Just Like Dating
low cost IUIIt finally happened! I encountered that elusive being known as the Cool Mom at the neighborhood park, and we actually swapped numbers. I’d heard tales of this rarity but never thought I’d find one myself. Connecting with other…
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What We Communicate to Our Kids, and How They Interpret It
Get Pregnant FastFrom the moment I turned 9, I found myself sporting an unfortunate perm. My mother, tired of battling my fine, tangled hair, decided that a DIY perm was the answer to our woes. The result? I looked like…
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Insights on Friendship from 70s, 80s, and 90s Television
home insemination syringeDear High School Freshmen,Navigating high school can be challenging. I understand this isn’t the most comforting revelation, but the corridors are filled with a diverse mix of personalities: the intellectuals, the athletes, the cheerleaders, the outcasts, and many…
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What’s Considered Typical?
MenuParentingWhat’s Considered Typical?home insemination syringeUpdated: Aug. 21, 2015 Originally Published: June 8, 2013When my first child reached three weeks of age, I found myself reaching out to a lactation specialist. “Is it, um, typical for him to cry for hours…
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Navigating Life as a Firefighter’s Wife: A Personal Insight
Get Pregnant FastHe’s just closed his eyes, worn out from the previous night’s shift. Slowly, he drifts into sleep when suddenly, blinding lights wake him. The piercing alarm shatters the silence, followed by an urgent voice relaying crucial information through…
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The Comedic Parents of Twitter Weigh in on the Pumpkin Spice Invasion
Get Pregnant FastIt’s that time of year again, folks! Love it or loathe it, the pumpkin spice takeover is upon us, with everything from lattes to lotions getting a seasonal twist. We’re talking about a trend so pervasive that it…
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Incredible Initiative Provides Three Years of Diapers for Families in Need for Just $40
Get Pregnant FastYou read that right! For a mere $40, families struggling to make ends meet can receive a three-year supply of diapers from GroVia. Newborns are precious blessings, but as every parent knows, they come with a hefty price…
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8 Surprising Things I Miss About Being Pregnant
low cost IUIPregnancy—can you believe it? It’s hard to imagine that anyone would miss being in that state of waddling, cravings, and constant bathroom trips. But here I am, reminiscing about it all! Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m not…
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10 Reasons Why a Twin Pregnancy Differs from a Singleton Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastWhen you first see those two pink lines confirming your pregnancy, a whirlwind of emotions hits you. It’s a mix of excitement, anxiety, and joy all at once. As you step into your OB’s office for that first…
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I Don’t Need to Speak Like a Proper Lady, Thanks Very Much
home insemination syringeI firmly believe that a well-placed F-bomb has its rightful spot in our culture. As a woman, I have every bit of access to phrases like “flippity-floppity” as any man out there.My kids are familiar with a wide…
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- Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
- Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
- The 5 Phases of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly: A Doctor’s Perspective
- 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…