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Balancing Life as a Physician and a Mother
home insemination syringeI often encounter articles penned by fellow physicians who express their disillusionment with the medical field. They voice frustrations about being constrained by patient satisfaction metrics, feeling undervalued due to misinformation from online sources like “WebMD,” and grappling…
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To My Eldest Child: You Were My First
home insemination syringe“I’m halfway to adulthood,” you said this morning, and my heart sank. It feels like just yesterday when you were my tiny boy, my first-born. You noticed my reaction, your face transforming as you added, “It’s OK. I’ll…
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10 Questions with Paralympian Jamie Lane
Get Pregnant FastSince her rise to fame, Jamie Lane has inspired countless individuals as an author (check out her book “Standing Tall”), the face of an acclaimed automotive commercial, and a motivational speaker. We recently caught up with her to…
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Babywearing: A Path to Healing Postpartum Depression
Get Pregnant FastWhen my daughter entered the world, I was grappling with the aftermath of a traumatic birth, and she was in the NICU. The first 16 hours of her life were spent apart from me, and when we finally…
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Letting Go of Perfection After Becoming a Parent
home insemination syringeFrom a young age, I longed for a child; it was more than a desire—it became an urgent need. This yearning for motherhood influenced my choices, shaping my current life and future aspirations. I was determined to have…
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Mike Pence’s Decision to Avoid One-on-One Meetings with Women: Why It’s a Concern
Get Pregnant FastIn 2017, there arose a significant national debate around the appropriateness of men meeting privately with women who are not their spouses. This conversation was ignited after a Washington Post article highlighted Vice President Mike Pence’s personal policy:…
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Meet CoverGirl’s Groundbreaking “CoverGuy” Jamie Carter
home insemination syringeIntroducing Jamie Carter, the first-ever “CoverGuy” for CoverGirl, an iconic name in American makeup. This week, the brand proudly announced the 17-year-old sensation as its newest ambassador, joining the ranks of pop culture icons like Zendaya, Taylor Swift,…
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The 10 Moms You’ll Encounter at the Pool This Summer
low cost IUIAs summer approaches, bringing with it the sun and the scent of sunscreen, I’ve been spending some time at local pools in Boulder. I can’t help but be intrigued by the dynamics between moms and their kids as…
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Daycare: A Transformative Choice for My Family
home insemination syringeAs parents, we often find ourselves making strong declarations about what we will or won’t do for our children—sometimes without fully understanding the implications. For me, one of those declarations was my aversion to daycare.I never really engaged…
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- Why is Miscarriage Such a Silent Struggle?
- The Daydreams of Exhausted Moms
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Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
low cost IUIRecently, 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 own hands.…
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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…
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12 Unexpected Insights from My 20-Year Reunion
low cost IUI Reunions can be eye-opening experiences, especially when it’s been two decades since you last saw your classmates. Here are a dozen surprising things I discovered at my 20th reunion that might inspire you to reconnect with your past. Casual Settings Win: Our 10-year reunion was held in a stiff banquet hall, with…
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10 New Emojis We Wish Would Make Their Debut
low cost IUI It’s no secret that emoji lovers are still grumbling about the absence of a middle finger emoji. Let’s be real; that’s the emoji we’ve all been eagerly anticipating. And while we’re at it, where’s the hot dog, taco, glass of white wine, and lobster? It sounds like someone is eager to show…