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Is Financing Your College Education Still Feasible for Today’s Students?
home insemination syringeThe rising costs of tuition have outpaced the earnings of students working part-time during their college years, according to a recent analysis featured in The Atlantic. A student without family support or financial aid would need to work…
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The Enduring Pain of Divorce: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant FastNavigating the world as a divorced mother has been my reality for the past ten months. While I won’t count the preceding year of separation—when I still held onto the hope for reconciliation—this duration has been long enough…
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5 Ways I Struggle as a Stay-at-Home Mom
low cost IUIBack in the early ’90s, if someone had suggested to me, an ambitious, career-oriented feminist, that I would pause my extensive education to become a stay-at-home mom, I would have laughed them off. That wasn’t the world I…
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Guy Attempts to Purchase Makeup for His Girlfriend, Results in Laughter
home insemination syringeIn a comical turn of events, a young man recently undertook the challenge of buying makeup for his girlfriend, affectionately dubbed “Radiant Rose.” His endeavor to locate the ideal shade of soft yet vibrant pink matte lipstick proved…
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21 Insights from Your Baby’s First Year
Get Pregnant FastIt’s hard to believe that this past year has flown by in a whirlwind. It all started with the arrival of my little one last August. Just six months later, we packed up and moved from a quiet…
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Today’s Grocery Store Anxiety: A Tale of a Newbie Couponer
Get Pregnant FastI usually take pride in my ability to stay calm during stressful moments. Serenity was my forte—before parenthood entered the mix. Having kids has somewhat stripped away my former cool demeanor. My little ones can transform a peaceful…
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Mom Shares Hilarious Baby Barf Incident, Fellow Parents Relate
home insemination syringeA mom’s candid tweet about a gross encounter with her baby sparked a wave of camaraderie among parents online. The hard truth that every parent learns early on is that children can be utterly revolting. From spit-up to…
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Paternity Leave: A Necessary Component of Paid Family Leave
Get Pregnant FastI welcomed my second child into the world this past January. It’s hard to believe that over eight months have gone by, and yet I feel like I’m still in recovery mode. But maybe I shouldn’t say that…
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Should Your Kids Learn to Speak Awkward Mandarin?
low cost IUILet’s take a little trip back in time—51 years to be exact. The Cold War was in full swing, the Berlin Wall had just gone up, and President Kennedy was about to give a monumental speech in Germany,…
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Apologies, But Your 1-Year-Old Isn’t the Best Eater
home insemination syringeBy: Sarah McKenzieOne sunny afternoon, my kids and I were enjoying our time at the park when my oldest, as toddlers are wont to do, started tugging at my shirt, asking for a snack. We found a bench,…
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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…