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The Hilarious Quest for the Perfect Baby Photo
low cost IUIEvery parent understands the challenge of capturing that perfect photograph of their little one. No matter how hard you try, there are moments when your child just isn’t in the mood. But when they are smiling, you need…
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Mastering the Art of Using a Urine Cup During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastPregnancy brings a myriad of challenges, and one of the most amusing yet frustrating has to be the art of collecting urine samples. If you think peeing in a cup while pregnant should be an Olympic sport, you’re…
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Get Ready for Caramel M&Ms: Sweetness is on the Way!
home insemination syringeHold onto your candy-loving hearts! M&Ms has just announced that a luscious new flavor—caramel—will be hitting the shelves in 2017. Now, let’s keep this little nugget of joy under wraps. You might want to keep it from the…
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10 New Year’s Resolutions My Family Should Consider Making
low cost IUIEvery year, as the calendar turns, it’s common for individuals to reflect on their lives and set goals for the upcoming year. While many people might aim at personal fitness or self-improvement, I recently took a moment to…
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Tales from the Nation of Empowered Pantsuits: I Stand With Her
home insemination syringeAs the mother of a Latino son, I was shocked when another student casually mentioned that if Trump became president, my child would be sent back to Guatemala. This wasn’t even said with malice, but as if it…
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Waiting Tables: How It Makes You a Better Person
low cost IUIDid I say bitter? I meant better. I genuinely believe that waiting tables and working in the service industry can shape you into a better person. I’ve had my fair share of roles in this field, starting at…
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How to Encourage a 14-Year-Old Girl to Embrace Playfulness
home insemination syringeRecently, I took my 14-year-old daughter, Emily, to the picturesque North Shore of Oahu for a week-long getaway. For many parents, the idea of spending days in a condo with a teenage girl can be daunting; however, we…
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What Parents Should Understand About the Evolution of Teen Sexuality
low cost IUIOkay, I know the thought of discussing sex with your kids can make you squirm, but brace yourself—it’s even more critical now than it used to be. The landscape of teen sexuality has shifted dramatically, and our guidance…
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Florida Teens Arrested in Disturbing School Shooting Conspiracy, One Kept a “Terror Day” Journal
Get Pregnant FastThree teenagers were apprehended following a chilling incident at Coral Springs High School that involved a loaded firearm and a threatening social media post. One of the suspects, a 17-year-old named Alex Johnson, had in his possession a…
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I’m That Determined Mom Raising Feminist Boys
home insemination syringeI always imagined I would have daughters. While I won’t say I pictured myself surrounded by all things pink and sparkly, I did look forward to raising strong, empowered girls who would carry on the legacy of a…
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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…