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My Friend Messages Me Daily, Yet We Never Meet Up
low cost IUIThey often say that friendships require nurturing, much like plants; without care, they can wither away. But is it possible for a friendship to endure solely through text messages, especially when that has been the norm from the…
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My PMS Is No Joke — Just Ask My Family
home insemination syringeOne evening, I was out on a date with my husband, and suddenly he got a bloody nose while driving. His eyes were darting around, and he looked like he had a stiff neck. I rolled my eyes,…
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Navigating Different Views on Nudity and Parenting
low cost IUIWhen it comes to being naked in front of our kids, my partner and I are on completely opposite sides of the spectrum. I embrace it, while my husband, Tom, is firmly against it. Somehow, we’re both trying…
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Prince Louis and Duchess Elara Share Heartwarming Family Christmas Photo
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Kentucky Lawmaker Proposes Bill Requiring Men’s Consent for Viagra Prescriptions
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Why Dining Out With My 7-Year-Old Feels Like Dating in My Twenties
Get Pregnant FastDining out with my 7-year-old is surprisingly reminiscent of my dating escapades in my twenties. Here’s how these two experiences mirror each other: He Polishes Off His Drinks: While his lemonades and chocolate milks lack alcohol, they’re packed…
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Prenatal Depression Is Real, and It’s Time to Discuss It
Get Pregnant FastDuring my 18th week of pregnancy, I went to the doctor expecting a routine check-up, only to be faced with the shocking news that I might not make it past 24 weeks due to an incompetent cervix. Suddenly,…
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Why Gun Safety Must Be Part of the Playdate Conversation
Get Pregnant FastAs a mother of two—my eldest is 11, and my youngest is nearly 8—I find myself reflecting on the countless playdates my children have experienced over the years. To put things into perspective, I decided to estimate the…
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Hilary Duff: Embracing Body Positivity After Baby
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- 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
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What I Discovered After Complimenting a Stranger at a Restaurant
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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…