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Traveling with a Baby: Essential Packing Guide
Get Pregnant FastTraveling with a little one can be a delightful yet challenging experience. To ensure a smooth trip for both you and your baby, it’s essential to pack wisely. Here’s a handy checklist of must-have items that will keep…
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Gold’s Gym Faces Backlash Over Controversial Ad Campaign
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I Thought I Was Having a Stroke, but It Turned Out to Be an Ocular Migraine
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New Policy Grants Middle School Students Access to Condoms at School
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An Open Letter to My Unexpected Post-Pregnancy Belly Flap
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Slovenly Chic: A WAHM’s Wardrobe
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5 Sneaky Ways to Rack Up Facebook Likes (While Being a Total Jerk)
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Reflections on Partnership and Household Responsibilities
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Two Types of Kids on the First Day of School: A Hilarious Snapshot
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A Commitment to My Youngest Child: Allowing You to Stay Little
Get Pregnant FastIt’s no secret that as parents, we often find ourselves reflecting on the differences in how we raise our children, especially when it comes to our youngest. It’s almost a cliché to apologize to our later-born kids for…
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- Budget Proposal Cuts $9 Billion from Public Education, Diverts Funds to Private Schools
- March for Science: A Grassroots Initiative in Washington, D.C.
- My Children Cried It Out, and Now They’re Amazing Sleepers—No Regrets Here!
- What It Means to Be a Parent of a Black Child in 2016: A Physician’s Perspective
- A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
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Budget Proposal Cuts $9 Billion from Public Education, Diverts Funds to Private Schools
low cost IUIIn a recent budget proposal, President George Stevenson unveiled a plan that significantly reduces funding for public education by $9 billion, translating to a 13 percent cut. This controversial move reallocates funds towards private education, raising concerns about the future of public schooling in America. Critics argue that this initiative could be characterized…
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March for Science: A Grassroots Initiative in Washington, D.C.
low cost IUI Scientists are gearing up for their own demonstration in Washington, D.C., fueled by recent restrictions imposed by the Trump administration. This grassroots initiative aims to rally support for science and highlight the importance of empirical evidence in policy-making. Origins of the March Dr. Emily Carter, a researcher in environmental health, shared that…
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My Children Cried It Out, and Now They’re Amazing Sleepers—No Regrets Here!
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What It Means to Be a Parent of a Black Child in 2016: A Physician’s Perspective
low cost IUI In 2016, the experience of raising a Black child is fraught with unique challenges that no parent should have to face. For instance, Dr. Angela Richards, a pediatrician living in a suburban neighborhood near Atlanta, Georgia, shares her insights on the realities her family encounters daily. Alongside her husband, Marcus, they are…
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A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
low cost IUI Fascinating Womanhood, penned by Helen Andelin in 1963, draws from earlier booklets from the 1920s and ’30s. Since its debut, the book has sold over two million copies. Depending on your perspective on feminism, Fascinating Womanhood can either represent the ideal role of women within the family or act as a catalyst…
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Understanding Men’s Perspectives on Birth Control
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Reflections from Parents of Children With Special Needs: You’re Not Alone
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Runner Welcomes Stray Dog Who Accompanied Him on 77-Mile Marathon Adventure
low cost IUI In an inspiring tale of companionship, an extreme marathon runner has decided to adopt a stray dog that joined him for a remarkable 77 miles during a grueling race. The dog, who began following the runner and refused to leave his side, became an integral part of the journey. The runner, Jack…
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Couple from “Love at First Encounter” Shares Heartbreaking News of Miscarriage
low cost IUI A couple from the reality show “Love at First Encounter” has shared the devastating news of their miscarriage in a heartfelt Instagram post. Just last week, the couple, Mark and Sarah, announced their pregnancy, expressing joy at the upcoming arrival of their first child, a baby boy due this December. In an…
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Striking the Right Balance: Navigating Authority and Flexibility in Parenting
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