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Just Cut the Grapes Already!
Get Pregnant FastI have a rather intense fear of choking, especially when it comes to kids. Whenever I see someone take a massive bite of their food, my mind races, mentally rehearsing the Heimlich maneuver. So, you can only imagine…
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7 Commitments I Make But Rarely Honor
Get Pregnant FastSince the arrival of my son about a year and a half ago, it feels like I’ve been strapped into a rollercoaster that I didn’t sign up for. It’s exhilarating, completely out of my control, and everything rushes…
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A Heartbreaking Reminder: A Photo No Parent Should Ever Have to Take
Get Pregnant FastIn a world where we often take everyday moments for granted, a recent photo shared by a grieving mother has struck a deep chord among parents everywhere. It’s a poignant reminder of the unimaginable pain that some families…
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Heartwarming Images of 5-Year-Old Son Comforting His Exhausted Gold-Medalist Mom
home insemination syringeOlympic cyclist Mia Richards achieved a remarkable feat, winning gold in the women’s cycling road individual time trial this past Wednesday. After a grueling race, she collapsed on the ground, visibly exhausted. But it was her 5-year-old son,…
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Can I Use Breastmilk to Make Yogurt? And Other Breastfeeding Queries
Get Pregnant FastAh, breastfeeding. It’s a journey that’s filled with its fair share of questions and curiosities. As a seasoned mom who has navigated tandem nursing, oversaw my children’s unique dietary needs, and even shared my milk with friends and…
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7 Ways Toddlers Assert Their Little Tyrant Status
Get Pregnant FastLet’s be real: toddlers can be downright outrageous. They operate on a completely different wavelength, where your needs take a backseat to their whims. When you fail to meet their demands—like cooking dinner only for them to declare,…
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When Will Your Children Leave Home?
home insemination syringeMenu Parenting When Will Your Children Leave Home? by Jessica CarterUpdated: June 17, 2014Originally Published: March 26, 2010This article was originally published on March 26, 2010.Are you curious about when your kids might finally venture out on their…
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The Child I Couldn’t Adopt
home insemination syringeParentingThe Child I Couldn’t Adopt by Mia Thompson Updated: May 13, 2020 Originally Published: Oct. 25, 2014It was something about the way he spoke that struck me. His words had a peculiar rhythm, a disjointed quality. “Nobody loves…
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Parents Buzz About Baby’s Swimming Skills: A Heartfelt Story
Get Pregnant FastParents are buzzing about a video showcasing a six-month-old baby mastering swimming techniques. In a heart-wrenching backstory, Ava Johnson faced a parent’s worst fear when her three-year-old son, Max, tragically drowned after slipping out of sight. In a…
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- Excuse Me While I Embrace My Kids
- Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
- Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
- The 5 Phases of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly: A Doctor’s Perspective
- The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
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Excuse Me While I Embrace My Kids
low cost IUIIt was during a celebration for a friend’s little one when I found myself in an all-too-familiar situation. My youngest, a baby, was nestled on my right hip, the spot he loves best. Meanwhile, my energetic toddler, Max, tugged at my pants, saying, “Mommy, pick me up, Mommy!” Naturally, I scooped him up…
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Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
low cost IUI When a mother heads out of town, do you find yourself leaving exceedingly thorough instructions for your partner, almost as if you doubt their ability to manage the kids? I confess I’ve been guilty of this, often providing an overload of guidance for my partner when I’m away for a few days.…
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Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
low cost IUI Recently, 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…
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The 5 Phases of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly: A Doctor’s Perspective
low cost IUI As the clock creeps toward midnight on Christmas Eve, many parents find themselves navigating the chaotic landscape of toy assembly. It’s a familiar journey, one that often begins with a mix of denial and disbelief. Denial In the initial phase, you convince yourself that the mountain of packages strewn across the living…
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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…