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April Birth Flowers: Daisy and Sweet Pea
Get Pregnant FastThis month, your little one’s birth flowers signify a personality that’s easy-going and sociable. April showers may bring May flowers, but you don’t need to wait for the sunshine to welcome your new arrival! The daisy and sweet…
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Lil’ Tasha’s Baby Registry: A Unique Opportunity for Generous Gifting
home insemination syringeDespite having recently celebrated her baby shower, Lil’ Tasha still has several open baby registries that remain largely unfulfilled. Thanks to the power of social media, she has shared these lists with her enthusiastic followers, many of whom…
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Why I Allow My Kids to Use Public Restrooms Alone
home insemination syringeUpdated: April 29, 2023Originally Published: April 29, 2023My 6-year-old seems to need a bathroom break every 15 minutes. Like someone who’s pregnant, I’ve memorized the locations of every restroom we visit. And if my eldest doesn’t need to…
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Alzheimer’s Disease Took My Father, and I’m Anxious It May Take Me Too
home insemination syringeThe initial signs of my father’s Alzheimer’s appeared innocently enough. It began with misplaced car keys, which many can relate to. Yet, it escalated to him forgetting to take his medications and leaving perishable items like yogurt and…
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An Open Letter to My Metabolism
home insemination syringeDear Metabolism,How have you been? I feel like we’ve drifted apart. Remember the days when I was in my twenties, effortlessly enjoying a whole Totino’s party pizza for lunch and still rocking a bikini later that day? Back…
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Dear Parent Who Enjoys Snow Days
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: November 30, 2016Originally Published: January 24, 2013Dear Parent Who Enjoys Snow Days,I genuinely like you. I really do. However, I find it hard to comprehend your enthusiasm. You seem like an ordinary person until a snow day…
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Young Boy’s Compassion for a Hungry Stranger Captivates the Internet
low cost IUIIn a heartwarming tale that has taken the internet by storm, a young boy’s instinct to help a hungry homeless man has resonated with countless people online. This touching moment reminds us all of how simple acts of…
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Binge-Watching Kids’ Shows for Netflix: Yes, It’s a Legit Job and Parents Are Perfectly Qualified
Get Pregnant FastHold onto your remote, because Netflix has rolled out a unique job opportunity that’s practically tailor-made for parents everywhere. They’re looking for someone to binge-watch kids’ shows and movies—and the best part? You can do this job from…
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Dad Overcomes His Stutter to Read a Bedtime Story to His Daughter
home insemination syringeIn a heartwarming tale of love and perseverance, a former special forces soldier named Jack Harrison faces his biggest challenge yet: reading bedtime stories to his young daughter, all while managing a severe stutter. This touching story was…
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Cubs Clinch the World Series: Teaching Our Kids that Even Heroes Have Feelings
home insemination syringeIn case you’ve been living under a rock or cut yourself off from all social media for the last 12 hours, the Chicago Cubs just snagged the World Series title with a nail-biting 8-7 victory over the Cleveland…
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- Understanding Diaper Rash: A Pediatrician’s Perspective
- 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
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Understanding Diaper Rash: A Pediatrician’s Perspective
low cost IUIAs a pediatrician, I often encounter concerned parents dealing with diaper rash. I remember one particular summer when a first-time mom named Sarah reached out to me in a state of distress. Her baby’s once-perfect bottom had transformed from a delightful dimpled sight to a fiery red irritation. Sarah was perplexed—she was diligent…
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Excuse Me While I Embrace My Kids
low cost IUI It 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…
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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…