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A Happy Marriage Doesn’t Require Shared Hobbies
home insemination syringeWhen it comes to relationships, the notion that couples must share interests to thrive is a common misconception. Take my partner, Jake, for example. He has been a car enthusiast since he could crawl. His mom loves to…
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Why I Choose to Breastfeed in My Car
low cost IUIIn recent years, the conversation around breastfeeding in public has gained considerable attention. People generally hold one of three viewpoints: 1) Only breastfeed in private; 2) Breastfeed in public but cover up; or 3) Breastfeed anywhere, anytime. As…
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I’m Not Sure I Can Handle This Parenting Thing
low cost IUIAh, motherhood! I adore my kids just like any other mom, but there are days when I truly question if I’m cut out for this whole parenting gig. Seriously, some days feel like a relentless cycle of lost…
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8 Surprising Aspects of Pregnancy That Aren’t Commonly Discussed
low cost IUIPregnancy is often portrayed in a romanticized light, particularly in films where it seems like a straightforward, magical event. The reality is quite different; it’s a complex journey that encompasses significant changes in your body and mind. While…
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Whose Homework Is It, Anyway?
Get Pregnant FastReflecting on my childhood, I remember being an eager learner, longing for homework that my school didn’t provide until fourth grade. I felt cheated, wishing for the academic challenges that I craved. Fast forward to my own kids,…
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Navigating Special Needs Adoption: Embracing Limb Differences
low cost IUIWhen my partner and I first looked into adopting from China, we were told to expect a wait of about six years for a child. It felt like our journey had hit a brick wall before it even…
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8 Gifts I’m Treating Myself to This Holiday Season
Get Pregnant FastAs the holiday season approaches, my kids inevitably start asking what I want for Christmas. But let’s be honest, this question is often a bit of a trap. Instead of responding with something selfless like, “Oh, I don’t…
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Why I Chose to Stop Drinking Alcohol
low cost IUIAfter my daughter, whom I affectionately call the Little Explorer, arrived, I realized that alcohol just didn’t agree with me anymore. I’ve never been a heavy drinker, but in college and early adulthood, I enjoyed a drink or…
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To the Doctor Who Shared My Son’s Down Syndrome Diagnosis: You Could Have Done Better
Get Pregnant FastDear Doctor,It has been two years since you delivered the news that our son would be born with Down syndrome, and I still find it difficult to revisit that surreal 20-minute conversation we had in your sterile office.…
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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…