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The One-Bathroom Family: The Struggle Is Real
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Your 17-Week-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
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Why Those Over 40 Should Embrace Their Age With Confidence
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After 26 Years, A Mother Finally Sees Justice for Her Daughter
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10 Essential Insights for Expectant Dads About Labor and Delivery
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Now That’s What I Call Mom Jams: A Playlist For Every Mom
Get Pregnant FastMusic has a unique ability to accompany us through different phases of life. From the tracks that defined our high school years to those memorable tunes that played during our first dances, we all have a soundtrack that…
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The First Trimester: A Challenging Journey
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Kimberly Anderson Shares Her Ideal Post-Birth Gift, Sparking Online Backlash
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Dear Daughter,
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How Educational Systems Are Undermining Children’s Creativity and Solutions to Foster Imagination
The Impact of Routinehome insemination syringeEducational institutions often rely on structured routines for several reasons: (1) consistency in standards, (2) ease of management for educators and administrators, and (3) a sense of security for students. While these reasons are valid,…
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- Navigating the Conversation About Legal Marijuana with Your Kids
- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- 4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
- The Best of Intentions: Navigating Parenting Conversations
- How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
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Navigating the Conversation About Legal Marijuana with Your Kids
low cost IUI“Are those pot brownies?” my child blurted out during a casual snack time. I thought about correcting them, “You mean ‘pot brownies,’ right?” She just shrugged and asked, “What’s the difference?” Cue the awkward silence—time for a serious chat about drugs.I wasn’t even sure if people really made crack brownies—do they?—but I knew…
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
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4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
low cost IUI When I first received my gestational diabetes diagnosis, I was a bundle of nerves. I sobbed to my husband and family, convinced I was to blame for this predicament. I panicked over the thought of needles, hefty babies, and a restricted diet. Fast forward to my second pregnancy, and I was much…
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The Best of Intentions: Navigating Parenting Conversations
low cost IUI At a lively brunch gathering, a family friend turns to me, a warm smile lighting up her face. “Your kids are absolutely precious!” she exclaims. “Thank you! We think they’re pretty great,” I reply, trying to keep the humility in check. But then comes the dreaded question: “So, which one is the…
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How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
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Teaching Our Sons About Respect and Consent
low cost IUI Hey there, fellow parents! When I say, “We need to teach our sons not to engage in harmful behaviors,” here’s what I’m getting at. Let’s kick things off early—like, really early—when they’re too young to even think about it. Instilling Respect for Their Bodies Start by instilling respect for their own bodies.…
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A Tidy Home (or Not!)
low cost IUI We like to think of our home as “rich in love, but light on cash.” Back when we were flush with both affection and funds, we had a little help keeping the place tidy. Fast forward to today, and the responsibility for house cleaning falls squarely on our shoulders. The result? Well,…
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The Joys of Raising an Autistic Teenager
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The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
home insemination syringe In a bold move, The Weather Channel took to its platform to criticize President Trump’s announcement regarding the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement. This historic accord was designed to combat the severe impacts of global warming, marking a significant global effort to address climate change. Despite persistent claims from some…