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Man Questions PMS, Women Respond: ‘Absolutely, It’s Real!’
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The ‘Ideal Parent’ During Halloween: Unveiling the Secrets
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10 School Year Awards Parents Truly Deserve
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The Beauty of the Mom Bod: A Celebration of Real Bodies
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Why Aging Can Make You Better: Insights on Growing Older
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Mom Shares the Hilarious (And Unpleasant) Realities Post-Birth
home insemination syringeBlogger Jamie Turner perfectly captures the raw and often comical aspects of postpartum life in a viral Facebook post. If you’re expecting and want the unvarnished truth about what happens after you “push out a baby,” this is…
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The Transformative Power of Embracing Your Inner Slob
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10 Inquiries to Avoid When Engaging with a Large Family
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Letters from a Time Gone By
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This Fifth Grader Deserves a Masterclass on Setting Boundaries
low cost IUIMenu ParentingThis Fifth Grader Deserves a Masterclass on Setting Boundariesby Laura Mitchell Updated: Oct. 12, 2020 Originally Published: Sep. 17, 2016In a world where young girls often find it challenging to assert themselves, one fifth-grade student has taken…
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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
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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
low cost IUI As a pediatrician and a parent, I’ve found that the journey of raising my eldest daughter has been a complex one. From the very beginning, we seemed to have a constant tug-of-war, reminiscent of day 493 into our relationship. My daughter, with her fiery spirit, often mirrors my own tendencies to challenge…