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When You’re Caught Off Guard by Parenting Fatigue
home insemination syringeI never anticipated the overwhelming emotions that motherhood would bring. From the moment that pregnancy test revealed that miraculous plus sign, I was swept away by a whirlwind of feelings. There was excitement, worry, exhaustion, fear, relief, and…
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A Heartfelt Serenade: 92-Year-Old Sings to His Dying Wife
home insemination syringeIn a touching display of enduring love, a 92-year-old man named Frank serenaded his ailing wife, Margaret, in a hospice setting. Their granddaughter, Lily, was visiting Margaret when she captured this poignant moment on video. Margaret, 93, and…
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Parenting Wisdom: What Not To Do
Get Pregnant FastLet’s talk about the things you shouldn’t do. Life’s too short to waste time on regrets or unnecessary stress. Here’s a list of reminders to keep you grounded in the chaos of parenting: Don’t rush through life; every…
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What Happens When You Bring a Sleepy Child to a Restaurant?
low cost IUILast Saturday turned out to be quite the whirlwind. Our day was jam-packed with kid activities from the crack of dawn until evening. Seriously, why do weekends feel so chaotic now? By 7:00 PM, we finally managed to…
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Finding Humor in the Chaos of Parenting
home insemination syringeA recent segment from a popular online show humorously highlights the frustrations many adults face when dealing with children. In a light-hearted yet relatable manner, the host, Alex Thompson, shares his thoughts after enjoying a few drinks, discussing…
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How I Ended Up in a Toy Gun Showdown
low cost IUIMy 20-month-old is whining like a miniature siren. He’s got his eyes on the all-metal cowboy cap gun that his two older brothers are brandishing. They pull the trigger, and the satisfying clunk of metal echoes in the…
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5 Thoughts I Have When My Partner Is Running Late
low cost IUIUpdated: Aug. 20, 2015 Originally Published: July 25, 2015It happened again tonight. I felt like an athlete nearing the finish line of a marathon—though I wouldn’t know what that feels like since my only experience is walking a…
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The Epic Battle of Butt Wiping: A Parenting Tale
low cost IUIBeing a parent is so much more than just mending scraped knees and dealing with unexpected milk spills. It’s like being part of the greatest experiment in trial and error the universe has ever seen. When you find…
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Why Facebook Might Just Boost Your Happiness
low cost IUILet’s be real: many folks in the older generations have voiced an opinion about social media that sounds a bit like this: “Facebook isn’t doing anyone any favors when it comes to happiness.” One gentleman recently shared, “Instead…
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This Toddler’s Toilet Seat Rant is a Mood We Can All Relate To
Get Pregnant FastWe’ve all been there—grappling with the frustration of using a cold, potentially damp toilet seat. Just ask little Mia Thompson, who’s had enough of her dad’s seemingly endless habit of leaving the seat up.“Dad, how many times do…
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- Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
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- The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
- The Child Left Behind: A Journey of Love and Resilience
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Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
low cost IUIWhen 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. These…
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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…
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The 5 Most Awkward Aspects of Your Gynecological Exam
low cost IUI If you’re not in the delightful state of pregnancy (lucky you!), chances are you’ll find yourself at your annual gynecological exam – an experience as enjoyable as convincing a toddler to eat a plate of Brussels sprouts. I’m no medical expert (unless you count being an expert in wine tasting), but I’m…