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Filming Your Child’s Discipline and Sharing It Online? Time for a Reality Check
low cost IUIOnce again, a punishment video is making waves across the internet. You may have seen this trend where parents decide their kid needs a little discipline, orchestrate a dramatic scene, capture their child’s tears on camera, and upload…
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Reflections on Childhood and Parenting
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The Olympics Bring Out the Humor in Parents on Twitter
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Supporting Children With Social Skills Challenges: A Doctor’s Perspective
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I Was a Teen Who Self-Harmed: How My Family’s Love Made All the Difference
Get Pregnant FastI can’t pinpoint the moment the thought first crossed my mind. Perhaps it was in the hallways of high school or on a popular teen drama. What I did know was that I was desperately seeking a release.…
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10 Thoughtful Gifts Your Mom Friends Will Love
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20 Lessons I’ve Gained from My Parents’ Marriage
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Navigating the Toddler Years: A Survival Guide for Moms
Get Pregnant FastThe toddler phase is a whirlwind of adorable giggles and ear-piercing screams, random jokes and, let’s face it, an obsession with nose picking. If you’ve ever found yourself judging another parent’s choices, brace yourself—those toddler years will have…
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10 Reasons to Join a Gym with Child Care
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- A Teen Couple’s Prom Night Stroll Concludes with a Heartwarming Surprise
- More Children Face Drowning Risks in Open Water Compared to Pools
- West Hollywood City Council Advocates for Removal of Trump’s Star
- Why Watching Adult Content Can Benefit Your Relationship
- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
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A Teen Couple’s Prom Night Stroll Concludes with a Heartwarming Surprise
low cost IUIIn Seaside Heights, New Jersey, a young couple’s walk home from prom took an unexpected and uplifting turn. ABC producer Mark Johnson shared a touching moment he witnessed involving a same-sex couple and a group of boisterous men. The story, which began with tension, ended on a high note.While enjoying a night out,…
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More Children Face Drowning Risks in Open Water Compared to Pools
low cost IUI As summer arrives, families are gearing up for outings to lakes, rivers, and beaches, but a recent report from Safe Kids Worldwide and Nationwide’s Make Safe Happen emphasizes the ongoing dangers of drowning in open water. While the rate of drownings in swimming pools has seen a decline, incidents in natural bodies…
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West Hollywood City Council Advocates for Removal of Trump’s Star
low cost IUI The West Hollywood City Council has taken action to advocate for the removal of Donald Trump’s star from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, though their proposal is ceremonial in nature. The council does not have direct authority over the stars, but they hope to influence the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, which ultimately…
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Why Watching Adult Content Can Benefit Your Relationship
low cost IUI The first time I explored adult content with a partner was in my early twenties. We were in a serious relationship and had both engaged with it separately before. After I stumbled upon his collection, we decided to experience it together. I was unsure how it would unfold. I knew it would…
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Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
low cost IUI As I rush into preschool to drop off my daughter, Lily, I find myself frantically trying to tame her wild hair for what feels like the hundredth time. I remind her for the umpteenth time not to share her latest fascination with passing gas with her friends or teachers. “Mom, I just…
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The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
low cost IUI As the demand for equality in parenting grows, the need for changing tables in men’s restrooms has become increasingly obvious. The reality is that diaper-changing responsibilities should not fall solely on one parent’s shoulders, regardless of gender. Yet, many public men’s restrooms still lack these essential facilities, which is both frustrating and…
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The End of a Cherished Friendship: A Personal Reflection
low cost IUI About two years ago, I found myself grappling with a deep emotional turmoil. I was slowly losing touch with one of the most important people in my life, and the pain felt more intense than any heartbreak I had experienced in past relationships. The fallout was unexpected. I was labeled as neglectful…
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Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
low cost IUI In a recent political advertisement that has stirred controversy, a father leverages a shotgun to threaten a teenage boy over his daughter’s dating choices. This portrayal exemplifies the troubling perception of paternal control over daughters’ sexuality, echoing sentiments that many thought we had outgrown. The ad features Marcus Bennett, a candidate for…
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My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
low cost IUI My daughter has chosen silence. She’s switched off the location feature on her phone and is staying with her father, harboring deep resentment towards me. Rightly so—I’ve let her down. If this rift doesn’t heal, it stands as my greatest failure as a parent. I can’t push myself into her life. As…
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Betsy DeVos Advocates for Schools to Have Authority to Report Undocumented Students
low cost IUI In her recent testimony before Congress, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos faced backlash for suggesting that individual schools should determine whether to report undocumented students to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). During an educational panel, Representative Marcus Jennings (D-CA) pressed DeVos on whether educators had a duty to notify immigration…