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5 Times Moms Might Hit the Gas a Little Too Hard
home insemination syringeI like to think of myself as a law-abiding citizen—mostly. Sure, I might have once ripped the “DO NOT REMOVE UNDER PENALTY OF LAW” tag off a pillow, but let’s not dwell on that. You won’t catch me…
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This Teacher’s Creative and Flexible Homework Approach is a Game-Changer
home insemination syringeLike many parents, I have mixed feelings about homework. Research suggests that homework in elementary school may not be very effective, and honestly, kids need time to relax, play, and just be kids after spending hours in school.…
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Sometimes…Just Embrace the Love
low cost IUISometimes, you find yourself needing to improvise—using paper towels or tissues in place of toilet paper when you can’t make it to the store. Sometimes, you step onto a mysterious wet spot on the floor after leaving the…
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Fathers, Co-Sleeping Doesn’t Have To Kill Your Sex Life
Get Pregnant FastThere seems to be a common belief among dads that co-sleeping is a romance killer, a marriage destroyer, and an all-around bad idea. “How can you maintain intimacy when there’s a child in between?” they lament, with tears…
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Finding My Place in a House Full of Boys: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant FastIn 1992, I welcomed a wonderful baby boy, which came as a surprise because I had always envisioned myself with a daughter. Though no one had confirmed it to me, I just felt it deep down—as if maternal…
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Emma Carter Announces Pregnancy with a Baby Girl
home insemination syringeModel Emma Carter recently shared the exciting news of her pregnancy, announcing that she and her partner, Jason Mills, are expecting a baby girl. In her usual candid style, Carter didn’t hesitate to respond to a critical tweet…
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Fearless 7th Grade Girls Take on Dress Code and Emerge Victorious
home insemination syringeWhen we think back to our own middle school days, many of us were busy obsessing over the latest gossip magazines and competing to flaunt the coolest Lisa Frank pencil cases. However, today’s middle schoolers, like these remarkable…
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Chronicles from the Pantsuit Nation: A Leader Who Resonates With Her
home insemination syringeGrowing up, my brothers and dad were adamant that a woman could never hold the office of president. They claimed women were too emotional, too unpredictable, and simply too uninformed. But let’s take a moment to recognize my…
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17 Unproductive Ways I Spent My Free Time Before Becoming a Parent
home insemination syringeAs I lay in bed at night contemplating my never-ending to-do list, it strikes me how drastically my concept of free time has changed since becoming a parent. The idea of “free time” now feels almost alien, as…
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The Day My Daughter Embraced a Stranger as Family
home insemination syringeThe day before my daughter Mia turned four, she gave me a glimpse into a heartwarming encounter that was about to unfold. I had just picked her up from preschool when she pointed out an elderly gentleman slowly…
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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…