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Embracing the “Never Had a Baby Body” Concept
Get Pregnant FastIt’s time to introduce a new term into our lexicon: “Never Had a Baby Body.” This term encapsulates everything from a noun to an adjective, and it reflects a familiar image in our minds: bodies that resemble a…
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Educating Our Daughters on the Value of Friendship
home insemination syringeUpdated: Sep. 14, 2023Originally Published: Feb. 21, 2014My daughter is currently in seventh grade at a small private school where she has known many of her classmates since kindergarten—some even since preschool. While overt bullying is relatively rare,…
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Finding Serenity Amidst the Chaos: What Calms Me on Tough Days
Get Pregnant FastParenting can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. Picture this: you wake up after a restless night, greeted by the early cries of your little one, and the day ahead is filled with chores like grocery shopping, laundry,…
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Doona Car Seat & Stroller Review: Is the Doona Worth the Investment?
Get Pregnant FastAs I prepared for the arrival of my third child, my partner and I made a commitment to minimize purchases, relying mostly on hand-me-downs from our older kids. However, one item that caught my eye was the Doona…
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My Experience with Unmedicated Natural Birth
low cost IUIExperiencing an unmedicated natural birth was one of the most harrowing events of my life. It was traumatic, painful, and utterly overwhelming. Even after ten months since giving birth without any pain relief, the memory still triggers anxiety…
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Dear Little One, Let’s Have a Heart-to-Heart: It’s Time for Some Changes (And I’m Not Backing Down)
Get Pregnant FastHey there, my little nugget,We need to chat. As you navigate through these crucial developmental stages, I have a few concerns about your behavior that we need to discuss.Just last night, you managed to remove your diaper with…
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If I Stopped Urging My Kids to Rush, We’d Never Leave the House Again
home insemination syringeI strive to be a tranquil parent. I genuinely make an effort. I wake up before my adorable kids are even awake. I meditate. Most mornings, I gulp down a glass of lukewarm lemon water that’s supposedly good…
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The Harmful Messages Our Daughters Receive from Public Figures
low cost IUIThe rhetoric from prominent figures can carry serious consequences, especially when it comes to shaping the perceptions of young girls. Statements made by influential individuals can reinforce damaging stereotypes about women. For example, comments like “a person who…
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Grandma Teaches Deaf Granddaughter to Sign, Hearts Melt
home insemination syringeWitnessing a grandmother and her granddaughter communicate through sign language is an experience that warms the heart. Have you ever come across something so precious that you can’t help but think, “This is absolutely adorable”? While there are…
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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
- Why Watching Adult Content Can Benefit Your Relationship
- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
- The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
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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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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…
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My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
low cost IUI Updated: Dec. 24, 2019 Originally Published: March 3, 2018 “Slow down! You’re going to endanger us both!” I shouted at my partner. I don’t usually resort to such dramatic outbursts (well, maybe I do). But when you’re hurtling down the Autobahn at about 130 mph, it’s hard not to react. My partner,…