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Help! My Ovaries Are Urging Me to Have Another Child
home insemination syringeAs a mother of three wonderful children, I often find myself reflecting on the journey of motherhood. Each child is unique—beautiful, challenging, and at times, utterly exhausting. Growing up, I envisioned my future as a mother, imagining myself…
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Christmas Morning with Kids: The Dream vs. The Reality
Get Pregnant FastAfter years of browsing through holiday catalogs and scrolling Pinterest for festive inspiration, I envisioned Christmas morning with my children as a picturesque scene right out of a Norman Rockwell painting, accompanied by the angelic melodies of holiday…
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Finding My Space: Embracing the Need for Alone Time
Get Pregnant FastI’ve always been someone who craves her own space. Throughout my life, I’ve never shared living quarters with anyone other than my family for more than a year—every roommate I had eventually left, usually due to my introverted…
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Zara Thompson Emphasizes to Mothers That Immediate Postpartum Recovery is Unattainable
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Conversations by the Poolside: A Parenting Perspective
home insemination syringe“Emily! It’s so good to see you! How has this year treated you?”“Whoa, whoa! Hold on there, buddy! Sunscreen first!”“Sorry, it’s just been ages since we last caught up. How are your little ones doing?”“Seriously, stop moving! I…
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Daughter Chronicles Her Mother’s Return to College, and It’s Absolutely Heartwarming
Get Pregnant FastA daughter has captured the joyful journey of her mother’s return to college, and it’s truly delightful. While many teens find the college experience thrilling, it turns out that adults can have just as much fun. A college…
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Should You Trash the Dress After a Divorce?
Get Pregnant FastWhen you search for “Trash the Dress” on Pinterest, you’ll encounter a wealth of creative and chaotic ideas. The common theme? The messier, the better! Why settle for a simple disposal when you can create a visual spectacle?…
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A Progressive Perspective on Night Two of the Republican Convention
home insemination syringeWelcome to the second night of the Republican National Convention! We kicked things off with a roll call of states, officially nominating Donald Trump for president. Picture the opening of a beauty pageant, where each contestant proudly represents…
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How My Guilt Over Having a Second Child Disappeared
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- 4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
- How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
- A Tidy Home (or Not!)
- The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
home insemination syringeHey there! Yes, I’m addressing you — the lone individual at this children’s sports event who’s out there berating the referees and players, flailing your arms, and exhaling in frustration, essentially behaving like a petulant child. It’s time for you to take a step back. In fact, take multiple seats. Maybe even grab…
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4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
low cost IUI When I first received my gestational diabetes diagnosis, I was a bundle of nerves. I sobbed to my husband and family, convinced I was to blame for this predicament. I panicked over the thought of needles, hefty babies, and a restricted diet. Fast forward to my second pregnancy, and I was much…
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
low cost IUI As my children have grown and we’ve finally bid farewell to those endless Caillou reruns, my husband and I are thrilled to introduce our two tweens to the wonderfully nostalgic world of ‘80s movies—the greatest cinematic era, if I do say so myself! Watching these films takes me back to a time…
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A Tidy Home (or Not!)
low cost IUI We like to think of our home as “rich in love, but light on cash.” Back when we were flush with both affection and funds, we had a little help keeping the place tidy. Fast forward to today, and the responsibility for house cleaning falls squarely on our shoulders. The result? Well,…
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The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
home insemination syringe In a bold move, The Weather Channel took to its platform to criticize President Trump’s announcement regarding the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement. This historic accord was designed to combat the severe impacts of global warming, marking a significant global effort to address climate change. Despite persistent claims from some…
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
home insemination syringe Menu Lifestyle Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations by Lila Thompson Oct. 22, 2016 As October arrives, the vibrant hues of autumn foliage emerge, and corn mazes and haunted houses spring to life. You guessed it, it’s that time of year again! Just as the leaves shift their colors, America turns pink…
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
home insemination syringe Somehow, after giving birth, I’ve become a so-called expert on parenting and the joy it can supposedly bring to your life. I’m joking, of course. I’m not an authority on anything. But if you heard the recurring question from friends who are pondering parenthood, you’d think otherwise. The question I get asked…
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My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
home insemination syringe By: Jamie Thompson Once upon a time, I believed that being a “good mom” meant never running out of those little dishwasher pods, laundry detergent, toilet paper, or diapers. My home was supposed to be perpetually ready for guests, with homemade snacks appearing like magic every day. I thought it was my…
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We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
home insemination syringe “We’re with you, and you’re with us. We are bigger than bigotry, louder for love.” Fifteen words, sent out on Twitter to the account of a political figure at 9:00 AM, accompanied by a picture of my partner, our son Leo, and me on the day we finalized our adoption. It was…
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On Body Image: A Lesson in Self-Perception
low cost IUI The other day, I found myself at Old Navy with my daughters, Emma and Lily, as they eagerly tried on a variety of clothes—dresses, shirts, skirts, and pants. Our routine was familiar: grab a bunch of outfits, head to the dressing area, and watch the girls emerge one by one, as if…