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7 Parallels Between My Husband’s Fitness Routine and a Teenager’s Habits
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A Tote for Those Tired of the Question “Are They All Yours?”
home insemination syringe“Are they all yours?” It’s a question that might arise from the same individuals who inquire, “Are you the nanny?” or “Are you expecting?” Some people simply lack a social filter. One mother, frustrated by the incessant questioning…
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The 2016 Goop Holiday Gift Guide Has Arrived to Leave You Baffled and Broke
home insemination syringeHooray! The 2016 GOOP Holiday Gift Guide is back in action! Yes, it’s that delightful season again when Gwyneth Paltrow serves up a smorgasbord of extravagant gifts that’ll make you chuckle, shed a tear, and feel rather impoverished.…
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Attachment Parenting: A Wild Ride
low cost IUIUpdated: June 8, 2020 Originally Published: June 30, 2014“You know, I gave you formula, and look, you’re alive!” My mom murmured this under her breath, possibly more for her own reassurance than for me, as I sat in…
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Why I Dream of Being Friends with Chloe Adams
Get Pregnant FastIf I had the chance to call her first thing in the morning, that’s exactly what I would say—if only I were Chloe Adams’s best friend. I’d be the one to send over freshly baked croissants and the…
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24 Insights All Urban Moms Understand
home insemination syringeNavigating the urban landscape as a mother presents unique challenges and experiences. Here are 24 truths that resonate with city moms: Your stroller doubles as your vehicle. There’s a careful balance between your child’s weight and the number…
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Nostalgia for the Cabbage Patch Kid Phenomenon of the 1980s
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Alcoholics Anonymous and the Deceptions I Believed
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Do Not Hold Me Accountable for My Children’s Actions
home insemination syringeIn a poignant exchange, a survivor of a tragic school shooting, Jane Smith, recently penned a heartfelt letter to the mother of the perpetrator, Laura Johnson, expressing forgiveness for her son’s actions. This letter came just before Johnson’s…
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Navigating Life After Loss: I Am Here, But My Child Is Not
low cost IUIOnce, I welcomed a child into this world, only to lose him. There are gentler ways to express it — he was stillborn; he passed away before birth; I experienced a pregnancy loss. Yet, regardless of the terminology,…
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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
- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
- The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
- The End of a Cherished Friendship: A Personal Reflection
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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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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,…
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What Does “I Hate You” Really Indicate? And Other Teen Expressions
low cost IUI Parenting By Emily Carter Updated: January 20, 2018 “I can’t stand you!” my teenage daughter yelled, her voice filled with fury. “You won’t be at my wedding and you’ll never meet your grandkids!” In that moment, it felt as if her words were daggers aimed directly at my heart. The intensity of…