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Allow My Child to Bring a Gift to Your Birthday Celebration
home insemination syringeOne of my daughter’s greatest joys is creating cards for her friends and selecting small gifts to share. She has a generous spirit, often eager to give away her belongings or save her allowance to buy a little…
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Teenage Innovators Create Comfort Packages for Women Experiencing PMS
Get Pregnant FastIn a clever twist on entrepreneurship, two resourceful teenage boys have developed an innovative solution to support women during one of their most challenging times: their menstrual cycles. Meet Jake Thompson and Ryan Lee, both 19, the brains…
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New Year’s Aspirations Every Parent Envisions for Their Child
low cost IUIAs we dive deeper into the New Year, many of us find ourselves reflecting on our personal goals. If you’re anything like me, you might have already broken your resolutions—or perhaps you didn’t even make any to begin…
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Zika Virus Advisory: Brazilian Health Authorities Warn Against Pregnancy
low cost IUIBrazilian health authorities are currently advising women against pregnancy due to a concerning health crisis linked to a mosquito-borne virus. This development has caused widespread anxiety among expectant mothers, as the Zika virus poses significant risks to unborn…
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5 Strategies for Navigating the Ex-Stepparent Journey
low cost IUIAs I transitioned from being a stepparent to an ex-stepparent, I quickly realized that my circle of fellow stepparents, while small, was a bustling community compared to the desolate realm of those who have relinquished that role. I…
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The Truth About Kids Raised by Gay Parents: Spoiler Alert, They’re Just Like Any Other Kids
Get Pregnant FastMarch 16, 2023It might seem redundant to say that kids with gay parents grow up the same as those with heterosexual parents, but here we are in a world where studies need to be conducted to prove what…
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Postpartum Bonding: It’s Not Always Instant
Get Pregnant FastWhen I was expecting, I found myself daydreaming about labor, delivery, and the blissful moments of postpartum bonding. I pictured a serene birth, cozying up on the couch with my sleepy newborn, and that unforgettable first meeting with…
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The 9 Levels of Youth Sports Madness That All Parents Know
low cost IUIAs a huge advocate for youth sports, I truly believe they’re an amazing way to keep kids active while instilling values like discipline and accountability. However, the reality of youth sports isn’t always about trophies and cheers; sometimes…
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6 Similarities Between Toddlerhood and Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastThis morning, as I navigated through traffic, my three-year-old was throwing a classic tantrum. What’s new, right? As he shouted, “I JUST WANT WAFFLES AND TACOS ALL THE TIIIIIME!” I realized that at nearly seven months pregnant, my…
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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…