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Which Nuclear Family Is Mine?
home insemination syringeAs I navigate my role as a mother and partner, I often find myself drawn back to the dynamics of my original family—the one I was born into, where I was the youngest daughter. This pull became particularly…
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Navigating the Holiday Season with Autism: Practical Tips for Families
Get Pregnant FastHolidays can be a challenging time for families with children on the autism spectrum. The combination of school breaks, large family gatherings, and stimulating environments can create a perfect storm of stress and sensory overload. As a parent…
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A Captivating Video of a Boy’s Midnight Antics Will Inspire You to Install a Nanny Cam
low cost IUIChildren often engage in all sorts of amusing and bizarre behavior when they believe no one is observing them. In fact, they can be just as entertaining when they know they’re being watched. A recent viral video has…
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The Challenge of Positive Parenting: A Raw Perspective
Get Pregnant FastWe all understand the principles of positive parenting, right? Picture this: your 6-year-old is throwing a fit, yelling that you’re a terrible parent, ruining their fun, and outright refusing to clean up their toys. In this moment, positive…
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The Art of Regifting: A Guide to Holiday Giving
low cost IUIAs the festive season approaches, so does the age-old practice of regifting—an art form that stirs a pot of mixed opinions regarding its etiquette and morality. With holiday cheer in mind, let’s dive into the clever strategy of…
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11 Insights Children of Jewish Mothers Possess
home insemination syringeMy appreciation for my mother truly blossomed when I transitioned from the San Francisco Bay area to Los Angeles for my studies at UCLA. While many of my peers received infrequent visits from their parents, my mother had…
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Real Talk: Your Baby Might Not Follow Your Birth Plan
low cost IUIAs I settled into the hospital bed, I couldn’t help but think about how smoothly my labor had progressed so far. Then suddenly, my water broke. Having experienced this twice before, I felt confident that the rest of…
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An Apology to My Friends and Family
home insemination syringeTo the partner who once brought joy during my carefree days, to my two lovely children who fill my life with light, to my family whose unwavering support keeps us afloat, and to my friends who have been…
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12 Realities of Labor and Delivery
home insemination syringeEvery woman in her third trimester can’t help but feel a little anxious about the impending labor experience. Some have a detailed birth plan—like, “I’m going for an all-natural water birth!”—while others might joke, “Bring on the epidural!”…
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6 Insights from Your Child’s Day Care Teacher
low cost IUINavigating the world of day care can be a challenge for both parents and teachers. While your child may spend a significant part of their week with their day care provider, the opportunities for meaningful communication between teachers…
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- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
- The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
- Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
- My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
- My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
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Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
low cost IUIAs 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 tooted!”…
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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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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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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…
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Breaking News: Yes, You Can Be a Punctual Parent—Here’s How
low cost IUI Growing up, my father had a saying: “If you’re on time, you’re late.” I vividly recall him ushering our family out the door well ahead of any scheduled event. It became a running joke that he often spent more time in airport lounges than on his actual flights, thanks to his unwavering…
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What I Discovered After Complimenting a Stranger at a Restaurant
low cost IUI It was a typical evening with friends when we decided to dine at a local restaurant. As we entered, I was immediately captivated by the hostess’s radiant skin. It had that perfect, dewy quality that makes you feel both admiration and a hint of jealousy—definitely the kind of complexion that fuels the…
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Trump’s Controversial Remarks on Childbirth at March For Life Rally
low cost IUI During a recent speech at the March For Life rally, President Donald Trump made a bewildering statement regarding childbirth that raised eyebrows across the nation. The President, marking a historic moment as the first sitting commander-in-chief to address the rally, expressed his disapproval of babies being born at full-term, specifically in the…
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I Am Nothing Like My Mother — And That’s A Good Thing
low cost IUI It became abundantly clear to me that my mother and I are fundamentally different when I witnessed her capture a mouse using only her bare hands. I was perched on the dining room table, screaming in horror, while she calmly handled the situation as if it were an everyday occurrence. Honestly, the…