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Transforming One Decluttering Project into Twenty in 387 Manageable Steps
Get Pregnant FastAh, springtime—when the urge to declutter and reorganize hits with full force. As the season faded into summer, I found myself engulfed in activities like swim team obligations and various camps, all while promising my daughter, Emma, that…
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A Supportive Message for Navigating the Newborn Phase
low cost IUIAs a doctor, I often witness the overwhelming moments new parents face during the newborn stage. I remember a late-night consultation with a couple who were clearly exhausted. The husband stood in the kitchen, staring at a bag…
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Election Night Cocktails: The Empowered Woman and Bold Gent
Get Pregnant FastAs we reach the end of this tumultuous election cycle, it’s time to unwind and celebrate with some spirited cocktails. Introducing the Empowered Woman and Bold Gent drinks, inspired by the memorable, albeit frustrating, comments that made headlines.…
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15 Commonly Used Yet Pointless Phrases Parents Say
home insemination syringeMy dad had this saying: “You can mess up your own pot, but eventually, you’ll have to deal with it.” While I get the idea behind it—essentially, what goes around comes around—it’s still one of the most nonsensical…
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Emerging from the Shadows of Recovery
low cost IUI“Hi, I’m Dr. Emily, and I am a recovering alcoholic.” These words, once so easily spoken in the anonymity of support groups, now make me feel exposed and vulnerable as I share them. Despite years of sobriety, many…
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20 Realities of Raising Three Kids
Get Pregnant FastMy partner and I assumed our family was complete after our first two children. Then, just as our youngest turned three and we celebrated the end of diaper duty—surprise! We found out we were expecting again. We embraced…
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When Children Speak Their Minds: The Challenge of Brutal Honesty
Get Pregnant FastLittle ones have a knack for unfiltered honesty that can catch us off guard, much like the candid remarks from a tipsy friend at a party. They have no qualms about pointing out your bad breath, declaring that…
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A Letter to the Dad at Drop-Off
Get Pregnant FastHey there! I realize we’ve never really exchanged a full “hello” during drop-off like I do with the other parents. Honestly, it’s just not something I typically do with men I don’t know. I mean, just look at…
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What a Mom Looks Like When She’s Trying to Keep It Together
The Universal Expression of a Momhome insemination syringeWe’ve all experienced it: that signature expression that speaks volumes. It’s the composed smile with an undercurrent of fury hidden in our eyes. It communicates a clear message: “We are in public, and…
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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…