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Anyone Who Thinks Staying Home With Kids Isn’t ‘Work’ Needs to Rethink That
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The Home Insemination Kit Manifesto
home insemination syringeBy: Jamie CarterUpdated: April 17, 2023Originally Published: April 5, 2015Please consider the following principles: I will approach the journey of motherhood with a sense of humor, understanding that without it, I may find myself overwhelmed or even institutionalized.…
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How My Daughter’s Innocent Inquiry About My Weight Motivated Me to Reclaim My Health
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Mother Donates Record-Breaking 15 Gallons of Breast Milk for a Noble Cause
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Parenthood Took Me on a Journey to Therapy
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Your 48 Week Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
Get Pregnant FastCongratulations on reaching the 48-week mark with your little one! Can you believe you’re just four weeks away from that monumental first birthday? If you gave birth to your baby, it’s wild to think that this time last…
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Let’s Face It: The Easter Bunny is a Little Creepy
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Couples Who Share a Drink: The Science Behind a Happy Marriage
Get Pregnant FastDid you know that couples who share similar drinking habits tend to report higher levels of marital satisfaction? A recent study published in The Journals of Gerontology Series B: Psychological Series reveals some intriguing insights into this phenomenon.Before…
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Dear Educator,
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The 6 Indicators for Identifying Synthetic Children
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- Budget Proposal Cuts $9 Billion from Public Education, Diverts Funds to Private Schools
- March for Science: A Grassroots Initiative in Washington, D.C.
- My Children Cried It Out, and Now They’re Amazing Sleepers—No Regrets Here!
- What It Means to Be a Parent of a Black Child in 2016: A Physician’s Perspective
- A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
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Budget Proposal Cuts $9 Billion from Public Education, Diverts Funds to Private Schools
low cost IUIIn a recent budget proposal, President George Stevenson unveiled a plan that significantly reduces funding for public education by $9 billion, translating to a 13 percent cut. This controversial move reallocates funds towards private education, raising concerns about the future of public schooling in America. Critics argue that this initiative could be characterized…
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March for Science: A Grassroots Initiative in Washington, D.C.
low cost IUI Scientists are gearing up for their own demonstration in Washington, D.C., fueled by recent restrictions imposed by the Trump administration. This grassroots initiative aims to rally support for science and highlight the importance of empirical evidence in policy-making. Origins of the March Dr. Emily Carter, a researcher in environmental health, shared that…
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My Children Cried It Out, and Now They’re Amazing Sleepers—No Regrets Here!
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What It Means to Be a Parent of a Black Child in 2016: A Physician’s Perspective
low cost IUI In 2016, the experience of raising a Black child is fraught with unique challenges that no parent should have to face. For instance, Dr. Angela Richards, a pediatrician living in a suburban neighborhood near Atlanta, Georgia, shares her insights on the realities her family encounters daily. Alongside her husband, Marcus, they are…
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A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
low cost IUI Fascinating Womanhood, penned by Helen Andelin in 1963, draws from earlier booklets from the 1920s and ’30s. Since its debut, the book has sold over two million copies. Depending on your perspective on feminism, Fascinating Womanhood can either represent the ideal role of women within the family or act as a catalyst…
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Understanding Men’s Perspectives on Birth Control
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Reflections from Parents of Children With Special Needs: You’re Not Alone
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Runner Welcomes Stray Dog Who Accompanied Him on 77-Mile Marathon Adventure
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Couple from “Love at First Encounter” Shares Heartbreaking News of Miscarriage
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Striking the Right Balance: Navigating Authority and Flexibility in Parenting
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