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How to Set Up Your Home Gym Without Breaking the Bank
Get Pregnant FastA few months after giving birth to my second child, I found myself gasping for air halfway up the stairs. It hit me hard that sleep deprivation, breastfeeding, and the extra weight I had gained (let’s be real,…
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A Mother’s Heartfelt Tribute to the Incredible Work of Preschool Educators
low cost IUIIn the realm of education, preschool teachers often go unrecognized for their immense contribution to shaping young minds. Yet, their work is undeniably vital and simply astonishing, captivating the admiration of parents and non-educators alike. One mother recently…
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Please Wash Your Hands Before Approaching Someone’s Baby
Get Pregnant FastA father recently shared a powerful message about the critical importance of hand hygiene after his infant daughter faced a near-fatal battle with a contagious respiratory virus. As the cold season persists, parents everywhere are all too familiar…
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Valentine’s Day (Then vs. Now)
low cost IUIRemember the pre-mommy days of Valentine’s Day? No? Allow me to jog your memory of how it’s changed over the years…Then:The day before Valentine’s Day was all about pampering yourself. A bikini wax? Check. Flirty undies? You bet!…
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Flying Without Kids: 6 Luxuries I Once Took for Granted
low cost IUII used to adore air travel. It was a major highlight of any vacation, a moment to unwind and anticipate the exciting adventures ahead as we soared through the clouds. My partner and I were avid travelers, and…
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7 Things We Did as Kids That Will Leave Our Children Scratching Their Heads
low cost IUIAh, the good old days! Remember those times when we shared stories with our grandparents about how they walked uphill both ways to school in the snow? Well, prepare for a trip down memory lane as I reminisce…
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10 School Year Awards That Parents Truly Deserve
home insemination syringeThe school year can be a whirlwind, can’t it? From early morning wake-ups to packing lunches, tackling homework, and signing endless permission slips, some days it feels like just getting the kids to school on time is an…
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Why I Choose My Vibrator Over My Partner
Get Pregnant FastLet’s be real for a moment: I have a little secret, and it goes by the name of BOB—my Battery Operated Boyfriend. No matter how hard I try to step away from this guilty pleasure, I just can’t…
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10 Things You Can Forget About After Becoming a Parent
Get Pregnant FastThere are certain activities I once enjoyed before becoming a parent that now seem utterly impossible with three kids in the mix. Remember those carefree days when silence, time, and patience were our allies? Now, they feel like…
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Tom From ‘Queer Eye’ Reunites with His Ex-Wife, and the Internet is Overjoyed
low cost IUIMarch 8, 2018Fans of Queer Eye are still riding high after binge-watching the latest season on Netflix. If you’ve found yourself repeatedly exclaiming “yassss queen” and obsessing over each cast member’s social media, you’re certainly not alone. Adding…
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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…