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What to Anticipate After Welcoming Triplets
home insemination syringeParenting InsightsWhat to Anticipate After Welcoming Triplets by Laura Hastings Updated: Dec. 2, 2016 Originally Published: Aug. 26, 2012During my pregnancy with triplets, I eagerly acquired a well-known pregnancy guide, What to Expect When You’re Expecting. I meticulously…
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Let’s Take a Page from This PTA Fundraiser and Say Goodbye to Bake Sales
low cost IUIBake sales. Sending your kids out to hawk questionable chocolate bars and unwanted trinkets? Collecting catalogs filled with the most hideous holiday items imaginable—this is the reality of being a parent to school-aged children. Why do we put…
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A Love Letter to My Beloved Bed
low cost IUIDear Cozy Comforter,I realize that our time together has become scarce lately. I know you miss me as much as I miss you, and I hope you can forgive my absence.I long for the nights we spent wrapped…
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33 Thoughts a Mom Has When She’s Behind the Wheel
Get Pregnant FastOnce upon a time, before the chaos of motherhood took over, slipping into my car was as effortless as sliding on my favorite pair of shoes. It was my escape route to leisurely outings, from coffee dates to…
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5 Things I Definitely Wouldn’t Have Said as a Kid
low cost IUIYou never quite know what will pop out of a child’s mouth. Sometimes, I find myself shaking my head, while other times I’m left wondering where they get these ideas. There are countless phrases that my kids casually…
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3 Reasons You’re More Resilient Growing Up with a Single Mother
Get Pregnant FastReflecting on my own upbringing, I realize how profoundly my experiences shaped me. I have two vivacious daughters who bring joy to my life every day, and while I have a supportive partner by my side, my childhood…
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A Heartfelt Reminder of a Father’s Importance
Get Pregnant FastA touching story from a coffee shop in Minnesota has captured the hearts of many after a father shared a heartfelt note he received from a stranger. This father, who we’ll call Mark Jensen, is a dedicated doctor…
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The Sometimes-Princess: Navigating Gender Expectations
Get Pregnant FastWhen my daughter hit the age of three, my mother-in-law, her sister, and my wife’s grandmother came together to present her with an extravagant pink gift set. It included a tiny baby doll, a miniature diaper bag, and…
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I’m the Parent Who Doesn’t RSVP to Your Child’s Birthday Celebration
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Why I’m Taking My Toddler Trick-or-Treating
Get Pregnant FastLet’s be real—taking your toddler trick-or-treating is a no-brainer. As a parent, you get to enjoy some serious perks, and one of them is indulging in the sweet treats that come with Halloween. Yes, I see you eyeing…
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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…