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A Hilarious Parody Video Illustrates What If Men Had to Manage Birth Control
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High School Sports Cheering Standards: A Bit Overboard?
Get Pregnant FastIn a move that has left many scratching their heads, the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) recently tightened its grip on cheering standards at high school sports events. While a little playful rivalry is part of what makes…
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The Importance of Teaching Household Skills to Young Adults
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What Men Could Experience If They Were Pregnant
First up, grab yourself 50 hardboiled eggs. Now, eat them all. Next, try to go about your day without collapsing on the floor or losing your lunch. You’ll be walking around with a gigantic food baby that feels like it’s…
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The Unwelcome P-Word and Its Impact on Our Daughters
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Celebrating the Unique Children: The Quirky, The Eccentric, and The Intellectuals
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The Unexpected Challenges of Motherhood
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An Apology to Stay-at-Home Moms
Get Pregnant FastI owe a heartfelt apology to mothers everywhere, particularly to stay-at-home moms. Like many men, I once held the misguided belief that mothers who stay home with their children spend their days being unproductive or simply lounging around.…
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What Happens After Your Child Receives a Mental Health Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast“How are you holding up?” the psychologist inquired after his session with my son.This question has become a frequent refrain in my life since my son’s mental health diagnosis, posed by caring friends, family, and even my spouse.…
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Nurturing Sibling Relationships: Setting the Stage for Success
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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!
low cost IUI As a physician observing the complexities of parenting, I’ve seen that the “cry-it-out” (CIO) method can be a controversial topic. Parents are often inundated with conflicting advice, and it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed by the myriad of approaches to raising children. From co-sleeping and breastfeeding to the strictest attachment parenting, the…
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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
low cost IUI Recent studies have revealed that a significant portion of men, 52%, believe that birth control does not benefit them. This response has sparked considerable debate on social media, particularly on Twitter, where users reacted with surprise. In a society where the burden of child-rearing is often placed on women, it seems counterintuitive…
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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
low cost IUI A couple from the reality show “Love at First Encounter” has shared the devastating news of their miscarriage in a heartfelt Instagram post. Just last week, the couple, Mark and Sarah, announced their pregnancy, expressing joy at the upcoming arrival of their first child, a baby boy due this December. In an…
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Striking the Right Balance: Navigating Authority and Flexibility in Parenting
low cost IUI As a pediatrician and a parent, I’ve found that the journey of raising my eldest daughter has been a complex one. From the very beginning, we seemed to have a constant tug-of-war, reminiscent of day 493 into our relationship. My daughter, with her fiery spirit, often mirrors my own tendencies to challenge…