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Let’s Discuss Sexuality: A Necessary Conversation for Parents
Get Pregnant FastLet’s dive into the topic of sexuality. If you’re anything like me, and grew up with the catchy beats of 90s hip-hop, you might find it hard not to recall the iconic Salt-N-Pepa tune when you hear the…
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The Toughest Challenges of Being a New Mom
Get Pregnant FastBeing a new mom is an incredible journey, filled with joy and love. However, it also comes with its fair share of difficulties that can catch you off guard. Here are some of the most challenging aspects of…
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Photographer’s Call to Facebook: ‘Stop Silencing Birth’
Get Pregnant FastIn a striking move, Facebook has once again censored a birth photo, citing “nudity violations.” Photographer Laura Bennett has had enough, and rightly so. Birth is a natural, beautiful event—not something that should be hidden away. If someone…
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Hillary’s Values Align With Her Actions – My Personal Experience
Get Pregnant FastAfter spending over a decade closely involved with Hillary Clinton, I made the tough choice to step away. It was a significant decision; I had served as the Acting State Director in her New York Senate office and…
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11 Changes I’ve Made Since Embracing Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastThey say that motherhood transforms a woman in countless ways. Research even suggests that women may experience an increase in intelligence after having children, which, in my case, feels undeniably true (or at least that’s what I tell…
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U.S. Surgeon General Issues Advisory on Parents’ Mental Health
Get Pregnant FastHey friends! It’s no secret that parenting can be a rollercoaster of emotions, with as many stressful moments as joyful ones. A recent advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General has highlighted just how overwhelming things have become for…
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Because Someday the Children Will Be Grown
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Is Your 6-Year-Old Prepared for First Grade?
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An Unexpected Legacy from My Grandmother
Get Pregnant Fast“Here, take this,” she said, handing me a slightly crumpled envelope. “These are your seeds.”I looked down at the envelope, its surface marked with “Hollyhocks” written in her familiar, delicate handwriting. The sight made me smile. I had…
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- Humor in Customer Service: The Case of Alex Thompson
- Essential Lessons I Overlooked Before My Daughter’s College Journey
- I Finally Understand You, Mom
- Why My Children Attend a Summer Day Program While I Work from Home
- 10 Strategies for Navigating Your High-Risk Pregnancy with Grace
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Humor in Customer Service: The Case of Alex Thompson
home insemination syringeIn a recent event that captured social media’s attention, a man named Alex Thompson humorously posed as a well-known retail chain on Facebook to engage with disgruntled customers. This occurred after the store announced a shift away from gender-specific signage, particularly in the toy department, which sparked outrage among certain patrons who voiced…
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Essential Lessons I Overlooked Before My Daughter’s College Journey
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I Finally Understand You, Mom
home insemination syringe Updated: June 29, 2023 Originally Published: May 6, 2015 Today, I reached out to you because I was feeling inundated with responsibilities. Without hesitation, you agreed to come over as soon as you finished your laundry. When you arrived for lunch with me and the kids, your mere presence brought me comfort,…
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Why My Children Attend a Summer Day Program While I Work from Home
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10 Strategies for Navigating Your High-Risk Pregnancy with Grace
home insemination syringe Experiencing a high-risk pregnancy can be daunting, especially when a healthcare professional calmly informs you of your situation. Whether you are facing advanced maternal age, have type I diabetes, or are expecting multiples, the emotional rollercoaster can be overwhelming. If you find yourself feeling stressed, anxious, or even isolated, here are some…
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Your 11-Week-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
home insemination syringe Congratulations on reaching the 11-week mark with your little one! By this stage, both you and your baby are likely finding a rhythm in terms of daily routines. You’ve successfully navigated the 6-week growth spurt, often accompanied by sleep disturbances, and you’re starting to understand your baby’s feeding and sleeping habits. If…
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14 Surprising Insights About Your First Pregnancy
home insemination syringe Embarking on the path to motherhood can be an exhilarating and daunting experience. The anticipation of welcoming a new life often comes with a cocktail of emotions — joy, fear, and excitement. One of the most intimidating aspects, particularly for first-time mothers, is the uncertainty that accompanies pregnancy. You may find yourself…
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The Piercing Experience: A Reflection on Youthful Choices
home insemination syringe As a young adult, I exhibited behavior that could be generously labeled as “rebellious.” In hindsight, “disrespectful” and “self-centered” might be more accurate descriptors. Society tends to excuse such behavior in teenagers, attributing it to the ongoing development of the brain, but now that I am approaching forty, I recognize my past…
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10 Topics to Avoid Complaining About This Holiday Season
home insemination syringe Complaining seems to have become a cultural norm, creeping in subtly until it transformed into a prevalent habit. We even find ourselves grumbling about positive experiences, attempting to present it as charmingly self-deprecating. Remarks about our children being “little terrors,” or lamenting the challenges of a comfortable home and demanding jobs have…
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The Need to Affirm Public Breastfeeding: A Call for Understanding
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