-
I’m Not Taking a Break—I’m Breaking
Get Pregnant FastIt’s nearly noon, and I find myself at the kitchen counter, feeling like I’ve been here since dawn, slicing fruit for lunch. Suddenly, I hear the rumble of the FedEx truck outside. In my moment of distraction, I…
-
Things People Say When You’re Expecting Another Boy
Get Pregnant FastWhen I was pregnant with my first son, I had a chance encounter with a real estate agent who had helped us purchase our home. Excitedly, I shared my news, only to hear her say, “It’s better to…
-
5 Essential Beauty Products for a Flawless Look During a Heat Wave
Get Pregnant FastWhen the summer sun blazes down, the last thing you want is for your makeup to slide off your face. That’s why I prefer to keep my beauty routine minimal yet effective during these hot months. Yet, I’ve…
-
6 Moms You Encounter in the Summer Rec Swim League
Get Pregnant FastAfter much deliberation, my son finally joined the local swim team last summer. I braced myself for the scorching afternoons at the pool and the inevitable splurge at the swim store. However, what I wasn’t prepared for was…
-
How Are Your Kids Enjoying ‘No Homework Day’?
Get Pregnant FastIn the U.S., children are reportedly spending an astonishing 17.5 hours each week on homework alone. This figure doesn’t even account for the time they invest in school, extracurricular activities, sports, or performances—it’s strictly homework time. If that…
-
Mom Shares Evidence That Four-Year-Olds Can Be Little Demons
Get Pregnant FastAs if there was any question about it…In the world of parenting, we often find ourselves in awe of the little creatures we’ve brought into existence. But let’s be real—four-year-olds can sometimes act like tiny tyrants. A recent…
-
10 Concerns I Have When Heading Away for the Weekend
Get Pregnant FastAs I prepare to escape for a weekend of festivities with friends, I can’t help but feel a wave of anxiety wash over me. I’m lucky to have a wonderful partner, Mark, who steps up and enjoys spending…
-
8 Willy Wonka Treats We’re Eagerly Anticipating
Get Pregnant FastRemember the thrill of witnessing Gene Wilder’s iconic entrance into the mesmerizing Chocolate Room of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory? If you’re anything like me, you spent countless days dreaming of devouring chocolate toadstools and other fantastical…
-
20 Heartwarming Ways to Share Your Pregnancy News with Grandparents
Get Pregnant FastAnnouncing your pregnancy is a monumental occasion, not just for you, but also for your parents who are about to become grandparents. They will likely be just as thrilled as you are about welcoming a new member to…
I write about fertility, conception, and reproductive health. My latest resource, “Paths to Parenthood,” is now available to support your family-building journey.
at-home insemination baby care baby products breastfeeding child development childhood childhood memories communication education emotional journey emotional support family family dynamics family fun family life family planning fertility fertility resources home insemination humor kids life lessons love maternal health mental health motherhood nostalgia parenting parenting advice parenting challenges Parenting Humor parenting struggles parenting tips personal growth pregnancy pregnancy resources pregnancy tips relationships resilience self-acceptance self-care social media support women’s health work-life balance

At-home intracervical insemination (ICI) has become a popular choice for women and couples hoping to conceive in a comfortable, private setting. Whether you’re starting your fertility journey as a single parent, part of an LGBTQ+ family, or just seeking more control and intimacy in the process, at-home ICI gives you options.
- 7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
- 4 Inspiring Conversations to Have with Your Kids, Inspired by Judy Blume’s Timeless Books
- 17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
- 13 Thoughts Moms Have While at the Orthodontist
- 13 Essential Lessons About Money I Want to Share with My Kids
-
7 Ways I’m Just Like Ella Harper
Get Pregnant FastI won’t sugarcoat it—I’ve been yearning for my girl Ella this summer (yes, Ella Harper and I are on a first-name basis). At first, I thought it was a bit odd—maybe I was just trying to escape my mundane routine and dream of a more thrilling life like hers. But then it hit…
-
17 Essential Lessons for My Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Sons, As you grow into young men, I have countless lessons to share with you about life, strength, and respect—both for women and for yourselves. But today, I want to focus on some fundamental truths that, while not the most profound, will certainly make your lives easier as you navigate the…
-
13 Thoughts Moms Have While at the Orthodontist
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, I find myself spending about an hour every couple of months at the orthodontist’s office. By my calculations, this will total around 72 hours by the time my third child completes their orthodontic journey. Despite the frequency of these visits, I can’t help but be plagued by the same…
-
13 Essential Lessons About Money I Want to Share with My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my kids on a trip to my grandmother’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the house she grew up in and the stories of her childhood antics, including dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store. But what struck them the most was the stark…
-
Confessions of a Not-So-Retired Baseball Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, baseball isn’t just a sport; it’s woven into the very fabric of our lives. When the time came for our daughter to step up to the plate, we knew she had some big expectations to meet. With two teenage brothers who have spent countless hours on the field, and…
-
Rediscovering Myself Beyond Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast For the past eight years, my existence has been deeply intertwined with my two little ones. Almost everything I do revolves around them; after all, I wear the title of “Mommy.” The moment I saw those two pink lines was a highlight of my life; getting married and starting a family were…
-
The Wisdom Passed Down From My Mother
Get Pregnant Fast My mother recently celebrated her 80th birthday. She defies the stereotypes of what someone at that age is supposed to look or act like. Florence Henderson is 80. Cicely Tyson is 80. Willie Nelson, Barbara Feldon, Joan Rivers — all 80. It’s hard for me to grasp that these icons are that…