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Dear New Parent Class Instructor, Your Curriculum Needs a Revamp
Get Pregnant FastHello there,About a year ago, I attended one of the so-called “essential” New Parent classes your hospital promotes as a source of “valuable tools and skills for navigating the birthing experience and beyond.” Unfortunately, after 18 hours of…
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10 Junk Foods I Shouldn’t Give My Kids…But Will Anyway
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Mothers: You May Feel Overlooked, But I Acknowledge You
Get Pregnant FastIt was time for Back-to-School night, a moment filled with both excitement and nerves for me as an educator. The classroom began to fill with bright-eyed 4-year-olds accompanied by their families. A little boy and his mother approached…
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When Your Baby Has Down Syndrome: A Letter to Mothers Coping with Loss
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Is “Putting Yourself Through College” Feasible for Today’s Young Adults?
Get Pregnant FastThe escalating cost of tuition has outpaced the earnings of students working their way through college, as highlighted in a recent analysis. A student without family support or financial aid would need to work about 48 hours a…
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Men Can Get a Taste of Pregnancy: A Hilarious Guide
Get Pregnant FastFirst off, gather 50 hardboiled eggs. Yes, you heard that right—devour every last one. Now, don’t even think about lying down or losing your lunch. Instead, carry on with your day, proudly sporting a massive food baby and…
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The Night My Child Nearly Faced Tragedy
Get Pregnant FastI hold my son a little tighter than my other children. His affectionate nature draws me in, but the truth is, I cling to him more fiercely because I almost lost him once. Not due to an accident…
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10 Ways Parenthood with a Toddler Resembles Serving Time
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7 Reasons Why Motherhood Demands a Good Sense of Humor
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13 Remarkable ’80s TV Shows That Only True Gen-Xers Recall
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- It’s Totally Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
- Navigating the Journey of Choosing an Egg Donor
- Reflections from a Proud Dad: A Heartfelt Moment on His Daughter’s Graduation
- The Challenging Reality of Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
home insemination syringeUpdated: April 19, 2023Originally Published: April 19, 2023We all know that parenting can be exhausting. Have you ever noticed how different you feel by the afternoon? It’s like I wake up full of energy and great intentions, but by the time the clock strikes 2 p.m., I’m barely keeping it together. I strive…
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It’s Totally Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
home insemination syringe A few months ago, breastfeeding moms faced criticism for being on their phones too much while nursing—coining the cringe-worthy term “brexting.” The critics argue that mothers become so distracted by their devices that they miss out on vital bonding moments with their babies. Some even warn that these distractions can lead to…
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Navigating the Journey of Choosing an Egg Donor
home insemination syringe As I sift through countless profiles—height, weight, education, hobbies—I pause when an appealing face catches my eye. But inevitably, I find something in their description that prompts me to move on. It’s reminiscent of my online dating experiences, but this time, I’m not searching for a soulmate over coffee. Instead, I’m selecting…
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Reflections from a Proud Dad: A Heartfelt Moment on His Daughter’s Graduation
home insemination syringe When it comes to family, even the most powerful figures can show their sentimental side. Recently, during an appearance on a popular daytime talk show, a well-known leader opened up about his feelings regarding his daughter, Mia, preparing to graduate from high school and head off to college. It’s a moment that…
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The Challenging Reality of Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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What My Toddler Taught Me About Embracing Imperfection
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Humor in Customer Service: The Case of Alex Thompson
home insemination syringe In 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…
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Anxiety Is Stealing My Son’s Joyful Childhood
home insemination syringe “Mom! Dad’s here!” my son shouted, panic evident in his tone. Alex is 11 and still experiences anxiety when he heads to his father’s for the weekend. I quickly gathered his belongings, wrapping him in a tight embrace and kissing his freckled forehead. “You know I’ll call first thing tomorrow morning, right?…
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The Great Pants Debate: A Comedic Take on Clothing Discomfort
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Video Captures Teacher Yelling at First Graders Over Math Mistake
home insemination syringe In a startling incident at a charter school in Brooklyn, a teacher named Laura Bennett was filmed reprimanding a first grader for incorrectly answering a math problem. The video, recorded in 2014 by a teaching assistant, surfaced recently, drawing public attention. In the footage, students are seated in a circle, and Bennett…