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COVID-19 Vaccine During Pregnancy: My Decision to Get Vaccinated at 35 Weeks
Get Pregnant FastWhen my state announced that pregnancy was now classified as a qualifying condition for the COVID-19 vaccine, I eagerly signed up. At 35 weeks pregnant, I awkwardly climbed out of my car and braved the sleet. I had…
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Modern Parenting: The New Norm of Compromise
Get Pregnant FastSummer of 1974: I was just 9 years old, waking up early and heading out of the house or, on Saturdays, following my dad’s orders—whether it was mowing the lawn, raking leaves, or washing the car.Fast forward to…
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I’m Not Really an Idiot, I Just Pretend to Be for My Kids
Get Pregnant FastMy kids think I’m a complete fool. You’d think that would sting a bit, but surprisingly, it doesn’t bother me at all. In fact, I actively embrace it.I feel incredibly lucky to have partnered with a guy who…
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To the New Mom: I Saw You and Remembered
Get Pregnant FastHey there, new mama. I spotted you the other day, and I felt compelled to share something important: you’re doing an incredible job.The whirlwind of emotions and challenges in those early months can easily fade from memory once…
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After My Family’s Childbirth Crisis, I’m Committed to Training Black Dads as Doulas
Get Pregnant FastI want to ensure that no father-to-be experiences the overwhelming emotions I felt in that delivery room. My journey into advocacy began after a heartbreaking event that changed everything for me and my partner.In December 2018, just days…
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Excuse Me, You’re on My Chest: A Journey Through Motherhood
Get Pregnant FastUpdated: Aug. 21, 2015Originally Published: Sep. 30, 2012A pivotal moment in my life occurred when my four-year-old son accidentally stepped on my chest, awakening me to the undeniable reality of my body and the changes it had undergone.…
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Should You Create a Birthday Registry for Your Child’s Celebration?
Get Pregnant FastPlanning your child’s birthday party can be quite the adventure, especially when it comes to gift-giving. As soon as you send out those invitations, you can expect guests to ask about what your little one would like or…
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An Open Letter to Queen B from a Fellow Twin Mom
Get Pregnant FastHey Bey,I hope you don’t mind me calling you that! As a fellow twin mom, I feel like we’ve got this instant connection, especially since you’re about to embark on this incredible journey yourself. Before you dive into…
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When Is It Time to Stop Being Naked Around Our Sons?
Get Pregnant FastAs a mother of four boys, I’ve never shied away from being nude in front of them. It’s hard to maintain modesty in a house with a 7-year-old, a 4-year-old, a 3-year-old, and an infant running around. My…
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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.
- At Home Insemination, Pop Culture Buzz, and Real ICI Basics
- At Home Insemination in the News Cycle: Safer, Smarter Choices
- At Home Insemination, Pop Culture, and the One Thing to Track
- At-Home Insemination Right Now: ICI Steps, Comfort, Cleanup
- At Home Insemination: A Safer “If-Then” Decision Map
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At Home Insemination, Pop Culture Buzz, and Real ICI Basics
On a rainy Tuesday night, “J” refreshed their phone for the third time. A celebrity pregnancy announcement had just landed in their feed, and it hit that tender spot: excitement for someone else, plus the quiet question of when it will be their turn. They closed the app, set a timer for their ovulation test,…
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At Home Insemination in the News Cycle: Safer, Smarter Choices
Is at home insemination actually trending, or does it just feel that way?Why do celebrity pregnancy announcements make everyone’s timeline look effortless?And how do you cut through fertility “hope” marketing without losing momentum? Yes, it’s in the conversation right now—between celebrity baby news, streaming true-crime chatter, and headlines about courts weighing in on family-building. But…
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At Home Insemination, Pop Culture, and the One Thing to Track
On a Tuesday night, “Sam” refreshed their feed while a celebrity pregnancy announcement dominated the timeline. Group chats lit up with baby-name guesses, and a friend joked that it must be “in the water.” Sam smiled, then opened their notes app instead: OPK results, cycle days, and a reminder to buy more pregnancy tests. That…
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At-Home Insemination Right Now: ICI Steps, Comfort, Cleanup
Is at home insemination actually getting more common—or just louder online?Why do legal and political headlines keep showing up in fertility conversations?And what do you do, practically, when you want ICI to feel calm, not clinical? Yes, the volume is up. Between policy explainers, court coverage, and a steady stream of pop-culture storylines (celebrity pregnancy…
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At Home Insemination: A Safer “If-Then” Decision Map
Myth: At home insemination is a “celebrity shortcut” that works if you just copy what’s trending. Reality: Most success comes from unglamorous basics: timing, clean technique, and clear boundaries with donors and partners. The headlines may be full of pregnancy announcements and pop-culture chatter, but real-life family-building is usually quieter and more planned. Right now,…
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At Home Insemination in the Spotlight: A Safer Decision Map
Baby news is everywhere. A fresh wave of celebrity pregnancy announcements and entertainment chatter can make family-building feel like it’s happening “all at once.” Meanwhile, podcasts and reports keep warning about fertility hype, and legal headlines remind people that reproductive choices can get complicated fast. Here’s the grounded take: at home insemination can be a…
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At Home Insemination, Unfiltered: ICI Steps People Actually Use
Myth: at home insemination is basically a “celebrity shortcut” that works if you buy the right product. Reality: it’s a practical, timing-and-technique process. It can feel low-key, but it still deserves planning, consent, and safety basics. If you’ve been scrolling past baby-bump announcements and “who’s expecting” roundups, it’s easy to think pregnancy happens on a…
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At Home Insemination: A Real-World Checklist for Right Now
Before you try at home insemination, run this quick checklist: Timing plan: you know your likely fertile window and how you’ll confirm ovulation. Supplies: you have clean, body-safe tools and a simple setup. Donor pathway clarity: you’ve talked through expectations, consent, and paperwork. Calm environment: you’ve built in privacy, time, and a backup plan if…
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At Home Insemination: What’s Trending—and What Actually Helps
On a Tuesday night, “J” refreshed their group chat while a streaming true-crime trailer played in the background. Someone posted celebrity pregnancy gossip. Another friend shared a headline about a court case involving at-home insemination. J’s question was simpler than the internet noise: “How do we do this at home without wasting a cycle?” If…
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At Home Insemination Without the Hype: Timing That Counts
Myth: At home insemination is basically “try once, hope hard, and buy whatever the internet recommends.”Reality: The biggest needle-mover is usually timing—and you can get a lot right without turning your bedroom into a lab. Right now, people are hearing mixed messages: a podcast conversation about misleading fertility hope, market reports hyping supplements, and court-related…