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Explaining To My Mom Why I Handle the Laundry
home insemination syringeI was out grocery shopping with my mom and my two daughters. My mom had come to visit for my son’s birthday, and it was only her second time seeing our home in Utah since I moved here…
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The Essential Guidelines for Costco Navigation
home insemination syringeAs someone who frequents Costco, I can confidently say it’s my go-to place for approximately 90% of my grocery needs. The large-sized ice cream treats for my kids are a steal, and the delicious pizzas available for a…
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Unforgettable Parenting Moments: The Ones I Wish I Could Erase
low cost IUIA few weeks back, my kids stumbled upon some old photo albums from their baby days, which also included a few rather questionable shots from a pre-kids trip to Ireland with some friends. I use the term “stumbled…
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Striking the Right Balance in Parenting: Finding the Ideal Discipline Approach
Get Pregnant FastAs a parent, I’ve been labeled everything from a stringent disciplinarian to someone who lets their children get away with too much. I’ve faced disapproving glares from onlookers when my kids throw tantrums in public, and I’ve given…
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Female Dragonflies Play Dead to Evade Mating
home insemination syringeIn a remarkable display of self-preservation, female dragonflies have been observed faking their own deaths to avoid unwanted mating. This behavior, akin to what many might humorously relate to in human interactions, was documented by researchers from the…
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Trust Me, It Only Gets More Challenging
Menu Parenting Trust Me, It Only Gets More Challenginghome insemination syringeHaving children close in age comes with numerous advantages. Siblings provide built-in playmates, and there’s no need to start the parenting journey over again since you’re in the thick of…
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Dad Transforms 4-Month-Old Into the World’s Most Adorable Elf on the Shelf
low cost IUIOne imaginative father has taken the traditional Elf on the Shelf concept and made it irresistibly cute. Instead of a somewhat unsettling elf figure, he’s transformed his four-month-old baby, Oliver, into a delightful shelf elf.Alan Johnson, a blogger…
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Our Teen Won’t Be Getting a New Car for His 16th Birthday
home insemination syringeOn my 17th birthday, I stepped out of the DMV, squinting in the late November sun as I searched for my mom. She was waiting in the car after I had taken my eagerly anticipated written driving test.…
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The Velcro Baby: When You Just Can’t Set Your Baby Down
home insemination syringeI’ve dreamed of being a mom for as long as I can remember. Growing up, I always had a couple of dolls that I doted on, believing I was the picture-perfect caregiver. But looking back, the tender care…
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Moving Forward as a Single Parent After Loss
Get Pregnant FastOn the evening of January 3rd, 2013, my world was turned upside down; I became a single parent to a four-month-old son. Just weeks prior, life was filled with possibilities, but now I found myself grappling with the…
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Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
low cost IUIWhen a mother heads out of town, do you find yourself leaving exceedingly thorough instructions for your partner, almost as if you doubt their ability to manage the kids? I confess I’ve been guilty of this, often providing an overload of guidance for my partner when I’m away for a few days. These…
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Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
low cost IUI Recently, Target made headlines by announcing it would stop using gender-specific signage in its stores, including the separation of toys by gender. This decision didn’t sit well with some customers, who took to Target’s Facebook page to express their displeasure. Enter Facebook user Jake Thompson, who decided to take matters into his…
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The 5 Phases of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly: A Doctor’s Perspective
low cost IUI As the clock creeps toward midnight on Christmas Eve, many parents find themselves navigating the chaotic landscape of toy assembly. It’s a familiar journey, one that often begins with a mix of denial and disbelief. Denial In the initial phase, you convince yourself that the mountain of packages strewn across the living…
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The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
low cost IUI Navigating life as a gay dad can be quite the adventure! While the biggest challenge doesn’t stem from raising my kids, who are already curious about why we don’t have a “Mommy,” it’s more about how to explain our family dynamics to others. My twins are smart and open-minded, so that part…
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The Child Left Behind: A Journey of Love and Resilience
low cost IUI This isn’t a tale about the loss of our daughter, Lily. There are countless accounts from mothers who have faced the unimaginable grief of losing a child. During our darkest days, I found solace in those narratives—they provided a glimmer of hope that I could navigate through the heartache. Instead, this story…
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Why is Miscarriage Such a Silent Struggle?
low cost IUI My first pregnancy was a breeze, just like I assumed it would be for most women. But when I faced the devastating news of losing my baby, the term “miscarriage” felt like a dark cloud hovering over me. I thought to myself, “This can’t be happening to me—I’m young and healthy.” No…
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The Daydreams of Exhausted Moms
low cost IUI We all have aspirations. Some people dream of fame, while others yearn for that dream job they don’t dread waking up for each morning. Money, power, romance—the possibilities are endless in our imaginations. However, once you become a mom, many of those fantasies take a backseat to some new, more pressing daydreams.…
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13 Life Lessons About Money I Want My Kids to Learn Beyond Just Dollars and Cents
low cost IUI Last weekend, I took my kids to my mom’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the stories of her childhood, like dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store, and visiting the small cemetery where our family members rest. However, what really struck them was witnessing poverty in…
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This Common Core Worksheet Is Leaving Parents Stumped
low cost IUI Can you take a look at this math worksheet and understand why the answers were marked as “incorrect”? The image has garnered over three million views in just a week, and the response has been largely… “Huh?” Understanding the Confusion Let’s start with the first question: 5×3 does equal 15, right? So…
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The 5 Most Awkward Aspects of Your Gynecological Exam
low cost IUI If you’re not in the delightful state of pregnancy (lucky you!), chances are you’ll find yourself at your annual gynecological exam – an experience as enjoyable as convincing a toddler to eat a plate of Brussels sprouts. I’m no medical expert (unless you count being an expert in wine tasting), but I’m…