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When a Friend Betrays You: Navigating Heartache and Healing
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When Life Makes Me Feel Like a Not-So-Great Mom
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The Thoughts of a 4-Year-Old Getting Dressed
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IDGAF About What Others Think of My Parenting, and It Feels Amazing
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I’m Not Finished Discussing Miscarriages—Here’s Why
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It Takes a Village…and Other Parenting Pearls of Wisdom
Get Pregnant FastThe moment you become a parent, unsolicited advice comes pouring in from every direction, often from well-meaning friends, family, and even strangers. It’s almost as if the universe decides that your life suddenly requires a commentary on every…
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Eight Phrases to Consider Avoiding in the Workplace
home insemination syringeIn the modern work environment, certain phrases have become commonplace but may not serve any real purpose. Here are eight expressions we might want to reconsider using: “Moving Forward…” This phrase is often employed to imply progress, but…
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6th Grader Challenges Unfair School Dress Code and Inspires Change
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A Danish Comedian Sparks Debate Over Bathtime Photo with Daughter
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My Tween Daughter Thinks I’m Outdated
Get Pregnant FastLately, it seems my tween daughter, Emma, perceives me as a relic from the past. When I suggest she takes a sweater to school, she rolls her eyes with a playful smile and tosses it into her backpack,…
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- Mom Hilariously Captures the Chaos of Summer Days with Kids
- Budget Proposal Cuts $9 Billion from Public Education, Diverts Funds to Private Schools
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What Does “I Hate You” Really Indicate? And Other Teen Expressions
low cost IUIParentingBy Emily CarterUpdated: January 20, 2018“I can’t stand you!” my teenage daughter yelled, her voice filled with fury. “You won’t be at my wedding and you’ll never meet your grandkids!”In that moment, it felt as if her words were daggers aimed directly at my heart. The intensity of her rage was palpable, and…
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Breaking News: Yes, You Can Be a Punctual Parent—Here’s How
low cost IUI Growing up, my father had a saying: “If you’re on time, you’re late.” I vividly recall him ushering our family out the door well ahead of any scheduled event. It became a running joke that he often spent more time in airport lounges than on his actual flights, thanks to his unwavering…
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Trump’s Controversial Remarks on Childbirth at March For Life Rally
low cost IUI During a recent speech at the March For Life rally, President Donald Trump made a bewildering statement regarding childbirth that raised eyebrows across the nation. The President, marking a historic moment as the first sitting commander-in-chief to address the rally, expressed his disapproval of babies being born at full-term, specifically in the…
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Mom Hilariously Captures the Chaos of Summer Days with Kids
low cost IUI Ah, summer vacation! A season meant for sun-soaked adventures, relaxed schedules, and late-night fun—unless, of course, you have kids in tow. For parents, summer often morphs into a whirlwind of squabbles, noise, and sheer pandemonium. The struggle to juggle screen time, activities, and sports schedules can feel like a full-time job. One…
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Budget Proposal Cuts $9 Billion from Public Education, Diverts Funds to Private Schools
low cost IUI In a recent budget proposal, President George Stevenson unveiled a plan that significantly reduces funding for public education by $9 billion, translating to a 13 percent cut. This controversial move reallocates funds towards private education, raising concerns about the future of public schooling in America. Critics argue that this initiative could be…
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Dear President Thompson,
low cost IUI I want to begin by expressing my heartfelt gratitude. When my partner, Jordan, and I welcomed our son, Leo, into the world in December 2016, your thoughtful note of congratulations meant the world to us. We’ve framed that note and its envelope, and it graces Leo’s room, a cherished reminder of that…
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March for Science: A Grassroots Initiative in Washington, D.C.
low cost IUI Scientists are gearing up for their own demonstration in Washington, D.C., fueled by recent restrictions imposed by the Trump administration. This grassroots initiative aims to rally support for science and highlight the importance of empirical evidence in policy-making. Origins of the March Dr. Emily Carter, a researcher in environmental health, shared that…
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My Children Cried It Out, and Now They’re Amazing Sleepers—No Regrets Here!
low cost IUI As a physician observing the complexities of parenting, I’ve seen that the “cry-it-out” (CIO) method can be a controversial topic. Parents are often inundated with conflicting advice, and it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed by the myriad of approaches to raising children. From co-sleeping and breastfeeding to the strictest attachment parenting, the…
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What It Means to Be a Parent of a Black Child in 2016: A Physician’s Perspective
low cost IUI In 2016, the experience of raising a Black child is fraught with unique challenges that no parent should have to face. For instance, Dr. Angela Richards, a pediatrician living in a suburban neighborhood near Atlanta, Georgia, shares her insights on the realities her family encounters daily. Alongside her husband, Marcus, they are…
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Navigating Independence While My Partner Travels for Work
low cost IUI It’s tough when my husband is away. I’m not referring to the brief moments he spends out running errands or at work; I mean those longer trips for business that stretch on for days, weeks, or even months. Am I capable? Absolutely! Am I resilient? Without a doubt! Am I independent? You…