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My Child’s Bowel Blockage: A True Account of Childhood Constipation
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Seeing My Mother’s Journey Reflected in My Own Life
Get Pregnant FastThe aroma of smoke still lingers in my memory. I can picture my father sprawled out on the worn green couch, a cigarette smoldering in the ashtray next to his glass of whiskey. His attention was split between…
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The Sprint Triathlon That Reflects a Mother’s Daily Life
Get Pregnant FastToday, my partner is taking part in a sprint triathlon, which is truly impressive given the dedication and skill needed to seamlessly transition between events. From training to execution, it demands meticulous planning and incredible mental and physical…
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Parenting Your One-Year-Old Toddler: Week 32
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Stop Worrying About Feeding Your Kids—Because It Feels Like Everything Is Dangerous!
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My Mother Raised Me to Embrace Change
Get Pregnant FastEven by the relaxed standards of 1970s child-rearing, my upbringing was remarkably permissive. My mother’s approach was decidedly hands-off, emphasizing independence over constant supervision. There were no set bedtimes; we simply went to sleep whenever fatigue struck us.…
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If You Want a Peaceful Night’s Sleep at Two Months, Consider a Gerbil Instead of a Baby
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Lego Tape: A Must-Have for Creative Kids
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9 Strategies for Transitioning to a Big Kid Bed
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I Never Realized I Desired a Child with Down Syndrome
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- Things You Give Up When Your Kids Outnumber You
- Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
- 10 Easy Ways to Foster a Love of Nature in Your Kids
- It’s Totally Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
- Navigating the Journey of Choosing an Egg Donor
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Things You Give Up When Your Kids Outnumber You
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Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
home insemination syringe Updated: April 19, 2023 Originally Published: April 19, 2023 We 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…
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10 Easy Ways to Foster a Love of Nature in Your Kids
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It’s Totally Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
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Navigating the Journey of Choosing an Egg Donor
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Reflections from a Proud Dad: A Heartfelt Moment on His Daughter’s Graduation
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The Challenging Reality of Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Ariel Winters Responds to Body-Shamers: ‘Get a Hobby!’
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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…