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What “Voting With Your Vagina” Truly Signifies
home insemination syringeAs November 8 approaches, we stand at a pivotal moment where our choices will shape the future for ourselves and our children. Yet, every time I share something political, I hear the same refrain: “Stick to parenting, mom…
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I’m That Mom Who Can’t Resist Snapping Photos of Her Kids
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It’s Acceptable to Simply Decline
home insemination syringeMenuParentingIt’s Acceptable to Simply Declineby Jamie ThompsonSep. 14, 2015Dear New Parent,Welcome to the journey of parenthood! Congratulations on your precious little one! Since announcing your pregnancy, you’ve likely received a flood of advice about parenting—some insightful, some questionable,…
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What Your Diaper Bag Reveals About You
low cost IUIThey say there’s a lot to learn about a person from their tastes—what they eat, the shoes they wear, and even the bag they carry. But for moms with little ones, the real testament to their parenting style…
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How My Mother’s Tragedy Inspired Me to Be a Better Parent
Seize the Day, Release RegretsGet Pregnant FastMy mom struggled with guilt and sorrow over time she felt she had squandered. She often expressed a desire to have been more present when my sister and I were younger. I wish she…
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Scarring Your Children for Life: A Parenting Perspective
home insemination syringeWhen my son was deployed for a year to Iraq with the National Guard, I anticipated the emotional rollercoaster of being apart from him. To help me cope, he set up a Skype account before his departure so…
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Day 5 of Unemployment and Mastering Motherhood
home insemination syringeFor the last two years, I have been deceiving myself about my ability to juggle work and family. Prior to 2013, I was self-employed, often managing just three hours of work a day, sandwiched between yoga sessions and…
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Before the Measles Vaccine: A Personal Reflection on My Sister’s Journey
Get Pregnant FastAs an advocate for children’s health and a writer, I had the opportunity to share my story at a health initiative meeting in Washington, D.C. My experience serves as a poignant reminder of the serious impact measles can…
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Understanding Body Hair and Other Curious Questions from a Young Mind
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Navigating Work-Life Balance: Reflections on the Tragic Loss of a Historical Figure’s Child
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Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
low cost IUIRecently, 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 own hands.…
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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…
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12 Unexpected Insights from My 20-Year Reunion
low cost IUI Reunions can be eye-opening experiences, especially when it’s been two decades since you last saw your classmates. Here are a dozen surprising things I discovered at my 20th reunion that might inspire you to reconnect with your past. Casual Settings Win: Our 10-year reunion was held in a stiff banquet hall, with…
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10 New Emojis We Wish Would Make Their Debut
low cost IUI It’s no secret that emoji lovers are still grumbling about the absence of a middle finger emoji. Let’s be real; that’s the emoji we’ve all been eagerly anticipating. And while we’re at it, where’s the hot dog, taco, glass of white wine, and lobster? It sounds like someone is eager to show…