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Your 39-Week-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
home insemination syringeCongratulations! Your baby is now 39 weeks old, and you may start to observe some significant developmental changes.Understanding Your Baby’s ReactionsAt this stage, your baby may become more sensitive to their surroundings. This means that unexpected sounds or…
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Reflections on Our First Year as Parents
home insemination syringeTo My Partner,What a remarkable journey this past year has been. We began with eager anticipation and dreams of what was to come, and we now find ourselves filled with gratitude for the experience. Our daughter is more…
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3 Reasons Why You Can Successfully Manage a Third Baby
home insemination syringeAre you feeling overwhelmed at the thought of bringing a newborn into a family with two older children? I spent months contemplating how I would manage, but now that my third child has arrived, I want to share…
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The Truth is We Will Always Crave More Until We Learn to Cherish What We Have Right Now
low cost IUIAs a physician and a parent, I often find myself in a tug-of-war between wanting the best for my children and understanding the importance of appreciating what we already possess. I tell myself that my ultimate goal is…
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How The Nutcracker Inspired Me to Face Holiday Realities
home insemination syringeRevisiting The Nutcracker has become a cherished tradition for me, and during one of my countless viewings, I had a lightbulb moment: Fritz could easily be one of my kids! I adore The Nutcracker—the enchanting music, the captivating…
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It’s Absurd That We Have to “Normalize” Public Breastfeeding
low cost IUIUpdated: Aug. 23, 2023Originally Published: Aug. 7, 2023Recently, I had a chuckle about the current trend of celebrities stepping out to “normalize” breastfeeding in public. The notion is that famous faces can help lift the stigma surrounding this…
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Honor Roll Students Face Retention Due to Test Opt-Outs
low cost IUIIn Florida, a group of parents is taking legal action against the State Board of Education after their third-grade honor roll kids were not permitted to move up to fourth grade. These parents chose to opt their children…
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What I Discovered from Using My Old Flip Phone
home insemination syringeUpdated: August 5, 2016 Originally Published: September 27, 2015My temporary departure from the smartphone world stemmed from an urgent necessity for communication. With my smartphone out of commission and my partner’s mother hospitalized, I needed a reliable way…
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Navigating Your Fertility Journey: Essential Insights for Aspiring Parents
low cost IUIStarting a family can be an exciting yet daunting experience, especially when considering home insemination methods. For individuals exploring their options, understanding the various stages of pregnancy and the support available can make all the difference. This guide…
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- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
- The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
- Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
- My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
- My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
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Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
low cost IUIAs I rush into preschool to drop off my daughter, Lily, I find myself frantically trying to tame her wild hair for what feels like the hundredth time. I remind her for the umpteenth time not to share her latest fascination with passing gas with her friends or teachers. “Mom, I just tooted!”…
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The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
low cost IUI As the demand for equality in parenting grows, the need for changing tables in men’s restrooms has become increasingly obvious. The reality is that diaper-changing responsibilities should not fall solely on one parent’s shoulders, regardless of gender. Yet, many public men’s restrooms still lack these essential facilities, which is both frustrating and…
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Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
low cost IUI In a recent political advertisement that has stirred controversy, a father leverages a shotgun to threaten a teenage boy over his daughter’s dating choices. This portrayal exemplifies the troubling perception of paternal control over daughters’ sexuality, echoing sentiments that many thought we had outgrown. The ad features Marcus Bennett, a candidate for…
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My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
low cost IUI My daughter has chosen silence. She’s switched off the location feature on her phone and is staying with her father, harboring deep resentment towards me. Rightly so—I’ve let her down. If this rift doesn’t heal, it stands as my greatest failure as a parent. I can’t push myself into her life. As…
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My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
low cost IUI Updated: Dec. 24, 2019 Originally Published: March 3, 2018 “Slow down! You’re going to endanger us both!” I shouted at my partner. I don’t usually resort to such dramatic outbursts (well, maybe I do). But when you’re hurtling down the Autobahn at about 130 mph, it’s hard not to react. My partner,…
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What Does “I Hate You” Really Indicate? And Other Teen Expressions
low cost IUI Parenting By Emily Carter Updated: 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…
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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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What I Discovered After Complimenting a Stranger at a Restaurant
low cost IUI It was a typical evening with friends when we decided to dine at a local restaurant. As we entered, I was immediately captivated by the hostess’s radiant skin. It had that perfect, dewy quality that makes you feel both admiration and a hint of jealousy—definitely the kind of complexion that fuels the…
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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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I Am Nothing Like My Mother — And That’s A Good Thing
low cost IUI It became abundantly clear to me that my mother and I are fundamentally different when I witnessed her capture a mouse using only her bare hands. I was perched on the dining room table, screaming in horror, while she calmly handled the situation as if it were an everyday occurrence. Honestly, the…