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I Should Have Realized I Deserved Better
Get Pregnant FastYou know, looking back, I should have recognized the signs that I was worth more than what I was getting. For instance, whenever his favorite song, “It Wasn’t Me” by Shaggy, played on the radio, he would belt…
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19 Self-Deceptions of Work-From-Home Mothers
home insemination syringeWorking from home offers many advantages for mothers, including eliminating commute times, the freedom to dress casually, and avoiding the usual office distractions. However, this lifestyle also presents unique hurdles that we often navigate with a mix of…
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The Emotional Toll of Having a First Child
home insemination syringeRecent research has shed light on the significant emotional toll that having a first child can exert on parents, with findings suggesting that the impact is more profound than that of divorce or even the death of a…
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This Birthday Invitation Request Is Impolite, But Is It Justified?
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This Heartwarming Christmas Commercial is Bringing Tears to Eyes Everywhere
home insemination syringeA recent holiday advertisement from a Polish auction site is tugging at the heartstrings of internet users worldwide. The ad, titled “English for Beginners,” features a charming elderly man who decides to learn English by ordering a language…
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Forget Dinner: 6 Creative Snack Ideas for Mealtime
home insemination syringeThe concept of dinner can often feel overwhelming. It seems to occur with relentless regularity, doesn’t it? Picture this: you’re standing in front of the fridge, staring blankly at the contents, while the clock ticks away. Family members…
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Why I’m Saying Goodbye to Brazilian Waxes for Good
home insemination syringeAfter over 17 years of marriage to my husband, it can sometimes feel like we need to stir things up a bit in the bedroom. We’ve tried all sorts of things to keep the excitement alive: lingerie, toys,…
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Firefighters Face Suspension After Assisting Toddler in Need Due to Controversial Rule
home insemination syringeIn a troubling incident, two firefighters from Virginia have been suspended for their swift action to help an 18-month-old girl experiencing a seizure. The situation unfolded on February 27 when a father, concerned for his daughter’s health, called…
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25 Thoughts New Moms Experience
Are they really going to let me leave with this baby just like that? No tests or anything? How can such a tiny human produce so much waste in a single day? How can one little person consume so much…
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- The 10 Characters You’ll Encounter During Your Baby Journey
- Navigating the Conversation About Legal Marijuana with Your Kids
- 39 Reasons Why My Son Refuses to Eat Dinner
- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- 4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
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The 10 Characters You’ll Encounter During Your Baby Journey
low cost IUIHaving experienced the removal of one gallbladder and the arrival of two babies (thankfully, not at the same time), I’ve spent quite a bit of time in hospital settings. Each visit was unique—goodbye to major organs and hello to cute little bundles! But regardless of the occasion, I’ve bumped into the same cast…
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Navigating the Conversation About Legal Marijuana with Your Kids
low cost IUI “Are those pot brownies?” my child blurted out during a casual snack time. I thought about correcting them, “You mean ‘pot brownies,’ right?” She just shrugged and asked, “What’s the difference?” Cue the awkward silence—time for a serious chat about drugs. I wasn’t even sure if people really made crack brownies—do they?—but…
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39 Reasons Why My Son Refuses to Eat Dinner
low cost IUI Every parent knows the struggle of dealing with picky eaters, and I can certainly relate. While my daughter is adventurous with food, my 4-year-old son seems to have a fresh excuse every night when it comes to dinner. To borrow a line from a classic film, “My son crafts reasons for not…
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
home insemination syringe Hey there! Yes, I’m addressing you — the lone individual at this children’s sports event who’s out there berating the referees and players, flailing your arms, and exhaling in frustration, essentially behaving like a petulant child. It’s time for you to take a step back. In fact, take multiple seats. Maybe even…
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4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
low cost IUI When I first received my gestational diabetes diagnosis, I was a bundle of nerves. I sobbed to my husband and family, convinced I was to blame for this predicament. I panicked over the thought of needles, hefty babies, and a restricted diet. Fast forward to my second pregnancy, and I was much…
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10 Reasons to Slice a Blueberry into Quarters: A Totally Rational Approach from a Well-Educated Mom
low cost IUI As a parent, I’ve done some pretty quirky things, but slicing a single blueberry into quarters might just take the cake. The other day, while preparing a snack for my 17-month-old daughter, I pulled out some organic blueberries from the fridge. Remembering a random tidbit about how blueberries are roughly the size…
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The Best of Intentions: Navigating Parenting Conversations
low cost IUI At a lively brunch gathering, a family friend turns to me, a warm smile lighting up her face. “Your kids are absolutely precious!” she exclaims. “Thank you! We think they’re pretty great,” I reply, trying to keep the humility in check. But then comes the dreaded question: “So, which one is the…
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How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
low cost IUI When I hear parents of little ones lamenting how their kids rise with the sun and dream of the day when they can sneak in a few extra hours of sleep, I can totally relate. But I always caution them not to rush that time, because the sweet giggles of toddlers at…
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
low cost IUI As my children have grown and we’ve finally bid farewell to those endless Caillou reruns, my husband and I are thrilled to introduce our two tweens to the wonderfully nostalgic world of ‘80s movies—the greatest cinematic era, if I do say so myself! Watching these films takes me back to a time…
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Teaching Our Sons About Respect and Consent
low cost IUI Hey there, fellow parents! When I say, “We need to teach our sons not to engage in harmful behaviors,” here’s what I’m getting at. Let’s kick things off early—like, really early—when they’re too young to even think about it. Instilling Respect for Their Bodies Start by instilling respect for their own bodies.…