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Overcoming Fear After Conquering Cancer
home insemination syringeIt always begins the same way: the prick of a needle, the scent of latex gloves, the crimson blood flowing from my arm into sterile tubes. These samples will be sent off for analysis, and my results will…
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Beach Trip Dynamics: 4 Ways a Getaway with My College Roommate Will Change Now
home insemination syringeAs my college friend Sarah and I plan our upcoming beach vacation, there are a few critical factors we must address. This time, we’re accompanied by our children, leaving our partners behind, and we recently held a detailed…
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How to Embrace ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ When You’re Struggling to Eat, Sleep, and Poop
Get Pregnant FastLet’s be real – if you think motherhood is a journey of self-discovery, you might be living in a fantasy world. Unless you’re an expert at ignoring the chaos, you’ve probably realized that finding your Zen while juggling…
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To the Doctor Who Shared My Son’s Down Syndrome Diagnosis: You Could Have Done Better
home insemination syringeDear Doctor,Two years after you delivered the news that our son would be born with Down syndrome, I still find myself grappling with those surreal 20 minutes in your stark white office. In fact, I tried to push…
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5 Unfortunate Locations for Work Conference Calls
home insemination syringeUpdated: December 20, 2015Originally Published: August 16, 2015As a parent, my optimism often leads me astray, particularly when it comes to anticipating my children’s ability to remain quiet during a 45-minute work call. The summer months, after-school chaos,…
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A Letter to My Newborn Son: Navigating Life’s Unexpected Turns
home insemination syringeDear little Leo,As I write this, I can’t help but reflect on the whirlwind of the last few months. You came into my life on March 18, and just a week before that, I experienced a health scare…
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Dear Partner,
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Why Newborn Puppy Photo Shoots Should Become a Regular Tradition
Get Pregnant FastIf you find the sight of snugly wrapped newborns irresistible, just wait until you lay eyes on a swathed puppy. Talented photographer Samantha Hale often captures the charm of infants, but her latest project features an utterly adorable…
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Overcoming Guilt Surrounding Formula Feeding: A Journey to Acceptance
home insemination syringeIn the early days of motherhood, I felt an overwhelming rush of emotions when I opened that first can of formula for my baby. While sleep deprivation and hormonal changes contributed to the tears, the underlying feeling was…
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- 4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
- How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
- A Tidy Home (or Not!)
- The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
home insemination syringeHey 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 grab…
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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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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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A Tidy Home (or Not!)
low cost IUI We like to think of our home as “rich in love, but light on cash.” Back when we were flush with both affection and funds, we had a little help keeping the place tidy. Fast forward to today, and the responsibility for house cleaning falls squarely on our shoulders. The result? Well,…
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The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
home insemination syringe In a bold move, The Weather Channel took to its platform to criticize President Trump’s announcement regarding the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement. This historic accord was designed to combat the severe impacts of global warming, marking a significant global effort to address climate change. Despite persistent claims from some…
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
home insemination syringe Menu Lifestyle Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations by Lila Thompson Oct. 22, 2016 As October arrives, the vibrant hues of autumn foliage emerge, and corn mazes and haunted houses spring to life. You guessed it, it’s that time of year again! Just as the leaves shift their colors, America turns pink…
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
home insemination syringe Somehow, after giving birth, I’ve become a so-called expert on parenting and the joy it can supposedly bring to your life. I’m joking, of course. I’m not an authority on anything. But if you heard the recurring question from friends who are pondering parenthood, you’d think otherwise. The question I get asked…
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My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
home insemination syringe By: Jamie Thompson Once upon a time, I believed that being a “good mom” meant never running out of those little dishwasher pods, laundry detergent, toilet paper, or diapers. My home was supposed to be perpetually ready for guests, with homemade snacks appearing like magic every day. I thought it was my…
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We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
home insemination syringe “We’re with you, and you’re with us. We are bigger than bigotry, louder for love.” Fifteen words, sent out on Twitter to the account of a political figure at 9:00 AM, accompanied by a picture of my partner, our son Leo, and me on the day we finalized our adoption. It was…
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Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
home insemination syringe According to research featured in Psychology Today, it turns out that children inherit their intelligence primarily from their mothers. In fact, studies suggest that as much as 77% of intelligence can be traced back to mom! (Ouch, sorry dads!) The research indicates that the genes linked to intelligence are found on the…