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Montauk Memories: A Family Adventure
Get Pregnant FastIn the summer of 2012, my fifteen-year-old daughter, Mia, urged me to take her on an adventure to Montauk Point. Having spent most of our lives on the opposite side of Long Island, neither of us had ventured…
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Six ’90s Movies Deserving a Modern Makeover
Get Pregnant FastIt seems the buzz around the remake of She’s All That has everyone talking. This classic ’90s makeover tale, featuring Freddie Matthews, Emma Collins, the late Jake Riddle, and Chloe Taylor as Laney Brooks, follows a geeky artistic…
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5 Strategies to Transform Household Chores into a Positive Experience for You and Your Kids
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Tantrums Aren’t Personal, But They Sure Can Feel That Way
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The Unwritten Rule of Parenting: Your Child Will Nap in the Car, Derailing Their Scheduled Rest
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Everyday Dilemmas: Lessons We Wish Schools Taught
How Much Coffee Should Caregivers Consume Before Communication Is Allowed? Let a = hours dedicated to household responsibilities. Let b = hours spent navigating through heavy traffic. Let c = hours allocated to chores, meal prep, cleaning, errands, and maintaining…
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Confessions of a Tired Mom: I Could Walk Away, But We Have Kids
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Before You Welcome Your Newborn: Essential Tips
home insemination syringeAs a medical professional, I often reflect on the key experiences and preparations that prospective parents should consider before the arrival of their little one. Here are several important recommendations: Savor Rest: Sleep is a precious commodity that…
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
- Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
- If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
- My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
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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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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
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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…
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It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
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Yes, There Are Excellent Bras for Larger Busts
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When You’ve Reached Your Limit
home insemination syringe Menu Parenting When You’ve Reached Your Limit by Caroline Miller Updated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: Aug. 25, 2016 My mother once walked out on us — raising her hands in frustration, turning her back, and leaving. We never blamed her; after all, we had pushed her to the edge. She returned…