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Winter Coats and Car Seats: A Critical Safety Concern
home insemination syringeAs a parent, ensuring your child’s safety while traveling in a vehicle is paramount. However, when winter arrives, many caregivers face a dilemma: how to keep their little ones warm without compromising safety in car seats. It’s essential…
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17 Essentials for a Beach Getaway with Tweens and Teens
low cost IUIHeading to the beach with your tweens or teens? Pack these must-haves to ensure a fun and stress-free vacation! Food Galore: Seriously, pack more snacks than you think you’ll need. Sun-soaked days make for insatiable appetites, and you’ll…
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Barbie Has Evolved: Now Featuring a Breastfeeding Doll
Get Pregnant FastIt’s no secret that modern mothers face numerous stereotypes and stigmas surrounding breastfeeding. However, one innovative mother from Brisbane, Australia, is on a mission to change the narrative. Meet Lily Thompson, who crafts and sells breastfeeding dolls on…
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For the Love of All That’s Holy, Please Don’t Flush Your Diaper Wipes
Get Pregnant FastA recent shocking image from Australia serves as a stark reminder: flushing baby wipes is a big no-no. Diaper wipes are undeniably convenient for cleaning up messes, but flushing them down the toilet? That’s a recipe for disaster.…
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Nurturing Your One-Year-Old: Week 27 Insights
home insemination syringeAs your little one transitions from babyhood to the early stages of childhood, you may find that the challenges of parenting are mounting, possibly leading to a few more gray hairs. Managing temper tantrums and meal planning to…
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Like Mother, Like Daughter: The Rollercoaster of Parenting
low cost IUIUpdated: Aug. 3, 2016Originally Published: Jan. 2, 2010Every morning, I wake up in disbelief, wondering how I became the mother of a high school senior. Surely, there’s been a mix-up. For years, I’ve wished that her true mother…
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An Apology to Single Parents
home insemination syringeNavigating the complexities of parenting can be a daunting task, especially when one parent is managing work and education commitments. For example, my partner, Alex, is currently balancing a demanding school schedule alongside night shifts. He leaves home…
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Navigating the Overwhelming Sea of Parenting Advice
low cost IUIAs a healthcare professional, I often find myself amazed at how mothers manage to navigate the overwhelming sea of mixed messages surrounding parenting. It’s not just the relentless fatigue from sleepless nights or the chaos that comes with…
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The Mom I Judge the Most
low cost IUIUpdated: August 6, 2016Originally Published: August 2, 2015I spent the last couple of days doing some serious judging of a fellow mom. I know I shouldn’t, but just take a look at the mom I’m critiquing… She didn’t…
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Read Books (But Don’t Eat Them) Before Bedtime
Get Pregnant FastAs a child, I had a nightly ritual of diving into books from the comfort of my bed. My childhood bedroom was illuminated by a streetlight right outside my window, providing enough glow for me to get lost…
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- A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
- Understanding Diaper Rash: A Pediatrician’s Perspective
- Excuse Me While I Embrace My Kids
- Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
- Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
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A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
low cost IUIFascinating Womanhood, penned by Helen Andelin in 1963, draws from earlier booklets from the 1920s and ’30s. Since its debut, the book has sold over two million copies. Depending on your perspective on feminism, Fascinating Womanhood can either represent the ideal role of women within the family or act as a catalyst for…
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Understanding Diaper Rash: A Pediatrician’s Perspective
low cost IUI As a pediatrician, I often encounter concerned parents dealing with diaper rash. I remember one particular summer when a first-time mom named Sarah reached out to me in a state of distress. Her baby’s once-perfect bottom had transformed from a delightful dimpled sight to a fiery red irritation. Sarah was perplexed—she was…
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Excuse Me While I Embrace My Kids
low cost IUI It was during a celebration for a friend’s little one when I found myself in an all-too-familiar situation. My youngest, a baby, was nestled on my right hip, the spot he loves best. Meanwhile, my energetic toddler, Max, tugged at my pants, saying, “Mommy, pick me up, Mommy!” Naturally, I scooped him…
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Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
low cost IUI When a mother heads out of town, do you find yourself leaving exceedingly thorough instructions for your partner, almost as if you doubt their ability to manage the kids? I confess I’ve been guilty of this, often providing an overload of guidance for my partner when I’m away for a few days.…
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Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
low cost IUI Recently, 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…
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The 5 Phases of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly: A Doctor’s Perspective
low cost IUI As the clock creeps toward midnight on Christmas Eve, many parents find themselves navigating the chaotic landscape of toy assembly. It’s a familiar journey, one that often begins with a mix of denial and disbelief. Denial In the initial phase, you convince yourself that the mountain of packages strewn across the living…
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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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New Moms: Prioritize Your Friends, Not Just Parenthood, Says Parenting Blogger
low cost IUI In the whirlwind of new motherhood, it’s common for new moms to feel overwhelmed and isolated. Dr. Sarah Thompson, a family physician, emphasizes that while the duties of caring for a newborn can feel all-consuming, maintaining social connections is crucial for mental well-being. In her heartfelt post, Dr. Thompson urges new mothers…
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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…