Category: TTC
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Making a Difference: The Journey of Moms United for Gun Safety
low cost IUI In the wake of tragic events like the Sandy Hook shooting, many individuals seek to make a difference in their communities. One such person, a mother named Lisa Greene, was deeply shaken by the loss of innocent lives and recognized a void in organized advocacy for gun safety. While searching for a…
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What It’s Really Like To Be a Single Mom with Primary Custody
low cost IUI What is the experience of being a single mom with primary custody like? Well, it’s a bit like the opening lines of Dickens’s A Tale of Two Cities: it encompasses everything. Being a single mother is similar to being any other type of mom; the love you feel for your innocent, vulnerable,…
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The Many Faces of Motherhood: A Doctor’s Perspective
low cost IUI In my years as a physician and a mother, I have encountered every variation of motherhood, experiencing the profound joys and the overwhelming challenges that come with it. I have been the mother who pours her heart into every moment with my children, relishing the simple joys of their laughter and milestones.…
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This CBD Pleasure Oil Introduced Me to Unimaginable Delight
At home insemination kit When it comes to enhancing intimacy, traditional lubes are great, but have you ever explored the realm of CBD pleasure oils? Ever since I discovered Her Majesty Pleasure Oil, my entire experience has transformed—it’s not just about a happy intimate area; it’s an adventure that’s left me utterly enchanted. Her Majesty…
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Is Guilt a Fundamental Aspect of Motherhood?
low cost IUI My routine 32-week appointment unfolded just like the others: a strong heartbeat, measurements on track, and a steady weight gain. “Only eight more weeks to go!” my midwife chirped. “Ugh, I was really hoping you’d say there was some sort of mathematical error, and I was due tomorrow. I can’t take much…
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As a Gift to My Son, I Gave Up Drinking—Here’s My Journey
low cost IUI I have a snapshot of my son wearing a bright yellow t-shirt adorned with a blue glitter seahorse. It captures our first family trip to Maui, where he beams up at me, clutching a sweaty straw cup filled with milk in both hands. His curly hair sticks to his forehead from the…
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What Losing a Loved One to Addiction Truly Entails
low cost IUI On June 24, 2020, as I stepped into my mother’s home, I braced myself for the worst. Days had passed without a word from her, her phone remained silent, and my messages went unread. When I rang the doorbell, an unsettling quiet filled the air after a loud buzz from the intercom.…
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A Letter from a Working Doctor to Her Daughter on Your Birthday
low cost IUI Dear Emma, Happy birthday, my sweet girl! Each year, I find myself amazed at how quickly you’re growing up. There are many layers to our mother-daughter bond that you won’t fully grasp until you become a parent yourself. Tonight, I felt one of those emotions for the first time. I carefully orchestrated…
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A Heartfelt Apology to My Youngest Child
low cost IUI Dear Precious Little One (a.k.a. our fifth bundle of joy), As I look around our home, it strikes me that I owe you a heartfelt apology. Your parents are feeling quite worn out, if you haven’t already noticed. The energy of your older siblings has taken quite the toll on us, and…
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Navigating the Shift from One Child to Two: A Doctor’s Perspective on the Chaos
low cost IUI As a pediatrician and a parent, I’ve come to realize that the transition from one child to two can feel like stepping into a whirlwind of chaos. The internet is flooded with stories, tips, and experiences that capture this journey, which I’ve been perusing during my own sleepless nights, often with a…