Month: February 2023
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Children Are Not Miniature Adults—Let’s Stop Expecting Them to Be
Parenting low cost IUI There are days when I pick up my kids from school or a party, and they seem utterly drained. Sometimes they go quiet, while other times they bicker for seemingly no reason. In those moments, my frustration escalates, leading to a rather chaotic day for all of us. However, there are…
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Mom, Do You Want to Be Thin?
home insemination syringe This unexpected question from my 8-year-old daughter, Emily, left me momentarily speechless. While I’ve never expressed a desire to be “thin,” her inquiry didn’t entirely surprise me. She often witnesses my dedication to exercise and healthy eating, influenced by my husband’s career in wellness as well. As I looked into Emily’s curious…
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Stop Pressuring Me to Have More Kids
Get Pregnant Fast I tend to be someone who follows the rules—especially when it comes to the major milestones of life. You told me to pursue education, and I ended up with a PhD. You encouraged marriage and family, and I half-joked that I hoped my boyfriend was listening. But now, I need you to…
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The Real Love Your Partner Challenge: Let’s Keep It Honest
low cost IUI After seven years of marriage and two kids, I’ve come to realize that my relationship isn’t as picture-perfect as it seems—thanks to social media. Every day, I’m bombarded with declarations of undying love filling my feed: “You’re my everything, my sweet cupcake!” “Our love grows stronger every day!” It’s enough to make…
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You Need to Chill Out About Losing That Baby Weight
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I Misplaced My Daughter at the Zoo: She’s Safe, But I’m Still on Edge
home insemination syringe I lost track of my 4-year-old daughter during a visit to the zoo. It was one of the few sunny days we had this winter in the Pacific Northwest, prompting my family to venture out to the zoo. Naturally, it seemed like everyone else had the same idea—making the place feel like…
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Two Reports of Clowns Chasing Children Emerge This Week
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Forget the ‘Brighten Up Your Day’ Nonsense When My Child Is Under the Weather
Get Pregnant Fast When my child comes home from school—or stays home because they’re sick—it usually means they’ve either got a fever or are throwing up. And what do we do at home? They have two choices: lounge on the couch in front of the TV or crawl into bed for some much-needed rest. That’s…
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A Heartfelt Letter to My Adult Daughter Inspired by Your 3-Year-Old Self
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Emma, I can still picture you in your starry black-and-white pants, wearing a purple dress, a red one, and a striped one all at once—confidently declaring how amazing you look. When I asked you, “If you were a dinosaur, what would you be?” you gleefully replied, “A sparkly pink Pteranodon who…
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Dear Kids: A Message to Cherish About Your Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can sometimes feel like an overwhelming challenge. There are days when exhaustion clouds my thoughts, leaving me unable to articulate what I want to say. I often find myself too drained to engage in play, and my patience thins at the slightest request. It seems like the majority of my words…