Month: January 2024
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Parenting a Spirited Toddler Is Truly Exhausting
home insemination syringe My daughter, Lila, is 2 years old, and out of my three kids, she has definitely been the most challenging toddler. Now, that’s not to say my other children didn’t have their own hurdles. My eldest, Ethan, was a notorious non-sleeper. Getting him to rest for more than a few hours felt…
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Celebrating Halloween in the 1980s: A Nostalgic Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare to dive into costume shopping and unpack decorations for Halloween this year, I can’t help but reminisce about the Halloween experiences of my childhood. It remains my favorite day of the year, yet the holiday has evolved dramatically over the years. Back in the day, the costumes we wore…
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It’s Been 10 Years Since I Cut Ties With My Father — Yet I Still Miss Him
low cost IUI You know what’s not often talked about when it comes to estranging from a parent? Sometimes the grief is so intense that it feels like you can’t catch your breath. Other times, it creeps in quietly, a dull ache that lingers beneath the surface. It’s almost like mourning — but this was…
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As Graduation Approaches, An Educator Learns to Release
Get Pregnant Fast With graduation season right around the corner, I found myself reflecting on the journey of my remarkable students. One in particular, a first-generation college student named Mia, was busy selecting classes for her final semester. She sighed with relief when I informed her that a lighter course load was an option. All…
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Hawaii to Allow COVID-Vaccinated Travelers to Skip Quarantine
At home insemination kit Hawaii has announced an emergency proclamation that will permit travelers who provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination to bypass the state’s mandatory quarantine requirements. With international travel largely restricted due to the pandemic, many Americans are turning their attention to Hawaii as a prime vacation destination this year. To manage the influx…
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Why Moms Should Celebrate Grandparents Day
Get Pregnant Fast This year’s Mother’s Day was decent, even a bit enjoyable. I volunteer at my local church every second Sunday of the month, where I watch the little ones aged three to six. This meant I had to be there bright and early by 9 AM. After that, we enjoyed a lovely picnic…
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What Type of Myers-Briggs School Mom Are You?
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real: As moms, we can’t help but size each other up. Whether we’re at the playground, waiting for the school bell, or attending after-school events, it’s instinctual to check out the other moms around us. It’s part of being human—we assess, perceive, and yes, even judge. With a little insight…
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Airbnb Suspends All Reservations in D.C. During Inauguration Week
low cost IUI In response to rising threats of violence ahead of the inauguration of President Biden, Airbnb has decided to suspend all reservations in the Washington D.C. area for the week of the event. Following the January 6 attack on the Capitol, there have been alarming discussions among far-right extremists on platforms like Parler,…
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Don’t Worry About That Post-Baby Hump
low cost IUI My partner and I have three children: our eldest is eight, our middle child is four, and our little one is ten months old. Each time we’ve welcomed a new baby, our relationship has experienced a slight downturn. Right now, we find ourselves navigating another post-baby rough patch. While we’re not having…
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While My Daughter Sleeps
low cost IUI Updated: Aug. 20, 2015 Originally Published: June 11, 2015 It’s 6 a.m., and I’m stumbling out of bed after a restless night, ready to wake my daughter for school—a routine I’ve kept since her kindergarten days. A beam of bright light seeps from the crack under her door, a clear indication that…