Month: April 2025
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Embracing My Body: A Journey to Self-Acceptance
home insemination syringe Updated: Dec. 24, 2014 Originally Published: March 18, 2013 It’s difficult to pinpoint the exact moment when my perspective shifted, but recently, as I was changing my clothes, I glanced at my naked form in the mirror. For the first time in years, I truly examined my body. In the past, this…
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The Pain of Answering ‘How Many Children Do You Have?’
low cost IUI As we drove home from the hospital after the birth of our fourth child, a son named Lucas, I turned to my partner, Jake, and asked, “How should we respond when people inquire about how many kids we have?” He paused for a moment and said, “We have three. Only three here…
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10 Times You’ve Used Your Children as a Convenient Excuse
low cost IUI Before I became a parent, I often found myself rolling my eyes at friends who used their kids as a shield to escape plans or dodge responsibilities. “Seriously?” I would whisper to my partner. Fast forward a few years, and guess what? I’m now the one making those excuses! If you’re a…
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Over 100 Wedding Jokes That Will Make You the Star of the Celebration
low cost IUI Planning a wedding can be a serious endeavor, but it’s also an opportunity to embrace the humor that comes with it. After all, it’s referred to as an “institution” for a reason! If you’re seeking a break from all the sentimental quotes about love and marriage, you’ll enjoy this collection of wedding…
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13 Tweets That Will Resonate with Expecting Parents
low cost IUI As someone who has been pregnant on three occasions, I can attest to how intense the experience can truly be. Just bending down, sneezing, or shifting slightly can lead to unexpected accidents. Getting a good night’s sleep is nearly impossible when you’re carrying around an active little one, and I remember one…
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How to Get Ready for Divorce When You’re Not Sure Where to Begin
low cost IUI Navigating the emotional landscape of divorce can be incredibly taxing, but remaining in an unfulfilling marriage is equally challenging. Choosing to initiate a divorce is a significant decision, marking just the beginning of a potentially lengthy journey. If you’re contemplating divorce but feel uncertain about how to proceed, you’re not alone; this…
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Yet Another Study Finds No Connection Between Vaccines and Autism — Surprise, Surprise
Get Pregnant Fast A recent study featured in the Journal of the American Medical Association has once again confirmed that there is no correlation between the measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) vaccine and autism. This extensive research analyzed insurance claims for 96,000 children born between 2001 and 2007 and found no elevated rates of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)…
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Why I Prefer Raising Daughters—and I’m Proud to Admit It
low cost IUI When a couple expecting a baby is asked whether they have a preference for a boy or girl, their typical reaction often conveys shock and defensiveness. They usually respond with something like, “We just want a healthy baby; the sex doesn’t matter!” Alongside this is the unspoken hope that they won’t completely…
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Why ‘This Is Us’ Continues to Emotionally Devastate Us — In the Best Possible Way
low cost IUI For two seasons, I’ve faithfully tuned into This Is Us for two main reasons: my unwavering love for the Thompson family and my apparent penchant for sobbing uncontrollably for an hour each week. Through exceptional storytelling and a cast that has made Jack, Rebecca, Mia, Liam, and Ethan Thompson feel like relatives,…