Month: August 2025
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The Overzealous Mom Everyone Loves to Critique
low cost IUI I’m the mom on social media that seems to attract a fair share of criticism. I admit it—I tend to overshare, and that often puts me in the spotlight for the wrong reasons. Here’s a glimpse into my life that might help you understand why I do what I do. I’m the…
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Returning to School: A Comparison of the 1970s and Today
Back to School in the 1970s As August draws to a close, parents would take their children downtown for back-to-school shopping at stores like Sears. Outfits typically included a new pair of corduroys and a striped t-shirt for each child. Boys might receive dungarees while girls opted for culottes. Requests for trendy items, such as…
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Parenting from the Crest of a Hill
low cost IUI Last week, my eldest child, Jake, packed up his soccer gear, a few unmentionable socks, and his shiny new laptop before heading off to college. The 18 years it took to reach this moment seemed to have flown by in a whirlwind. While I’m still grappling with the reality of sending my…
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The Seven Hilarious Stages of a Sleepover Bash
low cost IUI Parenting The Seven Hilarious Stages of a Sleepover Bash by Jessica Larkin Updated: June 23, 2020 Originally Published: May 22, 2015 There are two things in life that send me into a panic: The thought of being trapped in an elevator My kids begging for a sleepover party I’ve mustered the courage…
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Saying Farewell to My Young Man
low cost IUI As I strolled past my son’s open bedroom door, I paused to switch off the light. In that moment, I caught sight of him resting on the bed, and it hit me: he is no longer my little boy. He has blossomed into a young man. I need to take a moment—just…
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To All the Moms of Spirited Children: I Apologize for My Previous Judgments
low cost IUI I still vividly recall a playdate from eight years ago. My eldest child was a toddler, and I was expecting my daughter. I had already encountered several hurdles in parenting: the disappointment of unsuccessful breastfeeding, the frustration of my baby not sleeping through the night at one year, and let’s not even…
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A Child’s Emotional Response Scale: Navigating Their Mini Catastrophes
home insemination syringe When my daughter Lily was seven, a simple outing to a concert with my friend Jamie and her daughter Mia turned into an emotional crisis. While Mia, who was a full head taller, had recently transitioned from a booster seat, Lily was still using hers. This seemingly minor detail escalated quickly from…
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Photos From ‘March For Our Lives’ Rallies in Small Towns Will Uplift You
low cost IUI This past weekend, the March for Our Lives rallies saw an immense turnout across the country, advocating for comprehensive gun reform. While many images showcased the massive crowds in major cities, it’s the heartfelt photos from small-town gatherings that truly resonate. From Laramie, Wyoming to Ashland, Ohio, community members took to the…
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My Mom Jeans Don’t Define Me: A Doctor’s Perspective
low cost IUI Recently, during a caffeine-fueled moment of clarity, I experienced a revelation about motherhood and self-acceptance. As a relatively new mom, I married in 2013 and soon after found out I was expecting. Fast forward a few years, and now I have two energetic boys, just over a year apart. Life has a…
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How to Manage Your Bikini Line While Maintaining a Natural Look
home insemination syringe In the realm of personal grooming, the approach to bikini line maintenance can evoke varied responses. The experience of one individual, whom we’ll call Sarah, illustrates a common predicament. Sarah recalls her first waxing session, which resulted in an unexpected outcome due to a misunderstanding with the aesthetician. Instead of a subtle…