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Time Heals All?
home insemination syringeUpdated: Dec. 26, 2015 Originally Published: Aug. 9, 2015When will the counting of days, weeks, and months since her passing come to an end?I found myself at my daughter’s dance class, staring blankly, unaware of the teacher’s puzzled…
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Morning Sickness Survival Handbook
low cost IUILet’s face it: “morning sickness” is a seriously misleading label. Sure, it might hit you first thing in the AM, but it can strike at any time—afternoon, evening, or even when you’re trying to enjoy a peaceful night’s…
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Understanding a Child’s Anxiety About Starting Grade One
home insemination syringeAs a parent, it’s common to encounter moments that prompt us to reflect on our own childhood experiences. When my son, Oliver, expressed his apprehension about starting Grade One, I found myself instinctively relating it to my own…
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12 Unexpected Insights Gained from My 20th Reunion
home insemination syringeReunions can be illuminating experiences, revealing unexpected truths about our past and present. After attending my 20th reunion, I compiled a list of surprising lessons that stood out. Informal Settings Foster Better Connections: Our 10-year reunion was held…
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Why I’m More Productive as a Mom: A Doctor’s Perspective
low cost IUIThere’s a saying that goes, “If you want something done, ask a busy person.” In my experience, if you need something accomplished, ask a mom—she’s often the busiest among us. Before becoming a parent, I had what felt…
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This Innovative Self-Defense Ring Is Ideal for Solo Women Joggers
home insemination syringeFor women who enjoy jogging alone, there’s a new gadget on the market that might just provide a little extra peace of mind. Introducing Go Guarded—a compact self-defense ring that makes an excellent stocking stuffer for the independent…
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20 Hilarious Parent Tweets About Tweens and Teens
low cost IUIParenting truly requires a unique blend of resilience and humor. We’ve braved countless hours of Peppa Pig and endured endless renditions of The Wheels on the Bus. We’ve tackled spaghetti stains on walls and Kool-Aid spills on the…
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#NoWomanEver Captures the Reality of Being a Woman
home insemination syringeOver the weekend, #NoWomanEver began trending on Twitter as women shared their experiences that encapsulate the challenges of womanhood. This phrase, which humorously suggests that something has never been said, has turned into a popular meme. It was…
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8 Ways Motherhood Mirrors a Disney Princess Movie
Unusual Body Proportions Disney princesses often have unrealistic body proportions, standing tall and slender with impossibly small waists. Similarly, many mothers find themselves with measurements that defy nature. For instance, my chest seems to match the length of my arms,…
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Was She Worth the Sacrifice?
home insemination syringeMenu LifestyleWas She Worth the Sacrifice?By Emily Rhodes Updated: April 22, 2021 Originally Published: March 13, 2016Having my daughter fundamentally transformed me—right down to my very core. The first time someone posed the question, “But your daughter was…
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- Excuse Me While I Embrace My Kids
- Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
- Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
- The 5 Phases of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly: A Doctor’s Perspective
- The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
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Excuse Me While I Embrace My Kids
low cost IUIIt was during a celebration for a friend’s little one when I found myself in an all-too-familiar situation. My youngest, a baby, was nestled on my right hip, the spot he loves best. Meanwhile, my energetic toddler, Max, tugged at my pants, saying, “Mommy, pick me up, Mommy!” Naturally, I scooped him up…
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Mom Leaves Detailed Instructions for Dad on Baby Care, Hubby Adds Comedic Touch
low cost IUI When a mother heads out of town, do you find yourself leaving exceedingly thorough instructions for your partner, almost as if you doubt their ability to manage the kids? I confess I’ve been guilty of this, often providing an overload of guidance for my partner when I’m away for a few days.…
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Man Pretends to Be Target on Facebook to Hilariously Roast Critics
low cost IUI Recently, Target made headlines by announcing it would stop using gender-specific signage in its stores, including the separation of toys by gender. This decision didn’t sit well with some customers, who took to Target’s Facebook page to express their displeasure. Enter Facebook user Jake Thompson, who decided to take matters into his…
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The 5 Phases of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly: A Doctor’s Perspective
low cost IUI As the clock creeps toward midnight on Christmas Eve, many parents find themselves navigating the chaotic landscape of toy assembly. It’s a familiar journey, one that often begins with a mix of denial and disbelief. Denial In the initial phase, you convince yourself that the mountain of packages strewn across the living…
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The 5 Types of People You Encounter as a Gay Dad
low cost IUI Navigating life as a gay dad can be quite the adventure! While the biggest challenge doesn’t stem from raising my kids, who are already curious about why we don’t have a “Mommy,” it’s more about how to explain our family dynamics to others. My twins are smart and open-minded, so that part…
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The Child Left Behind: A Journey of Love and Resilience
low cost IUI This isn’t a tale about the loss of our daughter, Lily. There are countless accounts from mothers who have faced the unimaginable grief of losing a child. During our darkest days, I found solace in those narratives—they provided a glimmer of hope that I could navigate through the heartache. Instead, this story…
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Why is Miscarriage Such a Silent Struggle?
low cost IUI My first pregnancy was a breeze, just like I assumed it would be for most women. But when I faced the devastating news of losing my baby, the term “miscarriage” felt like a dark cloud hovering over me. I thought to myself, “This can’t be happening to me—I’m young and healthy.” No…
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The Daydreams of Exhausted Moms
low cost IUI We all have aspirations. Some people dream of fame, while others yearn for that dream job they don’t dread waking up for each morning. Money, power, romance—the possibilities are endless in our imaginations. However, once you become a mom, many of those fantasies take a backseat to some new, more pressing daydreams.…
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13 Life Lessons About Money I Want My Kids to Learn Beyond Just Dollars and Cents
low cost IUI Last weekend, I took my kids to my mom’s hometown in the Mississippi Delta. They were fascinated by the stories of her childhood, like dancing on the icebox in her parents’ grocery store, and visiting the small cemetery where our family members rest. However, what really struck them was witnessing poverty in…
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This Common Core Worksheet Is Leaving Parents Stumped
low cost IUI Can you take a look at this math worksheet and understand why the answers were marked as “incorrect”? The image has garnered over three million views in just a week, and the response has been largely… “Huh?” Understanding the Confusion Let’s start with the first question: 5×3 does equal 15, right? So…