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Farewell to Toddlerhood: A Heartfelt Reflection
home insemination syringeLast week, my youngest child embarked on his pre-school journey. In less than two months, he will celebrate his third birthday. Recently, he transitioned to a big-boy bed and proudly wears big-boy underwear.These significant milestones signify that my…
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Putting All My Eggs in One Basket: My Journey to Motherhood
low cost IUIAt 28, my husband, Mark, and I decided it was time to start our family. We had been married for three years, and after I finished my course of Accutane—an acne medication that requires at least six months…
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25 Insights I Desire to Share with My Closest Friend
home insemination syringeAlthough we may not converse daily, you frequently occupy my thoughts. Each shared joke or moment of sadness serves as a delightful reminder of our bond, prompting me to express the following sentiments. From the moment our paths…
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Absolutely, a Mom of Three Can Rock a Bikini
home insemination syringeAs summer approaches, the excitement in the air is palpable, and last year, a delightful surprise landed in my mailbox—a catalogue filled with bathing suits from a popular brand. Curiosity piqued, I flipped through the pages, pondering how…
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Time to Hit the Hay: A Monologue
low cost IUIAlright, it’s that time again—time to hit the hay! I know you’re not thrilled about it, but bedtime waits for no one. Now, please, could you place your shoes and socks where they belong? Yes, all of them.…
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Hey Kids, Guess What? There’s a Harry Potter Bar and You’re Not Invited!
low cost IUIIf you’re a parent and a die-hard Harry Potter fan, you know the thrill of introducing your little ones to the enchanting world of wizards and witches. But hold on, there’s something even more thrilling: finding a babysitter…
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What Is a Vitamin K Injection, and Does My Newborn Really Need It? (Absolutely)
home insemination syringeWhen your baby arrives, particularly in a hospital setting, they undergo a series of standard “newborn procedures.” This includes weighing, measuring, checking pulse and heartbeat, and administering erythromycin ointment in their eyes to prevent infection. Along with their…
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Tragic Incident at Indiana School: Principal Loses Life Saving Students
low cost IUIIn a heartbreaking incident in Indiana, a dedicated principal made the ultimate sacrifice to protect her students from an oncoming school bus. Principal Emily Thompson was assisting with the dismissal at the end of the school day on…
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My Journey to Understanding Orgasm During Intercourse
home insemination syringeAt 40 years old, I’ve never experienced an orgasm during intercourse, despite being married for 12 years and having three sexual partners. I always believed that it would eventually happen on its own. With my first boyfriend, there…
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Strategies to Reduce Your Child’s Stress
home insemination syringeWhile childhood may appear carefree, it is often filled with stressors that can be overwhelming for children. Many kids struggle to keep afloat, lacking the skills to cope with the pressures they encounter. They may not fully understand…
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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…