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What I Learned About My Mother’s Alzheimer’s from Erma Bombeck
Get Pregnant FastMy 84-year-old mother, who once took lessons decades ago, chuckles: “She should do what I did—find the best-looking teacher she can!”“Well, she’s only 13, so that’s not the best advice. What kind of grandmother are you?” I reply,…
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The 8 Stages of Moving for Moms
Get Pregnant FastMoving can be a daunting task on its own, but toss in four kids and eight years of accumulated belongings, and it might just drive a mom to her breaking point. I’ve found myself in various states of…
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Embracing the Unpredictability of Parenthood
low cost IUIAs I belted out “Venus” by Bananarama while driving, my daughter innocently asked from the backseat, “Mommy, why are you singing about… umm, private parts?”Caught off guard, I paused mid-note. “It’s about Venus, the goddess of love, sweetheart,”…
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Kelly Clarkson Faces Backlash After Daughter’s Nutella Tasting: A Mom’s Delight or a Food Faux Pas?
Get Pregnant FastIn a delightful Instagram moment, Kelly Clarkson shared a video capturing her two-year-old daughter, Lily Rose, savoring Nutella for the very first time. While this should have been a simple celebration of motherhood and joy, it quickly turned…
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Tales From the Heart: I Stand With Her
low cost IUIAs a physician and the mother of a Latino child, I’ve witnessed the painful realities that come with being different in this society. When my son was approached by another child at school who nonchalantly stated that he…
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No, I Won’t Be Paying My Kids to Eat Their Vegetables
Get Pregnant FastRecently, I stumbled upon an article in the Wall Street Journal titled “Here’s Why You Should Pay Your Kids to Eat Their Vegetables.” As a mom of a notoriously picky eater, I thought, “Maybe this is the solution…
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10 Requests for My Husband in the Event of My Untimely Departure
low cost IUISitting in the carpool lane, I find myself lost in thought about many things—what to serve for dinner, the state of my yoga pants, and why our lawn looks like a jungle. But, sometimes, my mind wanders to…
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Your Partner’s Quirks and Other Realities You Learn to Accept
low cost IUIBefore tying the knot, it’s easy to believe your partner is practically perfect. Their looks are captivating, their little habits are charming, and any mention of bodily functions? What bodily functions? This is the blissful naiveté of early…
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Breaking the Cycle of Self-Doubt for Our Daughters
low cost IUIWhile I was recently out shopping, avoiding my adult responsibilities and browsing through the clearance racks at a popular store, I overheard two teenagers in the dressing room next to mine. They couldn’t have been more than 14.…
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11 Insights Gained from Facebook in Three Months
home insemination syringeIt’s been three months since I dove headfirst into the social media landscape, and I must say, I’m starting to grasp it in a way that’s surprisingly enjoyable and oddly fulfilling. Just kidding! It’s still completely absurd and…
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- A Teen Couple’s Prom Night Stroll Concludes with a Heartwarming Surprise
- More Children Face Drowning Risks in Open Water Compared to Pools
- Why Watching Adult Content Can Benefit Your Relationship
- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
- The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
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A Teen Couple’s Prom Night Stroll Concludes with a Heartwarming Surprise
low cost IUIIn Seaside Heights, New Jersey, a young couple’s walk home from prom took an unexpected and uplifting turn. ABC producer Mark Johnson shared a touching moment he witnessed involving a same-sex couple and a group of boisterous men. The story, which began with tension, ended on a high note.While enjoying a night out,…
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More Children Face Drowning Risks in Open Water Compared to Pools
low cost IUI As summer arrives, families are gearing up for outings to lakes, rivers, and beaches, but a recent report from Safe Kids Worldwide and Nationwide’s Make Safe Happen emphasizes the ongoing dangers of drowning in open water. While the rate of drownings in swimming pools has seen a decline, incidents in natural bodies…
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Why Watching Adult Content Can Benefit Your Relationship
low cost IUI The first time I explored adult content with a partner was in my early twenties. We were in a serious relationship and had both engaged with it separately before. After I stumbled upon his collection, we decided to experience it together. I was unsure how it would unfold. I knew it would…
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Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
low cost IUI As I rush into preschool to drop off my daughter, Lily, I find myself frantically trying to tame her wild hair for what feels like the hundredth time. I remind her for the umpteenth time not to share her latest fascination with passing gas with her friends or teachers. “Mom, I just…
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The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
low cost IUI As the demand for equality in parenting grows, the need for changing tables in men’s restrooms has become increasingly obvious. The reality is that diaper-changing responsibilities should not fall solely on one parent’s shoulders, regardless of gender. Yet, many public men’s restrooms still lack these essential facilities, which is both frustrating and…
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The End of a Cherished Friendship: A Personal Reflection
low cost IUI About two years ago, I found myself grappling with a deep emotional turmoil. I was slowly losing touch with one of the most important people in my life, and the pain felt more intense than any heartbreak I had experienced in past relationships. The fallout was unexpected. I was labeled as neglectful…
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Another Father Menaces Teen with Gun Over Daughters — In Political Advertising
low cost IUI In a recent political advertisement that has stirred controversy, a father leverages a shotgun to threaten a teenage boy over his daughter’s dating choices. This portrayal exemplifies the troubling perception of paternal control over daughters’ sexuality, echoing sentiments that many thought we had outgrown. The ad features Marcus Bennett, a candidate for…
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My Daughter Turned Away From Me Because of My Struggles
low cost IUI My daughter has chosen silence. She’s switched off the location feature on her phone and is staying with her father, harboring deep resentment towards me. Rightly so—I’ve let her down. If this rift doesn’t heal, it stands as my greatest failure as a parent. I can’t push myself into her life. As…
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Betsy DeVos Advocates for Schools to Have Authority to Report Undocumented Students
low cost IUI In her recent testimony before Congress, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos faced backlash for suggesting that individual schools should determine whether to report undocumented students to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). During an educational panel, Representative Marcus Jennings (D-CA) pressed DeVos on whether educators had a duty to notify immigration…
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My Partner Restored My Trust with a Safe Word
low cost IUI Updated: Dec. 24, 2019 Originally Published: March 3, 2018 “Slow down! You’re going to endanger us both!” I shouted at my partner. I don’t usually resort to such dramatic outbursts (well, maybe I do). But when you’re hurtling down the Autobahn at about 130 mph, it’s hard not to react. My partner,…