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Why We Don’t Lock Up Our Alcohol
low cost IUIMy partner and I enjoy our fair share of drinks, often stocking up on beer, wine, and an assortment of spirits. Our basement has shelves lined with bottles – some full, others half-empty, a few nearly gone –…
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Tragic Incident Highlights Importance of Firearm Safety
low cost IUIIn a tragic incident highlighting the importance of firearm safety, a Florida mother was accidentally shot by her four-year-old son, just one day after she proudly posted on social media about his enthusiasm for target practice. Jamie Lewis,…
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Netflix Introduces Offline Streaming, Parents Everywhere Rejoice!
home insemination syringeWhat could be worse than navigating holiday travel with a kid? How about doing so while handing over your precious device, hoping it will keep the little whirlwind entertained long enough to survive the flight—only to realize none…
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10 Important Things to Know If Your Baby Has Hip Dysplasia
Get Pregnant FastMotherhood is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. I found that out firsthand after my daughter’s birth, which involved two failed inductions, three hours of pushing, and ultimately a C-section. I was in a daze during…
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Why I Cherish Being a Mother to Boys
home insemination syringeAs I settled onto the couch, I watched my nephew play on the carpet in front of me. “Stay still, buddy,” I requested, noticing his restlessness. I took a handful of his hair and began to twist it,…
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How Partners Can Aid in Breastfeeding
low cost IUIAlright, gentlemen—yes, you too, partners of all genders! It’s time we have a real chat about how to support breastfeeding. Let’s face it, feeding a little human from your own body can be a bit of a challenge…
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CDC Releases Alarming New Insights on Zika Virus: It’s More Concerning Than We Thought
home insemination syringeJust a year ago, many of us were unfamiliar with the Zika virus. Now, it has been reported in 42 countries, and the outbreak is spreading rapidly. Recently, officials from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the…
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A Family-Friendly Restaurant Offers $10,000 to Parents Who Name Their Child Quinoa
home insemination syringeIn a bold marketing move, a family-oriented brewery, known as Brew Haven, is presenting a unique opportunity for expectant parents: a chance to win $10,000 in gift cards by naming their newborn “Quinoa.” This initiative comes as Brew…
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Your 22-Week-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
Get Pregnant FastCongratulations, you now have a 22-week-old baby! Take a deep breath and relax about those developmental milestones.At this stage, many infants start to experiment with movement, whether it’s scooting across the floor or rolling during tummy time. If…
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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…