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8 Pregnancy Perks to Anticipate
home insemination syringeLet’s face it: pregnancy can be quite the challenge. Between weight gain, discomfort, and wild hormonal shifts, it can feel like you’ve transformed into a character from a sci-fi movie. However, amidst the chaos, there are some delightful…
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If Furniture Assembly Instructions Were Like Parenting Advice
home insemination syringeRaising a child is no easy feat. It’s akin to stepping into a corporate office on your first day and being handed the title of CEO—while simultaneously being the janitor, because let’s face it, kids can be a…
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WTF Kids?! You Need What, When?
Get Pregnant FastIsn’t it delightful when your child casually drops a bombshell about a school event you had zero clue about? Picture this: your little one breezes out the door in the morning and pipes up, “Hey, Mom, I have…
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The Hilarious Quest for the Perfect Baby Photo
low cost IUIEvery parent understands the challenge of capturing that perfect photograph of their little one. No matter how hard you try, there are moments when your child just isn’t in the mood. But when they are smiling, you need…
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Mastering the Art of Using a Urine Cup During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastPregnancy brings a myriad of challenges, and one of the most amusing yet frustrating has to be the art of collecting urine samples. If you think peeing in a cup while pregnant should be an Olympic sport, you’re…
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Get Ready for Caramel M&Ms: Sweetness is on the Way!
home insemination syringeHold onto your candy-loving hearts! M&Ms has just announced that a luscious new flavor—caramel—will be hitting the shelves in 2017. Now, let’s keep this little nugget of joy under wraps. You might want to keep it from the…
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10 New Year’s Resolutions My Family Should Consider Making
low cost IUIEvery year, as the calendar turns, it’s common for individuals to reflect on their lives and set goals for the upcoming year. While many people might aim at personal fitness or self-improvement, I recently took a moment to…
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Tales from the Nation of Empowered Pantsuits: I Stand With Her
home insemination syringeAs the mother of a Latino son, I was shocked when another student casually mentioned that if Trump became president, my child would be sent back to Guatemala. This wasn’t even said with malice, but as if it…
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Waiting Tables: How It Makes You a Better Person
low cost IUIDid I say bitter? I meant better. I genuinely believe that waiting tables and working in the service industry can shape you into a better person. I’ve had my fair share of roles in this field, starting at…
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How to Encourage a 14-Year-Old Girl to Embrace Playfulness
home insemination syringeRecently, I took my 14-year-old daughter, Emily, to the picturesque North Shore of Oahu for a week-long getaway. For many parents, the idea of spending days in a condo with a teenage girl can be daunting; however, we…
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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
- Navigating the Complexities of ‘Having It All’: A Realistic Perspective
- The Real Problem with the Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
- The End of a Cherished Friendship: A Personal Reflection
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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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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,…
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What Does “I Hate You” Really Indicate? And Other Teen Expressions
low cost IUI Parenting By Emily Carter Updated: January 20, 2018 “I can’t stand you!” my teenage daughter yelled, her voice filled with fury. “You won’t be at my wedding and you’ll never meet your grandkids!” In that moment, it felt as if her words were daggers aimed directly at my heart. The intensity of…