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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
home insemination syringeHey there! Yes, I’m addressing you — the lone individual at this children’s sports event who’s out there berating the referees and players, flailing your arms, and exhaling in frustration, essentially behaving like a petulant child. It’s time…
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6 Phrases Every Mom Has Uttered at Least Once: ‘I Just Want to Use the Bathroom in Peace’
low cost IUIAh, the elusive bathroom break—an unfortunate reality of motherhood that inspired the book I Just Want to Use the Bathroom in Peace and its sequels, including the latest, I STILL Just Want to Use the Bathroom in Peace.…
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7 Challenges I’m Choosing Not to Fix for My Kids
low cost IUIModern parenting can feel like a constant tug-of-war between instinct and restraint. When my child tumbles over, argues with a friend, or faces any kind of challenge, my knee-jerk reaction is to swoop in and fix it: lift…
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The Unwritten Rules of Traveling With Kids
low cost IUIAh, parenthood—a delightful journey filled with unexpected turns and a few detours that make you question your sanity. I’ve come to find that managing expectations is the name of the game. The monumental events I thought would be…
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4 Surprising Upsides to Gestational Diabetes
low cost IUIWhen I first received my gestational diabetes diagnosis, I was a bundle of nerves. I sobbed to my husband and family, convinced I was to blame for this predicament. I panicked over the thought of needles, hefty babies,…
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10 Reasons to Slice a Blueberry into Quarters: A Totally Rational Approach from a Well-Educated Mom
low cost IUIAs a parent, I’ve done some pretty quirky things, but slicing a single blueberry into quarters might just take the cake. The other day, while preparing a snack for my 17-month-old daughter, I pulled out some organic blueberries…
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Why Dads of Daughters Are the Most Remarkable Men
low cost IUIRemember when you were a kid and your dad seemed like the strongest man on the planet? Whether it was fixing broken toys, lifting you onto his shoulders, or figuring out how to operate the TV remote, he…
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Raising My Daughters to be Strong Women
low cost IUII find myself cringing as I admit this. “If someone is bothering you, just ask them nicely to stop.” Ugh, I can almost feel myself gagging. It’s hard to believe I’m telling my daughters to handle bullies with…
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The Best of Intentions: Navigating Parenting Conversations
low cost IUIAt a lively brunch gathering, a family friend turns to me, a warm smile lighting up her face. “Your kids are absolutely precious!” she exclaims.“Thank you! We think they’re pretty great,” I reply, trying to keep the humility…
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How to Gently Rouse a Sleeping Teen (Without Causing a Family Crisis)
low cost IUIWhen I hear parents of little ones lamenting how their kids rise with the sun and dream of the day when they can sneak in a few extra hours of sleep, I can totally relate. But I always…
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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…