Category: conception

At home insemination It was one of those “off days” again. My weight hadn’t fluctuated much, yet my confidence seemed to have vanished overnight. There I was, standing before the mirror, tugging at a new shirt that suddenly felt unflattering. It didn’t take long for negative thoughts to invade my mind. Ugh. I feel like…

At home insemination Life with a newborn can feel like an incessant cycle of fatigue, diaper changes, and late-night feedings. It’s as if you’ve been thrust into the deep end of parenthood, and let’s be honest, it can feel overwhelming. Raising a newborn is undeniably challenging, but that challenge pales in comparison to the whirlwind…

At home insemination If you’re gearing up to welcome a little one and wish to add a sprinkle of enchantment to your nursery, consider drawing inspiration from this remarkable family. A couple from Illinois has taken the internet by storm with their dream Harry Potter-themed nursery. As new mom Clara shared, her husband, Jake, expressed…

At home insemination Today, I snapped a picture of my children perched on a picnic blanket, beaming at the camera, and instantly thought, “What a beautiful moment! I should share this on Facebook!” The version of our day that would land on social media might read like this: After returning from our family vacation and…

At home insemination I’ve found myself using certain terms without realizing their impact, only to later reflect on how they might offend others. Initially, I resisted the notion that I was causing harm, feeling frustrated that language was being policed. It took time, but now I grasp the profound influence of words—they shape our perceptions…

At home insemination You may have come across claims recently suggesting that a specific ice cream from Ben and Jerry’s, known as “Oats of This Swirled,” can enhance a breastfeeding mother’s milk supply. While I share a fondness for indulging in a pint of Ben and Jerry’s, as a lactation consultant, I must clarify that…

At home insemination Standing on Avenue des Invalides, we’d been waiting for the bus for what felt like an eternity. It was an unusually frigid day in early January, and I was anxious that my five-month-old daughter, Little One, wasn’t warm enough. Despite her snug snowsuit and the blanket wrapped around her, she resembled a…

At home insemination Gentlemen, partners, and all the supportive individuals out there, it’s time to discuss how to effectively support breastfeeding. Let’s be honest—feeding a baby from one’s own body can be quite challenging at first. Between the struggle of latching, sore nipples, and sheer exhaustion, the early days can feel daunting. Just as things…

At home insemination Dear Me, after welcoming your little one into the world: First off, congratulations! You deserve all the high-fives and hugs. Anyone who says otherwise might just need a reality check — you’ve earned the right to defend your feelings. You might not realize it yet, but you also have every right to…