Category: conception

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…

At home insemination During a recent legislative hearing on a proposed ban on abortions after 20 weeks, Republican lawmaker Margaret Thompson expressed controversial views regarding women’s rights in situations involving stillbirths. The discussion was sparked by Democratic Representative John Adams, who questioned whether a woman should be compelled to carry a fetus to term if…

At home insemination We swore we wouldn’t become that couple—the ones who let their romantic life fade into the background while managing the chaos of raising toddlers. No way! We were determined to prioritize our relationship. We envisioned regular date nights and long evening strolls to reconnect after our hectic days. Weekend getaways would be…

At home insemination When I first encountered TV shows depicting teenagers caring for eggs as if they were babies, I thought it was just another American myth—like cheerleaders dating football players or the existence of malt shops. However, after relocating to the United States, I discovered that these egg-baby projects are indeed real and have…