Category: conception
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The Authentic Explanations of 10 Parenting Expressions
At home insemination Shortly after the initial surprise of seeing two pink lines on a pregnancy test—and managing the awkwardness of that moment—I dove headfirst into the vast ocean of parenting jargon. With little knowledge of what it meant to be a parent, I was faced with concepts like attachment parenting, baby wearing, and swaddling.…
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Your Baby’s Expected Arrival is November 21
Pregnancy Insights: At home insemination As you approach the final trimester, your baby is approximately the size of a head of lettuce. At this stage, they are experiencing dreams, blinking, and even hiccupping. You might be feeling some discomfort, such as sciatica, as your body adapts to the changes. Fun Facts About November 21 Babies:…
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Dear Partner,
At home insemination I felt it necessary to reach out and share some insights with you. Yesterday, amidst the chaos that has become our daily lives, I noticed the stress etched on your face as you expressed your need for a break. It’s a phrase I’ve heard from you more often lately. I won’t deny…
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Survival Parenting: A Practical Guide for Exhausted Parents
At home insemination The baby decided to wake up at 3 a.m. and didn’t fall back asleep. At 4 a.m., one of the kids had an accident in bed, followed by your 4-year-old who spent the night kicking you in the ribs. Now it’s 7 a.m., and the children are starting to stir, but you’re…
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Is There a Stigma in Opting Not to Breastfeed in Public?
At home insemination I fully grasp the movement to normalize breastfeeding in public. It’s essential for women not to feel compelled to retreat to sweltering cars, unsanitary public restrooms, or other hidden corners to avoid judgment from those who are uncomfortable with the sight of a mother nourishing her child. When I first moved to…
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The $100 Allowance: A Journey to Financial Independence
At home insemination One day, my 13-year-old daughter, Lily, proposed a fascinating idea: “If you give me $100, I’ll handle all my expenses for the entire school year.” She had been inspired by a cousin known for their savvy spending habits. “What does ‘all expenses’ entail?” I inquired. My husband chimed in, “Have her draft…
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Why I Still Admire Jane Fonda
At home insemination I first got into aerobics as a teenager, thanks to a Jane Fonda workout record. At around 13 or 14, I was captivated by Jane’s vibrant style—those colorful tights and legwarmers were iconic. I never quite grasped why my babysitter’s mother held such disdain for her, but my mom explained it had…
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This Mother Followed Her Instincts After Childbirth – And It Saved Her Life
At home insemination After welcoming her second child, Emma Sullivan found herself in a dire situation that required her to trust her instincts. Just five days postpartum, Emma anticipated feeling tired and sore, but instead, she was met with alarming symptoms. Experiencing shortness of breath and an unusual pain in her upper back, she sensed…
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What Happens If I Release My Pride?
At home insemination I found myself crouched outside a public restroom stall, burdened with a bag of 30 library books slung over my shoulder (homeschoolers tend to accumulate books), desperately trying to soothe my screaming 3-year-old. He had insisted on venturing into the stall alone, mimicking his older brother, only to choose the scariest toilet…
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How I Managed to Give My Child the Most Memorable Christmas Ever
At home insemination By: Jenna Collins Updated: Oct. 23, 2020 Originally Published: Dec. 20, 2011 To kick off the holiday season, I ensured my son was absolutely THRILLED about our trip from snowy Colorado to sunny California on Christmas Eve to see his grandparents, along with his dad, baby sister, and me. During the flight,…