Category: conception

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…

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,…

At home insemination When I was expecting, I envisioned the blissful moments of early parenthood. I imagined a smooth labor experience, effortless breastfeeding, and a flat tummy after giving birth. However, the reality of motherhood is chaotic, unpredictable, and filled with tough decisions. Here are some things from my inaugural year of being a mom…

At home insemination In a surprising turn of events, a mother named Sarah Thompson found herself at the center of a heated debate after posting a playful photograph with Santa while breastfeeding her infant. What was intended as a light-hearted attempt to promote the acceptance of breastfeeding in public quickly devolved into a storm of…

At home insemination Maintaining my sanity as a parent has required the support of not just one, but two distinct families. Like everyone else, I have my birth family and in-laws, but I also have a chosen family—one built on love and mutual respect rather than blood ties. While I didn’t select my biological family,…

Parenting At home insemination When my first child was born, I received an intense introduction to motherhood. Sore nipples, unexpected diaper disasters, and an infant who seemed to nurse around the clock made it clear that I was in for a challenging journey. My nights were spent pacing the nursery, bouncing a wailing newborn while…

At home insemination As divorce becomes increasingly common, it seems that those without firsthand experience often miss the unwritten guidelines of navigating life as a co-parent. Regularly, I encounter frustrating comments and suggestions from people who haven’t walked this path. While I wouldn’t wish the complexities of divorce on anyone, I do wish for a…

Parenting Insights The Value of Babysitting: An Ongoing Debate At home insemination Updated: April 13, 2023 Originally Published: April 13, 2023 It’s time for a reality check: What is a reasonable wage for a babysitter? My partner and I rarely enjoy a night out by ourselves—not because we don’t want to, but because the financial…

At home insemination Updated: Aug. 20, 2015 Originally Published: Feb. 1, 2015 Last night, the Tooth Fairy failed to show up again, and this has become a recurring issue. My daughter, Emma, had been eagerly awaiting the loss of her loose bottom tooth for weeks. For nearly two weeks, she’d been wiggling it, pulling at…

At home insemination I have a tendency to wear my emotions on my sleeve, making it impossible to hide what I truly feel. Whether it’s delight over a thoughtful gift or discomfort over an unflattering outfit, my facial expressions give me away. This became painfully clear during the recent announcement of the Mother of All…