Category: conception
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Do I Really Need a Baby Registry? Reasons to Consider Creating One
At home insemination When I first found out I was pregnant, I assumed that since I wasn’t planning a baby shower, a registry wasn’t necessary. However, I soon discovered that this was a mistake. A baby registry is not just a shopping guide for guests; it’s a valuable tool for organizing your purchases and saving…
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10 Ways to Give Your Child a 1970s Summer Experience
At home insemination Summer is practically upon us, and everywhere you look—on Pinterest, Facebook, and in family magazines—there are countless suggestions for fun activities to do with your kids. But honestly? As if we need more planned outings! I’m lying here, in a post-school year haze, thinking, “Oh sure, I can’t wait to craft homemade…
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What to Truly Anticipate After Giving Birth
At home insemination Despite reading popular guides like What to Expect When You’re Expecting and The Girlfriend’s Guide to Pregnancy, I was caught off guard by the realities that unfolded after my delivery. My friends shared bits and pieces of their experiences, but let’s face it—they didn’t want to scare me. They probably thought, “She’s…
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What to Anticipate with a Premature Baby
At home insemination Pregnancy is typically a nine-month journey filled with planning, anticipation, and cravings for late-night snacks. However, when my daughter, Mia, arrived at just 24 weeks gestation, weighing a mere 1 pound and 10 ounces, I quickly learned that the journey was about to take an unexpected turn. Suddenly, I found myself unprepared…
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Guiding Your Baby with Hearing Loss Through New Experiences
At home insemination Navigating new milestones with your baby who has hearing loss can be a rewarding journey. Here are some strategies to help you and your little one embrace these experiences together. Child Care and New Experiences From spending the night with grandparents to the first day at daycare, these transitions are crucial for…
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5 Tactics for Boosting Facebook Likes (And Being a Total Jerk)
At home insemination Social media is an ever-evolving landscape, and what worked yesterday might be obsolete today. I once shared a plethora of tips on navigating platforms like Facebook, but I’ve come to realize how futile that is. Just when you think you’ve mastered the game, something new pops up, leaving you scrambling to catch…
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After My Family’s Childbirth Crisis, I’m Committed to Training Black Dads as Doulas
At home insemination I don’t want any father-to-be to endure the feelings I faced in that delivery room or suffer the ongoing pain my partner and I carry. The births of my children have profoundly influenced my advocacy. The doula playbook I created for my daughter’s birth has now transformed into a program called “Dads…
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What to Do When Your Baby Cries in Her Sleep
At home insemination It’s common for new parents to experience a bit of fussiness during bedtime, but once your little one is settled, the quiet is often appreciated. Occasionally, however, your baby might cry, grunt, or even scream while asleep without actually waking up, leaving you puzzled about what’s going on in the crib. “My…
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Your Baby’s Expected Arrival is June 20
Join or Leave Navigating Conception Pregnancy Journey First Year of Life Toddlerhood Family Dynamics Choosing Baby Names Registry Essentials Baby Products Community Support Latest Topics in Conception Understanding Implantation Bleeding and Its Timing At home insemination Implantation bleeding may resemble menstrual flow, but it could also indicate pregnancy. Learn how to distinguish between spotting and…
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9 Essential Steps to Cultivating Mom Friendships After Welcoming a Baby
At home insemination It’s time to step away from the chaos of home. Yes, it’s time to trade in your sweatpants for something a bit more presentable, and venture outside with your little one. Why would you do this, you ask? Because it’s essential to reconnect with the world beyond the baby bubble. Adult conversations…