Category: conception
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6 Reasons Why Having a Large Family is Amazing
At home insemination When I tell people I have six kids, their reactions can be quite amusing. Admittedly, there are moments when I question my choices, ponder the world they will inherit, and reflect on the environmental impact of such a large family. However, the majority of the time, I simply revel in the joys…
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14 Essential Steps to Crafting the Ultimate Mixtape (1983 Edition)
At home insemination Keep your clock radio and transistor tuned in to the Top 40 station around the clock to maximize your chances of catching The Songs. Make sure your tape recorder is primed and ready (don’t forget to check those batteries!). A handy tip: set it to record/pause to save precious time. Experiment with…
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Your 16-Week-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
At home insemination Congratulations, you have a 16-week-old little one! This is a delightful time in your parenting journey as your baby enters the fourth month of life. While parenting can be challenging, this stage offers a unique blend of ease and joy. Your baby is still small enough to be safe when playing on…
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Foods to Limit or Avoid While Breastfeeding
At home insemination The good news is that your diet becomes less restrictive after giving birth. However, if you’re breastfeeding, there are certain foods you might want to limit or completely avoid. What Foods Should You Avoid While Nursing? While your options expand postpartum, some foods can affect your breast milk and potentially your baby’s…
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10 Compelling Reasons to Join a Gym with Child Care
At home insemination Let’s be honest: unless you have a luxury lifestyle with personal trainers and chefs, shedding post-baby weight can be quite the challenge. That’s where joining a gym with child care comes into play. Beyond the evident health perks, here are some compelling reasons why investing in this membership is one of the…
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Store Clerk Heroically Catches Baby as Mother Collapses
At home insemination In a remarkable display of quick thinking and instinct, a Colorado store clerk became a hero when she intervened during a medical emergency involving a mother and her infant. The incident unfolded at a gas station in Arvada, Colorado, where surveillance footage captured the moment a young woman was purchasing items while…
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I May Not Have a Daughter, but I’m Raising Future Feminists
At home insemination Before my second son was born, I secretly wished for a daughter. With one son already, I longed for a little girl who might choose to bond with me in a way that felt different. However, I’ve come to cherish my two boys deeply and wouldn’t exchange them for the world. Well,…
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Top 3 Organic Baby Formulas of 2025, As Recommended by Experts and Parents
At home insemination Navigating the world of baby formulas can be daunting, especially for new parents. To make this choice easier, we’ve gathered insights from pediatricians and parents to highlight the best organic baby formulas available in 2025. 1. Earth’s Best Organic Formula Price: $40 for 21 oz This formula is often hailed as the…
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The Early Days and Weeks After Welcoming a Baby
At home insemination The initial days and weeks following the arrival of your little one are often quite different from what you envisioned. For starters, your body might still resemble that of a pregnant woman, and it may take a while for things to return to a more familiar shape (frustrating, we know). To make…
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How to Become the Most Beloved Babysitter
At home insemination Parenting Tips By Jamie Thompson Updated: June 27, 2023 Originally Published: August 18, 2013 Let’s take a trip down memory lane. Back in the day, babysitting rates were a mere dollar per hour per child. I once even got paid in coins by a dad who thought it was funny. But don’t…