Category: DIY Insemination
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Navigating Motherhood: Raising Black Children in 2016
At home insemination In a suburb just outside Atlanta, Georgia, the Thompson family, consisting of parents Maya and David Thompson and their children, Ava (9), Malik (6), and Jayden (5), faces the harsh realities of racism every day. I had the opportunity to speak with Maya about the challenges she encounters as a mother of…
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C’mon, Show Us That Smile
At home insemination The suggestion to practice smiling came from a friend who specializes in media training. As a marketing consultant who frequently engages in public speaking, I had largely overcome my initial anxiety. However, recent events had started to shake my confidence again. When I sought my friend’s guidance, she concluded our first session…
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Why Wasn’t I Prepared for Pregnancy Limbo?
At home insemination I sensed something was off when I found myself tearful during a scene in a movie—definitely not typical behavior for me, especially while working out. Sure, it was a heartfelt story, but tears? Really? In the days that followed, fatigue set in deeply. I felt as though weights were attached to my…
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Photographer’s Call to Action: ‘Stop Silencing Birth’
At home insemination In yet another incident of censorship, Facebook has removed a birth photograph, citing violations of its nudity policies. This latest action has left photographer Sarah Thomas exasperated, and rightly so. Birth is a natural, non-sexual event, and those who follow a birth photography page are likely looking for exactly these kinds of…
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Innovative Parents Offer Coffee from a Food Truck During School Drop-Off
At home insemination In the hustle and bustle of morning school drop-offs, parents often find themselves juggling tired kids and their own lack of caffeine. But at one school, the mundane wait in the car line has transformed into a delightful experience, thanks to a couple of resourceful parents who decided to serve coffee from…
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Embracing Body Positivity as a Mother
At home insemination You may flaunt a beach-ready physique, but I find myself in a different reality. Many of us have seen that viral video featuring moms joyfully playing with their children on the beach, radiating happiness as they capture the moment. The message? Your physical appearance doesn’t matter; what counts is your presence. It…
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Seat Belts on School Buses: An Obvious Choice Without a Legal Mandate
At home insemination Have you ever paused to think about why children aren’t mandated to wear seat belts while riding on school buses? Despite the lack of a federal requirement, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has recently advocated for the inclusion of seat belts on all school buses, potentially ushering in significant changes…
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This Couple Celebrates 61 Years of Marriage with Their Original Wedding Cake
Menu Lifestyle At home insemination Meet the delightful couple, George and Martha Thompson, who are marking an incredible 61 years of marriage by indulging in their original wedding cake. “Even in our 80s, we still cherish each other. We cuddle up every night before bed,” Martha shared. It’s a well-known tradition for couples to save…
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Parents Face Suspended Jail Sentence for Refusal to Vaccinate Their Children
At home insemination In a case that has garnered significant attention, a couple from France has been sentenced to a suspended jail term for opting not to vaccinate their young children against serious diseases. Jean and Claire Dupont, who have a three-year-old and a 15-month-old, found themselves in legal trouble when they couldn’t provide vaccination…
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47-Year-Old Woman Gives Birth Unaware of Her Pregnancy
At home insemination Imagine being in your late 40s, dealing with missed periods, hot flashes, weight gain, night sweats, and irritability—symptoms that might lead you to believe menopause has arrived. This was the reality for a Massachusetts resident named Lisa Carter, who, like many women her age, assumed her body was simply transitioning into a…