Category: DIY Insemination
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Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy: Causes and Solutions
At home insemination Getting pregnant can bring about various challenges, and one common issue that many expectant mothers face is hemorrhoids. These swollen veins in the rectum, often referred to as piles, can be itchy, painful, and uncomfortable. However, rest assured that they are harmless and affect more than half of all pregnant women. The…
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Why I Regret Sharing My Due Date
At home insemination I recently reached the point where I’m a week past my due date, and the constant messages from well-meaning friends and family are starting to drive me up the wall. In hindsight, I realize just how common it is for expectant mothers to go beyond their due dates. When I first discovered…
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8 Parenting Skills to Highlight on Your Resume
At home insemination Every day, I find myself racing to meet the sky-high expectations of my toddler, who treats me like a personal assistant at a five-star hotel. He expects breakfast, a well-swaddled stuffed animal, a lift into the air, and juice all at once. Just as I start to process his demands, he throws…
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Recognizing the Warning Signs in Relationships: PART TWO
At home insemination (This is the second installment in a two-part series on identifying relationship red flags.) While many of us can identify warning signs in a partner, interpreting their implications can be challenging. Having navigated the often chaotic dating scene in New York City, I’ve honed my ability to recognize these flags quickly, sometimes…
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Lessons in Parenting from My Mother
At home insemination There are individuals who proudly display “WWJD?” bumper stickers, encouraging others to reflect on “What would Jesus do?” when faced with various decisions in life. This idea has been adapted in many ways, including “What would Oprah do?” and “What would Mom do?” As new parents, many of us find ourselves pondering…
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7 Reasons Crafting Is Not My Calling
At home insemination Do you remember the J. Crew catalogs from the mid-90s? Those beautifully curated images of picture-perfect families in elegantly adorned homes, all smiles in front of a grand colonial? The meticulously placed garland, the romantic kissing ball hanging above, and the sideboard boasting a handmade cornucopia of glittery fruits? I longed to…
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Parents Allocate Over $170 for Holiday Gifts for Each Child, Survey Reveals
At home insemination As the holiday season approaches, many parents are gearing up for the festive shopping spree, with the average expenditure on gifts for each child reaching approximately $173. Interestingly, this spending remains fairly consistent across different age groups, meaning even infants under 12 months receive a similar amount of presents compared to toddlers…
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Advocating for the Value of Confident Children
At home insemination “Mirror, mirror, on the wall… who’s the most confident of them all?” My childhood fascination with fairy tales has taken on a new meaning. While some might roll their eyes at the concept of raising self-absorbed children, I firmly believe that cultivating a sense of self-love in our little ones is not…
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He Appears More Expectant Than I Do
At home insemination Menu Parenting He Appears More Expectant Than I Do by Lila Thompson Updated: Aug. 13, 2015 Originally Published: July 12, 2000 This piece was initially shared on July 12, 2000. Are you ready for more? Subscribe to our daily newsletter for additional insights and stories from the parenting journey. In the world…
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Transforming Your Blog into a Book
At home insemination When I launched my blog, I envisioned it as a digital scrapbook for my children. As a mom, I’m not one to write down milestones like first words or steps, and my memory fails me when it comes to recalling special moments. Although I enjoy crafting, I’ve never embraced scrapbooking. Thus, a…