Category: DIY Insemination

At home insemination “Why blend in when you were meant to stand out?” –Dr. Seuss My family definitely stands out. My children are Asian, while my husband and I are Caucasian. It’s pretty clear to most that our kids are adopted. I understand that being unique can spark curiosity, stares, and even comments that, while…

At home insemination For the past week, I’ve been dealing with a mild sore throat—nothing that disrupts my sleep, just a slight discomfort, particularly noticeable when I take that first sip of water in the morning. While I haven’t rushed to a doctor yet, I have found myself contemplating various potential causes: allergies, stress, a…

At home insemination “Trust your instincts. You possess more knowledge than you realize.” —Dr. Benjamin Spock This topic is a challenging one to tackle. Many of you reading this, like myself, are parents living in a world of oversharing. You know exactly what I’m talking about: the cheerful Facebook posts celebrating your child’s final day…

At home insemination As the new school year kicks off, a single photograph has gone viral, perfectly illustrating the two distinct reactions kids have on their first day of school. While some children are buzzing with excitement, others are decidedly less enthusiastic. This amusing snapshot, shared widely on social media, encapsulates both experiences. According to…

At home insemination Updated: Dec. 26, 2015 Originally Published: Nov. 5, 2014 While many struggle with punctuality, I often find myself arriving too early, which can be just as frustrating. As I reflect on this, I wonder if being excessively early is as uncommon as I think. Are you someone who tends to be chronically…

At home insemination As my eldest prepares to start kindergarten in just a few weeks, the thought of him boarding that big yellow bus with a crowd of older kids fills me with a mix of excitement and dread. While I look forward to having some much-needed time to tackle my never-ending to-do list—like finally…

At home insemination As a child, I was consumed by an unshakable fear that my mother might vanish or pass away. Each morning, as I set off for school, I was plagued by thoughts that my family and home would no longer be there upon my return. My vigilance regarding my mother’s safety was intense;…

At home insemination “You will find yourself missing your pregnant belly once it’s no longer there,” is a phrase I’ve encountered from numerous well-meaning individuals lately. Typically, this is followed by the notion that “you’ll long for the comfort of having your baby close to you at all times.” As I approach the conclusion of…