Category: DIY Insemination
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Maintaining Your Sanity as a Stay-at-Home Mom
At home insemination Updated: March 2, 2016 | Originally Published: Feb. 2, 2013 After experiencing the rollercoaster of pregnancy, childbirth, the four-month sleep regression, teething, sleep training, and the infamous Terrible Twos, I’m beginning to feel like I’ve got this motherhood thing figured out. The urge to spike my morning tea with rum has significantly…
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Jenny Landon on the Tougher Aspects of Parenting
At home insemination Jenny Landon, a best-selling author, actress, and the humorous voice behind the Twitter handle @jennyandteets, embodies the friend every parent wishes they had. You know, the one who skips the dull conversations about milestones and healthy snacks. Instead, she’s the mom friend who lightens the mood by openly confessing to using TV…
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A Tokyo Hotel Introduces Crying Rooms—And I’m All In!
At home insemination I came across the concept of “crying rooms” last night, and it piqued my interest. At first glance, it seemed trivial, but after a moment of reflection, I recognized how beneficial such a service could have been during various challenging times in my life. The Mitsui Garden Yotsuya hotel in Tokyo has…
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Understanding the Overrated Nature of Feeling Bad
At home insemination Recently, I found myself pondering a significant question: What’s causing me to feel bad? Recognizing the roots of negative feelings is essential, as these emotions often serve as crucial indicators that something in your life may need adjusting. Once you pinpoint the sources of your discomfort, it’s time to work on eliminating…
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The Importance of Taking a Break from Parenting
At home insemination “Just one more,” I declared, just as confidently as I had with my last sip of wine. My partner, Jake, and I recently took our first overnight trip away from our four little ones, heading out of state for a wedding. The six-hour drive was a refreshing change. Gone were the familiar…
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This Mother’s Day, Let’s Safeguard Our Children
At home insemination Mother’s Day has transformed profoundly for me. Once a day filled with joy, now it serves as a painful reminder of what I’ve lost. Two years after my son’s tragic passing, I find myself clinging to the last gift he gave me, a watercolor flower painting, which now sits beside his photo…
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Creative Sandwich Art: A Reality Check for Parents
At home insemination If you’ve ever scrolled through Pinterest, you might have felt overwhelmed by the flawless cooking and craft skills of other parents. Today, however, I found a refreshing perspective that made me feel downright normal. The elaborate sandwich presentations featured online are truly outrageous! I can’t imagine any rational parent would prepare such…
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The Ultimate Solution for Exhausted Parents: The Sleep Hoodie
At home insemination If you’re a parent, you know the struggle all too well. There comes a moment when fatigue hits, and you simply can’t keep your eyes open any longer. You might find yourself longing for a chance to nap, regardless of your surroundings. Enter the Hypnos hoodie — a revolutionary piece of apparel…
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How Will My Kids Experience Love Without Written Notes?
At home insemination Fifteen years later, my shoebox of cherished notes is nowhere to be found. It was likely discarded during a move. Without tangible evidence, I am left with only memories of my teenage years, where crafting intricate notes was a daily ritual that shaped my early romantic encounters and passionate friendships. There was…
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Father Stops Wedding Procession to Walk Daughter Down the Aisle with Stepdad
At home insemination In the journey of parenting, stepparents often play an integral role in a child’s life. However, during significant milestones, such as a wedding, the spotlight tends to fall on biological parents. One father recognized the potential emotional impact of exclusion for his daughter’s stepfather on her big day and decided to make…