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Menu | Parenting At home insemination Last Saturday was a whirlwind. Our day was jam-packed with kid activities starting bright and early at 8:30 AM and stretching well into the evening. Why do weekends feel so hectic these days? By the time 7:00 PM rolled around, we finally gathered as a family, all utterly fatigued…

At home insemination As a parent of adopted Black children, I often find myself on the receiving end of well-meaning but misguided comments from well-intentioned individuals. These remarks, while often intended to show openness or inclusivity, frequently miss the mark and can come off as insensitive or uninformed. Here’s a look at some of the…

At home insemination Growing up, I recall a time when bike helmets, seat belts, and sunscreen were rarely used. Children often rode in the front seat of cars without a second thought. Fast forward to today, and such practices seem utterly reckless, especially with our understanding of the risks of concussions and the long-term damage…

At home insemination At 33, an unanticipated pregnancy led my partner and I to confront some significant questions about our relationship. Though we hadn’t planned for this, we recognized our love and commitment to each other, so we decided to embrace the situation. Unfortunately, that journey included a miscarriage. A few months later, I found…

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…

At home insemination Updated: August 2, 2016 Originally Published: May 16, 2010 Sex education often falls flat; students can be too embarrassed to engage, and educators sometimes struggle to effectively communicate essential lessons. So, how do we impress upon teenagers the profound responsibilities of parenting, especially when they’re navigating their own hormonal upheavals and developing…

At home insemination In our household, we often joke that we’re “rich in love, but short on cash.” During the times when we were fortunate enough to have both love and financial stability, we could rely on help to keep our home in order. Those days are long behind us, leaving us to tackle the…

At home insemination As August wanes, the summer season still lingers, but subtle signs of fall are starting to emerge. The crispness in the evening air, the rustling leaves collecting on the sidewalks, and the looming reality of back-to-school preparations can all trigger a sense of melancholy. The carefree days of summer, filled with barbecues…

At home insemination Can the chaos and joy of parenting be expressed in 140 characters or less? Absolutely! Here’s a humorous take on the realities of raising kids. “Parenting: where sleep becomes a luxury and coffee is your best friend. #SendHelp” “Why is it that kids can hear a candy wrapper from three rooms away…

At home insemination It’s nearly my birthday, and I’m ready to indulge in some delightful mischief! Tomorrow marks the day I treat myself to a series of activities that, while perfectly natural to me, will surely drive my partner, Jake, up the wall. As a special gift from him, he won’t be allowed to complain…