Category: DIY Insemination
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This Heartwarming Moment of a Little Girl Running to Embrace Her Father at a Troop Homecoming Will Warm Your Soul
At home insemination If you can watch videos of children reuniting with their military parents after a long deployment without shedding a tear, consider yourself fortunate. Few things are as touching as witnessing the pure joy on a child’s face when they finally see their mom or dad again. However, there are usually formal proceedings…
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Postpartum Anxiety: The Hidden Struggles of New Motherhood
At home insemination Do I look anxious in that photo? It’s hard to remember if I was truly in a state of panic or just under the influence of post-surgery medication—those painkillers certainly have a way of altering perception. What I do recall is that the hospital food tasted like a gourmet feast, a stark…
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Why I Won’t Share the “Stranger Danger” Social Experiment Video
At home insemination My social media feeds have been inundated with a viral video created by YouTuber Jake Collins, showcasing playground moms who believed they had instilled the “stranger danger” lesson in their children. To their horror, they watched as their kids willingly left with a man and his puppy, seemingly without a second thought.…
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What Transpires When You Take an Exhausted Child to Dine Out?
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…
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It’s Not a Flawless Relationship, It’s a Relationship That Functions
At home insemination Recently, during a conversation with my friend Lisa about our children and partners, she expressed a desire for her marriage to be as idyllic as mine. I was surprised by her comment because my marriage is many things, but flawless is certainly not one of them! If she had seen my husband…
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Tech Mogul Alex Thompson and Partner Welcome Baby Girl, Pledge 99% of Wealth to Charity
At home insemination Tech mogul Alex Thompson and his partner, Emily Carter, recently shared the joyous news of the arrival of their healthy baby girl on social media. In an extraordinary turn of events, Thompson announced his commitment to donate 99% of their shares in his company, valued at around $45 billion, to charitable causes…
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9 Remarks I Wish People Would Avoid When Talking About My Black Children
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…
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Mom Shares Evidence That Toddlers Can Be Quite Challenging
At home insemination If there was ever a question about the temperament of four-year-olds, this mom has some compelling evidence. In a humorous yet relatable account, she details her experiences with her young child, highlighting their unpredictable and often mischievous behavior. From tantrums over the smallest things to a complete disregard for simple rules, her…
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8 Surprising Realities of Pregnancy
At home insemination Pregnancy brings its own set of challenges and surprises. While indulging in the idea of eating for two can be appealing, the reality is that many aspects of pregnancy are less glamorous than expected. Here are eight misconceptions I had about pregnancy that were completely turned on their head once I began…
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Are Earplugs the Modern Equivalent of Bike Helmets?
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…