Category: conception

At home insemination “The days feel endless, but the years fly by.” If you’re a new parent, you’ve likely heard this saying. It’s often paired with the admonition to embrace every moment of your child’s growth. For those of us with rainbow babies—children born after the heartache of miscarriage, stillbirth, or neonatal loss—the pressure to…

At home insemination “Get a shoelace to clamp the umbilical cord,” my landlord relayed to the 911 dispatcher as I lay on the kitchen floor, blood pooling around me. My partner grabbed a lace from his sneaker and asked, “Does it matter if it’s dirty?” Our newborn lay on my belly, swaddled in a towel.…

At home insemination In a recent conversation with a fellow new mother, I found myself saying, “Don’t hesitate to try a nipple shield; cracked nipples are truly the worst!” Moments later, I warned another mom about the vibrant orange hue she could expect in her baby’s diapers after introducing sweet potatoes. It’s fascinating how quickly…

At home insemination Congratulations on your pregnancy! As you embark on this incredible journey, you may have heard about the concept of stem cell banking, particularly regarding cord blood. This innovative technology offers promising options for your child’s future health. To help you make an informed decision, we’ve partnered with Americord, a leading private cord…

At home insemination When welcoming a new baby into the family, parents often envision how their older children will react to meeting their sibling for the first time. We meticulously choose T-shirts proclaiming “Big Brother” and “Big Sister” and eagerly anticipate that first family photo. However, for me, this experience unfolded quite differently. I had…

At home insemination I’ve been reflecting quite a bit lately. The passing of my beloved pet, Max, and my heart-wrenching experience of losing my baby at 17 weeks gestation have weighed heavily on my mind. In both situations, I found that nearly every mother I spoke to shared my perspective: Max’s loss was a profound…

At home insemination When it comes to my births, aside from the C-section I didn’t plan for, my second and third experiences exceeded my expectations. I’ve always had an exceptional OBGYN, earning him a metaphorical gold medal for his work. However, let’s face it: while doctors are crucial, it’s the labor and delivery nurses who…

At home insemination A mother recently shared a series of selfies featuring her peacefully sleeping baby girl, but with a cheeky twist — she’s flipping her off in each shot. Unsurprisingly, the online community had mixed reactions. If you’re a parent and claim that you’ve never felt the urge to express frustration in a similar…

At home insemination The moment we’ve all been anticipating is finally here—Meghan Blake and her husband, Prince William, are on the verge of welcoming their first child. This long-awaited news comes after Buckingham Palace confirmed this morning that the Duchess of Cambridge is officially in labor. A statement from the Palace declared, “The Duchess entered…

First, gather 50 hardboiled eggs. Next, consume every last one. Then, go about your day while managing a massive, uncomfortable food baby that makes you feel like you need to collapse on the coldest tile floor you can find—even if it’s in a grimy gas station restroom. Now, repeat this routine every day for nine…