Category: conception
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The Motherhood Comes Naturally $5000 Giveaway: CLOSED
Menu Parenting At home insemination We regret to announce that the Motherhood Comes Naturally giveaway is now closed. A heartfelt thank you to all who participated, and congratulations to our lucky winners: Sarah W, Linda M, Emily J, Jamie K, and Mia R. (Winners have been contacted via email.) For those who didn’t win this…
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Dear Beloved Youngest Child (aka Baby Number Five),
At home insemination As I gaze around our home, it strikes me that I owe you a heartfelt apology. Your parents are weary, and you may have noticed that by now. Your older siblings have taken quite a toll on us, which means we’re giving you our “B” game. There was a time not long…
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Hilarious Parents on Twitter Take on Creepy Clowns
At home insemination Parenting can be a challenge, and now there’s an added layer of stress: the rise of unsettling clowns wielding knives. It’s been a bizarre few weeks, filled with reports of these creepy figures, and frankly, we’re done with it. Clowns have officially secured their place as our adversaries, and while we need…
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Your Baby’s Expected Arrival Date is October 9
At home insemination Join Us | Log Out Family Planning Conceiving Pregnancy First Year Toddler Family Dynamics Baby Names Registry Baby Products Community Groups Latest News & Topics Fertility Ovulation Preparing for Pregnancy Preconception Health Infertility Essential Reading What is Implantation Bleeding and When Does it Happen? Implantation bleeding may resemble menstrual bleeding, but it…
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Virtual Baby Shower Ideas and Planning Tips
At home insemination If you’re looking to host a virtual baby shower, whether to connect with loved ones from afar or due to health considerations, there are numerous ways to make the occasion special. Here’s how to plan an engaging online celebration that mirrors the joy of an in-person gathering. What is a Virtual Baby…
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How to Calm a Sensitive Baby
At home insemination Are loud noises, bright lights, or certain textures causing your little one to cry? If your baby seems more sensitive than others, here are some strategies to help keep her feeling calm and secure. Understanding Sensitivities Many parents envision a serene baby who smiles and coos, only crying when truly necessary. However,…
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Five Reasons Parenting Was Simpler in 1984
At home insemination Parenting today presents a myriad of complexities that often leave us feeling overwhelmed. As I navigate the challenges of raising my soon-to-be five-year-old, I can’t help but reflect on my own childhood in 1984, a time that seemed far less complicated for mothers like mine. While motherhood has never been a walk…
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Keep Your Germs Away from Newborns!
At home insemination When my children were little, I wasn’t the type of parent who bathed them daily, and if the weather was mild, I’d often skip their newborn hats—yes, I know that’s frowned upon! Occasionally, their nails would get long enough to leave scratches on their tiny faces, and I didn’t always manage to…
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The Moments You’ll Cherish Most
At home insemination Updated: May 6, 2016Originally Published: November 11, 2015 A weary new mom wanders through the aisles of Target, her hair thrown into a messy bun and her eyes heavy from sleepless nights. She pauses to admire a chic dress on a discount rack, contemplating whether the flowy fabric could hide her postpartum…
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Understanding Strawberry Hemangiomas: Appearance, Causes, and Implications in Infants
At home insemination If you notice a birthmark on your baby’s skin that resembles a strawberry, you might feel a bit alarmed. However, there’s no need to worry. Strawberry hemangiomas, also known as infantile hemangiomas, are actually quite common and typically harmless. These benign growths consist of extra blood vessels located just beneath the skin…