Category: DIY Insemination

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 Updated: March 12, 2021 Originally Published: May 29, 2018 As a mother of an adult child who has faced challenges with substance use disorders, I am deeply invested in advocating for addiction prevention and recovery resources. My focus now is on raising my younger children with an understanding of stress management and…

At home insemination There are days when I feel as if my weight defines me. Today is one of those days. The relentless cycle of negative thoughts wraps around me like a heavy blanket. I can feel the weight pressing down, almost suffocating. Each step I take reminds me of the uncomfortable friction between my…

At home insemination Father, Dad, Pops — however you refer to the man who has played a significant role in your upbringing or is currently guiding your children, today is dedicated to him. It’s a day to honor fathers, express our love, and share exactly why they hold such a special place in our hearts.…

At home insemination In a suburb just outside Atlanta, Georgia, the Thompson family, consisting of parents Maya and David Thompson and their children, Ava (9), Malik (6), and Jayden (5), faces the harsh realities of racism every day. I had the opportunity to speak with Maya about the challenges she encounters as a mother of…

At home insemination Imagine sipping on your favorite wine from a keg at your summer gathering! Yes, you read that right—wine kegs are now a reality, and they may just be the ideal treat for your warm-weather festivities. Forget the traditional beer kegs that typically steal the show; wine kegs are here to elevate your…

At home insemination The suggestion to practice smiling came from a friend who specializes in media training. As a marketing consultant who frequently engages in public speaking, I had largely overcome my initial anxiety. However, recent events had started to shake my confidence again. When I sought my friend’s guidance, she concluded our first session…

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 In yet another incident of censorship, Facebook has removed a birth photograph, citing violations of its nudity policies. This latest action has left photographer Sarah Thomas exasperated, and rightly so. Birth is a natural, non-sexual event, and those who follow a birth photography page are likely looking for exactly these kinds of…

At home insemination Instagram has become one of our go-to pleasures (and hey, it’s okay to admit it—we’re all friends here). Who hasn’t lost track of time scrolling through everything from adorable cats to childhood memories, or even getting outfit inspo from old flames? But every so often, you stumble upon an account that feels…