Category: Fertility
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Social Isolation Has Made Me My Tween Son’s Best Buddy — And I’m Loving It
At home insemination I’m the type of person who thrives on a busy schedule. I love juggling tasks, organizing my time, and keeping a full calendar. However, these days, my calendar is about as empty as it can be, with just an eye exam on June 4th that has already been pushed back twice. Instead…
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Insights From Five Weeks of Quarantine (And Still Counting)
At home insemination As we approach week six of our family lockdown, I find myself reflecting on this journey. While family and friends in New York are just starting their quarantined lives, we’re entrenched in a strict government lockdown here in Italy. The measures are more stringent than ever, and they are warranted. Gone are…
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Easing Your Toddler’s Separation Anxiety: Understanding and Tips
At home insemination You may have heard of the “terrible twos,” but the reality is that separation anxiety can make the toddler years even more challenging. While your little one is busy taking their first steps and exploring their independence, they may still struggle with being apart from you. Even after a brief separation, like…
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SNL’s Unseen ‘Tampax Secrets’ Skit Highlights the Ridiculousness of Concealing Menstrual Products
At home insemination If you’ve ever experienced menstruation, you will definitely relate to this SNL sketch. Even as recently as 2019, there remains a pervasive stigma surrounding periods that compels many to conceal their menstrual cycles. Just think about how many of us have awkwardly crumpled a pad or clutched a tampon in our fists…
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12 Empowering Divorce Party Ideas to Celebrate Your New Beginning
Welcome to New Beginnings! at home insemination kit Bookmark These Creative Divorce Party Ideas to Kick Off Your Next Chapter As we look forward to 2024, divorce parties are emerging as a popular trend. Written by Jenna Parker, Updated: Feb. 20, 2024 Planning a celebration after a divorce might not initially cross your mind. However,…
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A New Children’s Book Featuring the Golden Girls Is Up for Preorder!
at home insemination kit Exciting news for fans of the iconic “Golden Girls” series! A delightful children’s book titled “Goodnight Girls,” showcasing Dorothy, Blanche, Rose, and Sophia at a whimsical sleepover, is now available for preorder on Amazon. Since the passing of Betty White earlier this year, many of us have found comfort in revisiting…
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Netflix’s ‘Love Is Blind’ Finale: A Rollercoaster of Emotion, Tension, and Juicy Revelations
At home insemination The highly anticipated finale of Netflix’s ‘Love Is Blind’ has come to a close, leaving viewers buzzing with excitement and speculation (sorry, Bachelor fans, this one takes the cake!). The finale was rife with sensational moments, and there’s a lot to unpack. Who tied the knot? Who hesitated? And who strolled down…
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The Emotional Burden of Helicopter Parenting on Parents
At home insemination On the first day of summer basketball camp for my 10-year-old, I found myself in an unexpected predicament when filling out the necessary forms. Among the requirements was a clause stating: “A parent or legal guardian must pick up their child every day.” Living less than a mile from the camp’s location…
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Parents Experience 221 ‘Parenting Blunders’ Annually, So You’re Not Alone
At home insemination Next time that opinionated mom in your parenting group boasts about her kids devouring their vegetables, share this enlightening statistic with her. A recent survey conducted by OnePoll, which included 2,000 parents, revealed that the average parent commits 221 “parenting blunders” each year. Yes, you read that correctly—221 mistakes. With 365 days…
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My Partner’s Short Fuse as a Parent: A Struggle I’m Learning to Navigate
At home insemination There are countless qualities I admire in my partner, Jake. He is incredibly hardworking and committed, leaving the house at the crack of dawn each day to support our family. He’s a loyal friend, honest, and has a great sense of humor that keeps both me and our kids laughing with his…