Category: NICU

home insemination Kit There’s nothing quite like the magic of skin-to-skin contact with a newborn, but a recent photo going viral offers a delightful twist on this heartwarming practice. The image features a young boy mirroring his father as they both share skin-to-skin moments with their premature twin siblings. Originally posted on a Swedish birthing…

home insemination Kit As children transition into their teenage years, parents often experience a shift in dynamics. We begin to see our kids evolve into more independent individuals, and it can feel like a weight lifts from our shoulders. However, this phase can also bring unexpected challenges, particularly when it comes to simple daily tasks…

home insemination Kit As I settled into bed with my three youngest children, we gathered around the iPad, eager to explore the world through maps. My husband was en route to California, a significant journey since he rarely travels for work. I opened the map of the United States, revealing the distance to his brother’s…

home insemination Kit As parents, we often find ourselves grappling with the unpredictable behavior of our children. The transition from toddlerhood to the threes can be particularly tumultuous. This phenomenon is not merely a phase; it is a developmental stage that can lead to significant behavioral changes. Consider a recent experience I had while driving…

home insemination Kit As I rested in the ICU, recovering from a harrowing experience, a nurse from the NICU stepped in with a warm smile and asked, “Have you decided on names for your little ones?” My triplets were already two days old, but until that moment, they had been referred to as “Baby A,”…

home insemination Kit In a scenario that strikes many as both ridiculous and frustrating, a middle school girl named Lily Carter found herself at the center of a dress code controversy at Brookside Middle School in Charleston, South Carolina. This week, the 12-year-old wore a school uniform shirt paired with a denim skirt—an outfit she…

home insemination Kit Cooking is often seen as a fundamental part of parenting, alongside chores like laundry and cleaning. While many parents approach these responsibilities with enthusiasm, there remains one task that can be particularly daunting: cooking for the family. Despite my best efforts to embrace it, I’ve come to the conclusion that cooking is…

home insemination Kit As my 30th birthday looms on the horizon, so does a surge of questions about kids—thanks to my family, friends, and even random strangers. Oh, and let’s not forget my mother, who’s particularly inquisitive! While my husband and I do plan to have children eventually (hence our recent home purchase), the timeline…

home insemination Kit If you’ve ever scrolled through your Facebook feed, you’ve probably noticed that your “friends” seem to be living their best lives. From flawless vacations to perfect children, it’s hard not to feel a twinge of envy. Sure, you might spot a few folks who resemble Charlie Brown, constantly missing the point, but…