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Category: NICU
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10 Insights from My Experience with a Baby in the NICU
home insemination Kit As I dialed my OB on the Friday before Christmas, a piercing headache had me worried. The doctor advised me to head to the hospital for blood tests. Once there, I learned I was facing liver failure and needed to induce labor at just 35 weeks. With no hospital bag packed and…
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Why Meditation Might Be Daunting
home insemination Kit Meditation, particularly Vipassana, can often seem intimidating, especially for beginners. It’s a practice where you sit in stillness with your eyes closed, devoid of mantras, intricate hand positions, or the need to adhere to specific rituals. You won’t need to wear special clothing or perform any elaborate routines. After each session, there’s…
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Moms, Stop the Martyrdom — Treat Yourself!
home insemination Kit Many of us were raised by mothers who sacrificed everything for their kids. They gave up careers, shelved dreams, and even skipped meals just to ensure their little ones were fed. Through their selflessness, they taught us what love truly means. While it’s admirable when a mother prioritizes her family, it shouldn’t…
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6 Indicators That You’re Navigating Life’s “Middle” Phase
home insemination Kit It was intended to be a delightful day outdoors. I had eagerly anticipated taking my son to this park ever since spring had arrived, with its blooming flowers and warming sun. I chose a hike that was manageable, even for a 4-year-old. Sure, there were a few inclines, but nothing too challenging.…
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The Child I Could Not Adopt
home insemination Kit It was the way he spoke that struck me. The rhythm of his words, the sharpness in his voice. “Nobody loves me. Not even my mother who gave birth to me.” That phrase is peculiar, isn’t it? Not even my mother who gave birth to me. In the backseat of my car,…
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5 Ridiculous Myths About Daycare Kids
home insemination Kit After having my little one, I quickly learned that even though I had just brought a human into the world, my bills weren’t going to pay themselves. And guess what? My family members were busy with their own lives and couldn’t babysit for me all day. Enter the dreaded “Daycare Kid” phase.…
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8 Strategies for Becoming the Least Effective Parent to Your Teen
home insemination Kit 1. Show Genuine Interest in Their Lives Engage with your teen by inquiring about their friendships, their friends’ parents, and their daily experiences. Start conversations that require more than just a simple “yes” or “no.” This practice fosters communication and connection. 2. Establish Clear Boundaries Set small, yet significant boundaries, such as…
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Your Kid Missed My Kid’s Birthday Bash. Time to Settle Up!
home insemination Kit Hey there! So, let’s talk about kids’ birthday parties. It’s not like it’s your wedding day—this is all about the little ones! Remember when our parents would hire someone in a questionable clown outfit for a mere $50 to twist balloons into shapes? Those days are long gone. Nowadays, kids’ birthday bashes…
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The Final High Chair: Bidding Farewell to Babyhood
home insemination Kit I recently stumbled upon a photo of a friend’s charming little boy, beaming from his high chair as he enjoyed a meal. Food was scattered everywhere, and that joyful grin was so infectious it made my 44-year-old ovaries do a little jig. For a fleeting moment, I found myself reminiscing about those…
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How My Parents’ Divorce Inspired Me to Be a Better Parent
home insemination Kit It was family movie night, and we settled in to watch Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. We reached the scene where Harry discovers the Mirror of Erised, a magical mirror that reveals one’s deepest desires. As Harry gazes into the mirror and sees his deceased parents smiling beside him, I looked…