Category: NICU

  • The Financial Burden of Fertility Treatments in the UK

    Get Pregnant Fast Fertility patients across the United Kingdom are grappling with the financial burden of maintaining stored embryos during the ongoing cost of living crisis. As many individuals and couples seek fertility treatments, the associated costs of storing embryos can become an overwhelming concern. Personal Stories of Struggle Amelia Johnson, a 32-year-old fertility patient…

  • 5 Strategies for Cultivating Patience in Children

    home insemination Kit Patience is a skill that many individuals struggle to develop, and this is particularly true for children. While some kids display a natural ability to wait calmly, others find it challenging to manage their impatience during stressful situations. Understanding your child’s temperament and identifying specific triggers for impatience can set the foundation…

  • Why I Chose to Opt My Son Out of Standardized Testing

    home insemination Kit So, here’s the deal. When the standardized testing season rolled around, it sparked quite a debate in our community. With nearly 15 percent of parents opting out, it was clear there were a lot of differing opinions on the effectiveness of these tests and how to approach them. Ultimately, we decided that…

  • The Money Dilemma: A Personal Reflection on Finances

    home insemination Kit Updated: Aug. 19, 2020 Originally Published: Oct. 18, 2014 I’ve come to realize that I’m not cut out for the capitalist lifestyle. Sure, I appreciate money like anyone else, especially when I’m staring down a mountain of student loans. But the relentless chase for profit, savings, and investments? It just doesn’t excite…

  • The Benefits of Parenting an Autistic Teenager

    home insemination Kit Parenting an autistic teenager can be uniquely rewarding, offering experiences that differ significantly from those typically associated with teenage years. As a mother to an autistic teen, I’ve come to appreciate these advantages over the years. Concert-Free Zone: My daughter, Emily, has little to no interest in mainstream pop culture. This means…

  • Our Family is Complete… For Now

    home insemination Kit Updated: Aug. 21, 2015 Originally Published: June 13, 2012 This week has been particularly challenging; my son has completely stopped sleeping. As a result, I am exhausted. After a sleepless night, I thought it would be a good idea to take my two boys to Target after their “nap” (a term I…

  • We Should Rethink Calling Motherhood a ‘Job’

    home insemination Kit What do women do? A lot of them are mothers, and let’s face it—being a mom is one of the most significant roles out there. But women also have other important roles and can excel in just about any field. Imagine if a lesson about Presidents started like this: What did George…

  • The Motivation Behind My Parenting Choices

    home insemination Kit In 1988, at the age of nine, I found myself captivated by the nurturing presence of my mother as she gracefully managed her responsibilities. At that time, I envisioned a future where I would have children of my own, complete with a charming nursery decorated in a Laura Ashley theme. I imagined…

  • Navigating the Challenges of Saying No to Children

    home insemination Kit As a parent, setting boundaries can be one of the most challenging aspects of raising children. Recently, during an outing at the playground, I found myself at the receiving end of my daughter’s frustration. “Can you please just stop saying no?” she pleaded, her exasperation palpable. My response? A careful, “Um… no.”…

  • Community Support Shines in Lily Thompson’s Special Night

    home insemination Kit In a touching display of community support, officers rallied to bring joy to an eight-year-old girl named Lily Thompson, who lost her father, a police officer, while on duty back in 2011. Recently, Lily’s school hosted a father/daughter dance, and her dad’s former colleagues stepped in to ensure she wouldn’t miss out…