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home insemination Kit As a professional in child development, I have never supported the “cry it out” method of sleep training. This approach does not align with my beliefs or parenting style, and while some parents advocate for it, I find it unsuitable for my family. The “cry it out” method often lacks representation in…

home insemination Kit “Hey, want to hit the beach?” “Absolutely!” “Give me a sec!” Back in the day, I’d hop into my buddy Jake’s family’s trusty Toyota Corolla. We’d pack a few Diet Pepsis, a bottle of Hawaiian Tropic oil, some Seventeen magazines, and a boom box. Prepping took no time at all—maybe ten minutes…

home insemination Kit Today marks the ninth anniversary of my marriage to Jake. In a city like LA, where relationships can feel as transient as a season of reality TV, that’s a pretty noteworthy milestone. Celebrating this kind of commitment deserves something special, but of course, we haven’t made any plans. To highlight how our…

home insemination Kit In the realm of parenting, certain comments can be particularly frustrating for parents of boys. Here are nine phrases to steer clear of, as they can perpetuate stereotypes or undermine the individuality of children. “He’s such a ladies’ man.” This phrase often surfaces when one boy is playing with multiple girls. It…

home insemination Kit The Rainbow Loom phenomenon has captured the attention of children everywhere, largely influenced by their desire to emulate the trends set by their parents. It’s fascinating to witness how quickly kids can adapt to these fads. For instance, Ethan has started his own small business on the playground, selling his vibrant creations,…

home insemination Kit If you’d been outside my house last night, you would have heard my child exclaiming that I’m “the meanest mom ever!” His dramatic protests echoed through the halls as he stomped off to his room to sulk in defeat. Why? I wouldn’t let him go swimming at the neighbor’s house. Again. With…

home insemination Kit In a remarkable demonstration of grace under pressure, a Michigan mother named Sarah Thompson recently made headlines for her unexpected act of kindness towards two women who directed hurtful comments at her. While in line at a local coffee shop with her 22-month-old daughter, Sarah overheard the women making derogatory remarks about…

home insemination Kit Once, I gifted my boyfriend a Leatherman tool for Christmas. He was a practical guy, involved in theater tech, so I thought it was a thoughtful and useful present. After all, he had mentioned wanting one after seeing a colleague’s. I felt proud of my choice, believing it was just right for…