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Category: Trying-To-Conceive
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9 Actions Your Partner Undertakes That Should Be Appealing but Aren’t
home insemination Kit When we enter into marriage, it’s usually because of love and attraction. While there are moments when your partner is undeniably charming, there are also instances when they may unintentionally become less appealing. Whether it’s due to their choice of attire or certain behaviors, here are nine common actions that might miss…
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Raw In-Hospital Self-Portraits Capture the Reality of Depression
home insemination Kit Photographer opens up about her mental health journey through a striking photo series. At just 21, Mia Thompson faced her demons head-on after a suicide attempt, leading her to a psychiatric hospital in the Netherlands. Instead of hiding her struggles with depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, she chose to document her experiences…
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Navigating My Son’s Journey Through Heartbreak
home insemination Kit I often find myself pondering the enigmatic nature of memory, particularly how the tiniest, most mundane moments can stick with us the longest. Yet, every so often, an experience stands out in vivid clarity as it unfolds. One such experience was during my son Jake’s championship hockey finals. His team had made…
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Pool Safety for Kids: Lifeguard Insights to Keep Your Little Swimmers Safe
home insemination Kit What can a lifeguard teach you about ensuring your kids are safe at the pool? I turned to my friend, Jake, who has spent over five years as a community pool lifeguard, and who experienced a “save” last summer—it’s lifeguard lingo for a life-saving rescue. On a sweltering 90-degree day, amidst the…
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The Velveteen Parent: Embracing Transformation in Parenthood
home insemination Kit As I navigate life with my older children, I often find myself in awe of how they’ve transformed from tiny beings into young adults, complete with long limbs and deepening wisdom. My friends and I share this wonder, recalling the days when they were merely cooing infants with chubby thighs and fine…
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I Can’t Stand School: Here’s Why Summer’s My Favorite Season
home insemination Kit As summer draws near, my excitement is off the charts—I might even dislike school more than my kids do! I’m counting down the days until the last week, the final day, and that glorious last hour of the school year. Honestly, the only redeeming quality of school is that someone else is…
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5 Things I’m Loving About My Late 30s
home insemination Kit You know, reaching your late 30s brings a surprising clarity. After decades of ups and downs, I’ve discovered that all those challenges—like the time I navigated through a divorce or battled panic attacks—have actually shaped me into someone who knows how to handle life’s curveballs. With two pregnancies, a miscarriage, and the…
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10 Habits I Gave Up to Enhance My Life
home insemination Kit Sometimes, the simplest way to find peace is to imagine escaping to a remote island without telling a soul. But let’s be honest, kids have a unique talent for tracking down their parents, much like a built-in GPS for lost toys. It’s not particularly useful for locating missing shoes or stuffed animals,…
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I’m Not a Bad Mom Just Because I Don’t Make Bathtime a Blast
home insemination Kit So, the other day I was scrolling through some blogs and stumbled upon a bunch of posts dedicated to turning bathtime into a wild adventure. Seriously, there are parents out there who transform the tub into a playground. I just can’t wrap my head around it. Honestly, bathtime is my least favorite…
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What My 5-Year-Old Taught Me About Fear and Courage
home insemination Kit As a parent, one of the biggest hurdles I face is remembering to take a step back and appreciate the small moments with my kids. I’m far from perfect, but I value the lessons my children teach me—both the ups and the downs. Recently, I was chatting with my 5-year-old, Max, about…