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I’m in My 30s and Still Waiting to Feel Like a Grown-Up
self insemination kitMy kids stare wide-eyed when I reminisce about life before the internet and the days when we were literally tethered to the wall while chatting on the phone. I pay taxes, manage a mortgage, hold down a job,…
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Teenage Girl Shot by Former Partner in Maryland High School Incident Taken Off Life Support
self insemination kitIn a tragic turn of events, 16-year-old Emily Carter, a student at Great Mills High School in Maryland, has passed away after being removed from life support. Emily was shot by her ex-boyfriend earlier this week, highlighting not…
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California Will Mandate Vaccinations for 1 Million College Students and Staff
home insemination kits with syringesIn a significant move, California’s two largest university systems—the University of California and California State University—are set to require COVID-19 vaccinations for all students and staff this upcoming fall semester. With vaccinations now accessible to individuals…
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Remembering Amanda Peterson from ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’
self insemination kitIt is with a heavy heart that I reflect on the untimely passing of Amanda Peterson, who left us far too soon at just 43 years old. While she may not have been a household name, her role…
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Just Because I’m a Dad Doesn’t Mean I’m the ‘Backup Parent’
home insemination KitLet’s be honest: navigating fatherhood can feel like a maze of confusion. When I first became a dad, I dove headfirst into parenting literature—everything from developmental milestones to the intricacies of raising children with ADHD. But here’s the…
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Three Categories of Friendships I Am Releasing
self insemination kitAs I approach the significant milestone of 30 years, I have embraced the identity of a social minimalist. My adolescent years were characterized by a handful of close friends and a tight-knit group of companions, typical of many…
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Understanding Placental Abruption During Pregnancy
At home insemination kitDuring pregnancy, routine visits to your healthcare provider are crucial, not just for the ultrasound images that capture your baby’s early moments, but also for monitoring your health and identifying potential complications. One such complication is placental…
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You Mustn’t Flush Tampons Down the Toilet — Mind Officially Blown
home insemination KitMenu Lifestyle by Lisa CarterUpdated: Dec. 10, 2020Originally Published: March 15, 2017So, guess what? You really aren’t supposed to flush tampons down the toilet. Who knew? My entire reality feels upside down right now. I just found out…
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