Category: TTC

  • Parenting Insights: A Guide to Home Insemination

    home insemination kit In the realm of modern family planning, home insemination has emerged as a viable option for couples looking to conceive. This method, often referred to as intracervical insemination, allows individuals to take control of their fertility journey from the comfort of their own home. By utilizing a specially designed kit, couples can…

  • 26 Emotional Triggers Post-Baby: A Comprehensive Overview

    home insemination kit The belief that women experience heightened emotions during pregnancy and postpartum is often dismissed as a cliché. Initially, I thought that while pregnancy might affect temper and memory, the stereotypes surrounding emotional instability were oversimplified. However, after welcoming my second child, I realized I had transformed into the archetype of a postpartum…

  • What Type of Parent Are You?

    home insemination kit A few weeks back, I encountered a series of questions for an interview that required quick, instinctive responses. The initial queries flowed easily, but one particular question left me pondering: What type of parent are you? I found myself grappling with the challenge of capturing my parenting identity in just a few…

  • Regrets of My Youth: Lessons I Hope My Children Will Avoid

    home insemination kit As a young person, I was generally well-behaved, excelling academically, forming healthy friendships, and enjoying time with my family—even during those turbulent teenage years. I’ve grown into a responsible adult: a caring mother, wife, daughter, and sister, contributing positively to society. However, I must admit that during my adolescence, I made some…

  • Egg Cupcakes

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  • 8 Aspects of My Pre-Pregnancy Body I Long For

    home insemination kit Do you recall your pre-pregnancy body? The one that could endure sleepless nights and sneeze without the fear of needing a wardrobe change? I certainly do, and I find myself missing it greatly. During my pregnancy, I took meticulous care to maintain my pre-baby physique. I diligently performed pelvic exercises, applied moisturizing…

  • Navigating the Complexities of Modern Motherhood

    home insemination kit Updated: June 26, 2017 Originally Published: May 17, 2014 As a parent, I often find myself in a constant state of fluctuation when it comes to my choices. There are days when I lovingly prepare organic fruit smoothies for my son, and other days when he dines on Honey Nut Cheerios that…

  • When Your Tween’s Room Needs a Major Overhaul

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  • A Heartfelt Apology to My Children Regarding Our Divorce

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  • Navigating the Journey of Raising a Child with Special Needs

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