Category: TTC

  • Is Excess Homework Truly the Issue?

    low cost ivf Back in the 1980s, when I attended elementary school, homework was a regular part of our routine. Many of my fellow Generation X peers share similar memories—typically a few worksheets, some spelling exercises, or a bit of nightly reading. Our household rule was clear: no playtime until homework was completed. Lately, the…

  • On the Other Side of Babies

    low cost ivf Updated: June 25, 2016 Originally Published: September 27, 2010 Beyond the realm of babyhood lies a world filled with lanky legs emerging from shorts and insatiable appetites that seem to stretch the limits of any mealtime. It’s a journey marked by the growing pains of parenting—literally—with bones aching as bodies expand to…

  • A Reflection of My Mother’s Life in My Own

    home insemination kit I recall the scent of smoke wafting through our living room. My father lounged on the emerald green sofa, a cigarette smoldering in the ashtray beside a glass of Scotch. His attention was divided between the sports section of the newspaper and the evening news. My mother would often enter the room,…

  • How My Mother-in-Law Drove Me to the Brink of Insanity

    low cost ivf I once found myself spiraling into madness over a collection of ramekins. But this tale isn’t merely about kitchenware or my peculiar fondness for things that don’t breathe. It’s a narrative about the pressures of family dynamics, judgment, and the complexities of marriage—specifically, my in-laws. From the start, I realized that to…

  • Thanksgiving Cooking: A Recipe for Chaos and Wine

    low cost ivf Let’s be honest: my husband is an absolute nightmare behind the wheel. He’s the kind of driver who gets distracted by every little thing. One minute he’s admiring a rare bird, and the next he’s fumbling with the radio, all while I’m in the passenger seat using my “Nagging Wife Voice” to…

  • The Journey of a Mom’s Romantic Life (As Reflected in Her Underwear Drawer)

    low cost ivf “I can’t believe I gave my underwear to a nerd.” ~Inspired by a classic film Note: I will refrain from using the term “underwear” in this piece, because let’s be honest, that’s just too weird. According to some random Internet source, the average woman possesses 21 pairs of undergarments. However, I suspect…

  • Navigating Food Intolerances in Children: A Parent’s Perspective

    home insemination kit As a parent, it can be challenging to navigate the dietary restrictions that come with food intolerances. In a recent outing, I encountered a well-meaning vendor offering candy, the very temptation my children cannot indulge in. “We have something else here,” she cheerfully announced, revealing a bowl filled with Hershey’s miniatures. I…

  • Overcoming Barriers: A Man’s Quest to Explore the World with the Help of His Friends

    home insemination kit In a remarkable display of friendship and ingenuity, a group of friends helped their companion, Alex Turner, fulfill his dream of backpacking across Europe. Despite being confined to a wheelchair due to a debilitating condition, Alex was able to experience the beauty of the continent thanks to his dedicated friends, who carried…

  • 15 Qualities Needed to Be My Sister Wife

    low cost ivf I’ve come to the conclusion that having a sister wife could be one of the best things ever. Just imagine having a girlfriend living with us, helping out with daily chores, cooking, and even remembering what our husband said during that last disagreement so we can both keep him in check. Sounds…

  • Father-Daughter Bonding: A Heartwarming Story of a Doll on the Road

    home insemination kit When a nine-year-old hands over her cherished doll and requests that you look after it, what’s a responsible parent to do? The answer is simple: take that doll along on your workday. Life at that age can be quite demanding, and sometimes, a doll just needs some extra attention while the child…