Category: Preparing for birth
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The Joys of Parenting: Embracing Affection Over Spoiling
low cost ivf By: Sarah Mitchell Published: October 19, 2017 During a recent birthday celebration for a friend’s daughter, I found myself in a familiar scenario. My infant son was nestled comfortably on my right hip, his preferred spot, when my energetic toddler, Max, approached and clung to my leg, his voice a sweet plea,…
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Surge in Donations for Meals on Wheels Amidst Budget Cuts
low cost ivf In recent developments, donations to the Meals on Wheels program have significantly increased following proposed budget cuts by the Republican administration. The Trump Administration’s budget plan included a proposal to eliminate federal funding for the program, prompting an outpouring of support from citizens across the nation. As reported by a recent article…
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Why I’m Not Yet Prepared for Another Child
home insemination kit Recently, a casual acquaintance inquired about when my partner and I plan to expand our family. I found myself at a loss for words. Personally, unless I share a close bond with someone, I tend to avoid probing into their family planning. Even in those cases, I prefer phrasing my questions as…
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Ladies, Inform Your Friends About the Unpleasant Realities of Postpartum Life
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Yes, I Purchased Condoms for My Son
Parenting low cost ivf Updated: August 3, 2023 Originally Published: June 18, 2015 My eldest son is now sixteen and has a girlfriend. Honestly, how did we get here? It feels like just yesterday I was bringing home a tiny newborn from the hospital. Didn’t he just spend hours glued to his favorite cartoons? Wasn’t…
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9 Iconic Music Videos from the ’90s and 2000s to Revisit
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Pink and Kelly Clarkson’s AMA Duet: A Chilling Performance
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Reflecting on 2015: Our Most Engaging Content
home insemination kit As we approach the end of the year, it’s an appropriate moment to reflect on the most engaging content from 2015. At Home Insemination Kit, our mission with every article is clear: parenting is not about perfection, so let’s embrace authenticity and keep it real. Our top posts from 2015 capture this…
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The Fragility of Childhood: A Parent’s Reflection
low cost ivf In a sterile corridor of a hospital, I found myself outside an MRI machine, grasping my son Oliver’s foot. The machine resembled a thick-walled barrel, and my 8-year-old was encased inside, wearing earplugs to muffle the cacophony of beeps and pings emanating from the machine. The doctor had explained it was a…
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My Family’s Journey with Mental Health
low cost ivf When I was around ten years old, my aunt, who was more like a big sister to me, had a mental health crisis. That evening is etched in my memory: I stood in my grandmother’s kitchen, watching her scream with her hands over her face. I remember wearing those trendy black and…