Category: Preparing for birth
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Creative Mom Transforms Her Son’s Wheelchair Into Epic Halloween Costumes
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Kangaroo Care Initiated Immediately After Birth Can Be Lifesaving
artificial insemination syringe Eleven years ago, I welcomed a tiny baby girl who weighed just two pounds. Born nine weeks premature and in critical condition, I wasn’t able to hold her right away. While the NICU team was eager to get her into my arms for kangaroo care, they adhered to the World Health Organization…
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Uvalde Parents and a Survivor Urge Congress for Gun Control
artificial insemination syringe In a powerful testimony before Congress, parents and a surviving child from Uvalde shared their harrowing experiences in hopes of prompting action on gun control. “I don’t want it to happen again,” expressed 4th-grader Mia Alvarez, a survivor of the tragic shooting. Children and parents often exhibit extraordinary bravery in their efforts…
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A Moment on the Table Made Me Certain: One Child Is Enough
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36 Indicators You Belong to a Large Family
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Fitness Blogger Criticized Over Absurd Reason
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A Trip Down Memory Lane: The ’80s Mall Experience
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CBS is Completely Revamping ‘The Activist’ After Major Criticism
artificial insemination syringe In a surprising turn of events, CBS has decided to completely overhaul its controversial show, The Activist, transforming it from a reality competition into a standalone documentary special. Originally announced as a series where internet-famous activists would compete in various challenges, the show faced overwhelming backlash for its premise and the celebrity…
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The Seven Challenges of American Parenting
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11 Topics Sure to Spark Mommy Conflicts
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