Category: Preparing for birth
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Fertility Clinic Incident Results in Thousands of Compromised Eggs and Embryos
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartbreaking turn of events, a significant incident at a fertility clinic in Cleveland has potentially resulted in the loss of over 2,000 frozen eggs and embryos. The University Hospitals Fertility Center has informed nearly 700 patients and their families that their cryopreserved eggs and embryos might have been damaged due…
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More Organizations Are Allowing Parents to Bring Babies to Work Daily
home insemination kit As many new parents can attest, the thought of returning to work after parental leave can be daunting. The joy of welcoming a newborn can quickly be overshadowed by the anxiety of placing them in daycare and returning to the office. This transitional period is often emotionally charged and challenging. To help…
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Lessons from My Mother
home insemination kit Updated: October 21, 2020 Originally Published: March 29, 2012 My mother recently celebrated her 80th birthday. Contrary to any preconceived notions I had about what 80 should look like, she defies those expectations. She doesn’t resemble the stereotypical image of an octogenarian, nor does she exhibit the behaviors often associated with that…
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C-Section: A Natural Birth Experience?
home insemination kit When my due date passed without a sign of labor, we explored various methods—from eating pineapple to trying acupuncture—to encourage natural progression. Two weeks later, at 42 weeks pregnant and facing minor complications, we made the decision to check into the hospital for induction. The midwife assured us that, barring the use…
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Stop Judging: SNAP Recipients Deserve the Freedom to Choose Their Own Food
Get Pregnant Fast It seems the debate around SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits is heating up again, and this time the voice of dissent comes from none other than Richard Melville Hall, better known as Moby. This six-time Grammy nominee and self-proclaimed vegan has decided to weigh in, claiming that recipients of SNAP benefits…
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Heartwarming Photo of Nurse Supporting New Mother Honors Labor Nurses Everywhere
Get Pregnant Fast The postpartum period in the hospital can often feel like a whirlwind. It’s a time filled with emotional highs and physical challenges that many of us tend to forget, perhaps as a way to shield ourselves from the tougher memories. During this vulnerable phase, mothers rely heavily on nurses for assistance in…
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My Experience with Postpartum Depression
home insemination kit “Your baby is such a sweet little angel,” a woman remarked during my first grocery store outing with my daughter. My baby, wide awake in her carrier, was indeed smiling and cooing at passersby. However, I felt an urge to correct her; my little girl was far from an angel when she…
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Selecting a Birth Control Method: A Cautionary Perspective
home insemination kit Menu Lifestyle Choosing Birth Control After Baby by Emily Carter Updated: Feb. 23, 2018 Originally Published: Feb. 23, 2015 Navigating the journey of trying to conceive can be a daunting experience, often fraught with emotional turmoil. While I have previously explored the challenges of infertility, today I want to highlight a surprising…
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Chaos Unleashed: A Disturbing Incident at Chuck E. Cheese Highlights Parental Misbehavior
home insemination kit In a recent incident that further cements Chuck E. Cheese’s reputation as a chaotic environment, a violent altercation among adults was captured on video at a Miami location. This event, reminiscent of a scene from a poorly orchestrated fight club, raises serious concerns about parental behavior in spaces designed for children. Eyewitness…
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Motherhood: An Unfiltered Look at the Challenges of Parenting
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