Category: Preparing for birth
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10 Careers for Which I Am Overqualified After Being a Stay-at-Home Parent
CIA Operative: With a keen sense of discretion and a knack for handling sensitive information, I excel at operating under the radar. “Covert” might as well be my middle name. I can stealthily maneuver out of a room without disturbing a sleeping child. My ability to crack codes, such as your iPhone password, is unparalleled.…
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17 Social Media Pitfalls to Avoid
home insemination kit In today’s digital age, social media can often lead us to act without restraint, similar to the effects of alcohol. It can embolden us to share moments we’d typically keep private. However, it’s essential to approach these platforms with caution and common sense. Here are 17 actions to steer clear of on…
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How to Ease Period Cramps: Your Go-To Guide
Get Pregnant Fast Every month, without fail, Mother Nature delivers a harsh reminder of our biology in the form of menstrual cramps. These cramps can range from a mild annoyance to an excruciating pain that makes daily activities feel impossible. If you’ve ever wished you could just remove your uterus and toss it away, you’re…
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Navigating the Postpartum Reality: A Guide for New Moms
home insemination kit In the journey of motherhood, understanding the postpartum experience is crucial. This is not the sanitized version of childbirth that well-meaning friends might offer, nor is it the clinical overview found in pregnancy guides. Instead, we delve into the unfiltered truths shared by new mothers about what happens after you’ve just brought…
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Millie Bobby Brown Sends Heartfelt Support to Boy After His ‘Stranger Things’ Birthday Party Gets Cancelled
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching display of kindness, actress Millie Bobby Brown reached out to console a young boy whose highly-anticipated Stranger Things birthday bash fell flat when none of his friends showed up. The story, which has the potential to break your heart and then stitch it back together, highlights the importance of…
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Reflecting on Tattoos as a Parent: A Personal Journey
home insemination kit Two years ago, while giving my 7-year-old son, Jamie, a haircut in our master bathroom, he asked, “Do tattoos hurt?” I was casually dressed in gym shorts, and Jamie sat on a stool, curious and attentive. This was the first time he had ever questioned me about my tattoos. I have three…
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You Say ‘Mommy Discourse,’ I Say ‘Constructive Discussion’
home insemination kit When you become a parent, it’s likely you’ve navigated disagreements with other mothers at some point. This is often labeled as the so-called ‘mommy wars.’ The moment a woman expresses an opinion on parenting, she may be accused of igniting this imaginary conflict. Society seems to expect that mothers should always align…
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$100 Million Initiative to Launch Educational Programming for Refugee Kids Inspired by ‘Sesame Street’
Get Pregnant Fast In a groundbreaking effort to support refugee children, a generous $100 million grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation will enable the creation of specialized educational programming akin to ‘Sesame Street’ for displaced youth. This initiative aims to address the psychological challenges and toxic stress faced by children from…
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10 Compelling Reasons to Connect with Your Neighbors
home insemination kit In a recent move to a new neighborhood, our family quickly got to know nearly everyone on our street. This contrasts sharply with our previous home, where we only knew one neighbor. After their departure, we never connected with the new residents, and regrettably, their names are lost to memory. Reflecting on…