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How to Shield Your Baby From Measles During Outbreaks
Read more If you’ve noticed the alarming headlines about measles outbreaks popping up across the U.S. and beyond, you’re not alone. Although health officials declared measles “eliminated” in the U.S. years ago, this highly contagious virus can still find its way here through unvaccinated individuals and travelers bringing it from other countries. This is particularly…
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The Realities of Marriage and Parenting: A Comprehensive Overview
home insemination kit By: Sarah Martin Immediately following our wedding ceremony, I turned to my spouse, Jake, and said, “Let’s start a family.” Within a short span, we welcomed three children into our lives, profoundly altering the dynamics of our household. The experience of being married with children introduces a myriad of changes, many of…
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Understanding the Dynamics of Dating a Younger Partner
home insemination kit Navigating a relationship with a younger partner often reveals an intriguing generational divide. In my case, the age difference is just four years, placing me in Generation X and my partner, Ryan, in Generation Y—a distinction he vehemently disputes. This divide often comes down to one pivotal question: When did you first…
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To the Parents Whose Child Brought Tears to My Eyes at the Movie Theater
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America in 2017: An 8-Year-Old Hanged for His Skin Color – This Could Have Been My Son
Get Pregnant Fast This week, an 8-year-old biracial boy in Claremont, New Hampshire, was subjected to a horrific act: he was hanged by a group of white teenagers. In America. In 2017. Fortunately, he survived. Thank goodness. As a mother of a biracial son, this incident has shaken me to my very core. That innocent…
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I Will Not Surrender My Widow Membership Card
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Holiday Survival Guide for Single Moms
Get Pregnant Fast The holiday season can evoke a mix of emotions, especially for single moms navigating their first festive period post-separation. For many, this time of year is filled with joy and celebration, but for newly single mothers, it can feel like a daunting challenge—akin to accidentally trimming your eyebrows too short. At least…
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Florida Lawmakers Approve Bill to Arm Teachers: What’s Going On?
Get Pregnant Fast In a controversial move, Florida lawmakers have voted to arm teachers, igniting fierce debates across the state. The $67 million bill aims to train educators to serve as armed “school marshals,” even as many in the Parkland community, including officials from Stoneman Douglas High School, strongly oppose the legislation. The Florida House…
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8 Timeless Movie Soundtracks from the ’80s That We Cherish
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Mothering Children in the Digital Age
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