Category: TTC
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Postpartum Depression (PPD) Screening Test
Read more Hey there, friends! If you’ve just welcomed a little one into your life, it’s completely normal to feel a mix of emotions. You might be over the moon about your new arrival but also feel overwhelmed, irritable, sad, or anxious—sometimes all at once! These feelings can sometimes escalate into a more serious condition…
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From a Seasoned Parent: Take Our Insights with a Grain of Salt
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother of three, with my eldest now 17 and my youngest nearing 9, I feel I’ve earned my stripes in the parenting arena. I’ve navigated the tumultuous waters of raising little ones more times than I can remember, and I bear the gray hairs and laugh lines to prove it.…
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Trump Skips White House Correspondents’ Dinner, But the Roast Goes On
Get Pregnant Fast The White House Correspondents’ Dinner is a longstanding tradition that shines a spotlight on the vital role of journalism and the reporters who cover the White House. It’s a night where politicians, lawmakers, and media professionals come together to celebrate and, occasionally, roast one another. This year’s event, however, was unlike any…
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Emotional Video Highlights the Pressure New Moms Feel to Breastfeed
Get Pregnant Fast Adjusting to life with a newborn is an overwhelming experience, filled with a whirlwind of emotions and the desire for everything to be perfect. The pressure to ensure your baby is healthy and happy can be immense, especially when it comes to breastfeeding, which is often a painful and exhausting challenge for…
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PUPPP Skin Rash During Pregnancy: Understanding, Symptoms, and Solutions
Read more If you’re dealing with an unusual rash during your pregnancy, you might be experiencing PUPPP—also known as pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy. Sometimes referred to as PEP (polymorphic eruption of pregnancy), this condition can be uncomfortable but is generally harmless for both you and your baby. What is PUPPP? PUPPP is…
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A Day in the Life of a Special Needs Mom: Navigating the Mind Maze
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of a child with special needs, my husband and I often find ourselves trying to decipher the complexities of our middle son’s unique brain. Receiving a rare medical diagnosis for our baby at just six months old was like throwing darts in the dark. The uncertainty can be overwhelming,…
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A Heartfelt Message to My Friends with Their Mothers
Get Pregnant Fast Dear friends who are fortunate enough to still have their mothers, It struck like a thief in the night—ten months from the moment she received her diagnosis to the day we said our final goodbyes. Cancer has a cruel way of stealing not just health, but also time, leaving families reeling from…
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Navigating the Santa Claus Conversation: A Guide for Parents
home insemination kit Engaging in frank discussions about life’s complexities can be daunting for parents. If you think the “birds and bees” conversation is tough, just wait until you face the inevitable Santa Claus dialogue. One moment, you’re relaxing with your child during a holiday sitcom, and the next, you’re confronted with a question that…
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You Became a Parent, Not a Robot: Navigating the Realities of Parenthood
home insemination kit Updated: August 21, 2015 Originally Published: May 7, 2012 Upon giving birth, it would be ideal if a whimsical figure appeared, presenting a beautifully wrapped box labeled “patience” with a gentle reminder: “Here’s what you’ll need to manage this new chapter in your life. Best of luck.” Unfortunately, such magic does not…
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No, I Can’t Enjoy Every Moment
home insemination kit As we navigate through public spaces like grocery stores, checkout lines, libraries, or even just walking down the street, we often encounter well-meaning strangers. Their eyes brim with compassion, and we can anticipate their words: “Cherish these moments… they pass so swiftly.” The truth is, I do appreciate these moments. I savor…