Category: TTC

  • Excerpt from ‘A Guide for Parents of LGBTQ+ Children’

    home insemination kit As you support your child through their coming-out journey, you may encounter several questions such as, “Is this a choice?”, “What will others think?”, and “Is this my fault?” While your child navigates this personal process, you will also face decisions about sharing their identity with those around you. It’s essential to…

  • Some Days as a Single Parent Feel Insurmountable

    home insemination kit There are moments when I truly question my ability to be a mother. Three years ago, I found myself a single parent after my partner walked away, leaving me to care for our children alone. However, even prior to that pivotal moment, I had been grappling with the challenges of motherhood, struggling…

  • How I Overcame My Dislike for The Beatles

    home insemination kit As a child growing up in the 70s and 80s, I held a strong aversion to The Beatles. Conversations among adults—whether it was my parents, radio hosts, or family friends—often revolved around the timeless debate: which band was superior, the wholesome Beatles or the rebellious Rolling Stones? In truth, I didn’t have…

  • Reflections of a (Not Quite Ready to Retire) Baseball Mom

    home insemination kit In our household, baseball transcends mere hobby; it embodies our lifestyle. When we pondered whether our daughter would share this enthusiasm for the sport, we recognized she was stepping up to the plate with high expectations. Born into a family with two teenage brothers who spend more time on the field than…

  • Guidance for Parents Navigating the Elementary School Years

    home insemination kit As your children grow, they reach a stage where they are more independent but still require your support. It’s essential to strike a balance between being involved in their lives and allowing them the freedom to explore on their own. Here are some practical suggestions from seasoned parents who have successfully navigated…

  • Preparing for College: Navigating Moving Out and Moving Forward

    home insemination kit This article is part of a three-part series titled “Preparing for College,” aimed at equipping your teenagers for their transition away from home. In June, we discussed essential conversations to have with your incoming freshman and what contributes to their success during their first college year. In July, we focused on dorm…

  • From National Champion Swimmer to Proud Parent at My Son’s First Swim Meet

    home insemination kit In an astonishing passage of time—seconds, minutes, and years slipping away—I transitioned from being a national champion swimmer and collegiate coach to becoming the mother of an 11-year-old on a swim team. I once dominated the clock; now, it feels as if time is racing past me. When Jacob began swim lessons…

  • The Sprint Triathlon of Motherhood: A Day in the Life of a Mom

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  • A Florida Mother Advocates for Daily Recess for Kindergartners

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  • Why I Choose Not to Share the “Stranger Danger” Social Experiment Video

    home insemination kit In recent days, my social media feeds have been inundated with a controversial video created by YouTuber Jake Rogers. This video showcases several mothers who believed they had effectively taught their children about “stranger danger,” only to be shocked when their kids willingly followed a man and his puppy without a second…