Category: TTC

  • Dear Mia,

    home insemination kit Congratulations on becoming a mother! It’s truly a remarkable milestone, isn’t it? The arrival of your little one is an incredible event, and I’m eagerly looking forward to hearing all about it—hopefully tuning in to see every precious moment on your show! You must be feeling an overwhelming surge of love and…

  • Reflections on Ending a Marriage

    home insemination kit Standing in the doorway of our family room after settling the kids into bed, I approached my husband, “Do you have a moment to talk?” My heart raced, but I kept that to myself. Recently, friends of ours had announced their divorce after 14 years of marriage, prompting me to reflect on…

  • Three Valuable Lessons I Wish My Teenagers Learned from Their Grandfather

    home insemination kit Recently, I found myself reflecting on the lessons my children might have gleaned from their grandfather, especially during a moment filled with nostalgia. It was a rainy evening, but the downpour was nothing compared to the storm of emotions I felt as I stood outside my daughter’s school. Rather than hurrying in…

  • Mastering the Skill of Collecting Urine Samples During Pregnancy

    home insemination kit Pregnancy can be a thrilling yet challenging time, especially when it comes to routine doctor visits that often require urine samples. For expectant mothers, the task of peeing into a small cup post-36 weeks can feel like an Olympic sport. It takes an incredible amount of skill and patience to navigate this…

  • 15 Unique Tasks Only Moms Excel At

    home insemination kit As a mother, I find myself embodying a unique set of skills that seem to be exclusive to me within my household. Here are 15 tasks that I appear to be the sole expert in: Replacing the Toilet Paper Roll: It seems my family has yet to grasp the simple mechanics of…

  • Why I’m Choosing Not to Enroll My Son in Preschool

    home insemination kit “Has he started school yet?” This question has been a constant since my son, now 2, began walking. It comes from all corners: fellow parents at the playground, curious caregivers, and family members I rarely see. What is it about preschool that fascinates so many people? I don’t hold a strong opinion…

  • 30 Consequences of a Parent Falling Ill

    home insemination kit Every parent has faced the challenging scenario of being unwell while caring for children. A simple cold quickly escalates into a battle for survival against the demands of daily parenting. It seems that your illness strikes at the most inopportune moments, such as when your little one decides it’s the perfect time…

  • 10 Benefits of Raising Three Children

    home insemination kit Having three children can be a rewarding experience that transcends the challenges of parenting. While I once aimed for perfection with my first child, the journey with three has transformed my perspective in immeasurable ways. Here are ten reasons why having three kids can be a wonderful adventure: You maximize your family…

  • How to Fry an Egg: A Step-by-Step Guide

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  • The Unvarnished Truth About Cloth Diapers

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