Category: TTC

  • Persistent Anxieties After a Turbulent Past

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  • This Entertaining Clip of Alex Thompson Struggling to Assemble an Ikea Crib is Relatable

    home insemination kit In the realm of parenthood, the journey can often feel overwhelming and absurd, and no one encapsulates this better than Alex Thompson in a recent video. Despite his fame and wealth, the actor’s experience assembling an Ikea crib mirrors the struggles many new parents face. Shared by a popular lifestyle magazine, the…

  • My Journey to Pregnancy: A Bittersweet Announcement

    home insemination kit A few weeks ago, I shared my pregnancy news on social media, a moment filled with mixed emotions. I couldn’t shake the memories of the pain I felt when I saw others announce their pregnancies, especially since I hadn’t openly discussed my journey toward becoming a single mother by choice. My family…

  • 8 Aspects of My Pre-Pregnancy Body I Long For

    home insemination kit Do you recall your pre-pregnancy body? The one that could endure sleepless nights and sneeze without the fear of needing a wardrobe change? I certainly do, and I find myself missing it greatly. During my pregnancy, I took meticulous care to maintain my pre-baby physique. I diligently performed pelvic exercises, applied moisturizing…

  • A Personal Journey Through Involuntary Celibacy: The Quest for a One-Night Stand

    home insemination kit After more than two years of involuntary celibacy following the end of my 30-year marriage, I found myself yearning for physical intimacy. I was acutely aware that I wasn’t ready for a full-fledged relationship, which had always seemed like a prerequisite for sex. In my vulnerable state, I believed that such an…

  • Navigating the Complexities of Modern Motherhood

    home insemination kit Updated: June 26, 2017 Originally Published: May 17, 2014 As a parent, I often find myself in a constant state of fluctuation when it comes to my choices. There are days when I lovingly prepare organic fruit smoothies for my son, and other days when he dines on Honey Nut Cheerios that…

  • A Powerful Image of Military Mothers Breastfeeding

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  • When Your Tween’s Room Needs a Major Overhaul

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  • The Holiday Season Approaches… Are You Prepared to Handle It?

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  • Non-Human Characteristics My Children Exhibit After a Week Indoors

    home insemination kit Following an uncommonly frigid week of February break, my typically well-behaved children have taken on some rather peculiar traits. Here are ten non-human comparisons that encapsulate their current states after being confined to our modest living space. Lobsters: Engaging in various activities like dance games and fort-building has not alleviated their pent-up…