Category: TTC
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A Florida Mother Advocates for Daily Recess for Kindergartners
home insemination kit A Florida mother, Sarah Thompson, has taken a stand to ensure her kindergartner receives daily recess. Her five-year-old son, Alex, currently enjoys recess only once a week, specifically on Fridays. This recent change in policy has raised concerns among parents and educators alike. In recent years, the local school district gradually reduced…
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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…
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Sisters by Choice: A Reflection on Friendship and Family
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8 Surprising Behaviors of Children That Moms Find Endearing
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Are You a Good Mom or a Great Mom?
home insemination kit In the realm of parenting, distinguishing between being a good mom and a great mom can be a complex task. After considerable reflection, I’ve concluded that I identify with the “great mom” label. This realization didn’t come easily; it took years of experience and the arrival of four children for me to…
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Rediscovering My Value as a Mother While Raising a Child with Special Needs
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6 Insights My Sister-In-Law Has Shared About Being a Resilient Mother
home insemination kit During my pregnancy with my second child, I discovered that my sister-in-law, Clara, was also expecting her second. My daughter arrived in December, while Clara’s son, Noah, was scheduled to be born in June. On April 25, I received the news that Noah had entered the world six weeks early, raising immediate…
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What You Might Not Realize When You See Me on My Phone with My Kids
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The Trigger for Absurd Pregnancy Rumors: A Closer Look
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Postpartum Depression: A Journey Toward Healing
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