Category: TTC

  • The Ideal Mom: A Day in the Life

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  • Motherhood: A Multifaceted Journey

    home insemination kit Motherhood encompasses the profound ability to nurture and love a child. My approach involves adaptive parenting, uniquely tailored to each child, ensuring they feel cherished for their individual selves. Currently, I’m navigating the complexities of raising two teenage boys who, despite towering over me, will always be my little ones. In their…

  • The Mom Bod: An Embrace of Beauty

    low cost ivf Recently, I shared a selfie on my blog page while taking my kids to the pool, captioning it, “On our way to the pool! Fingers crossed this dad bod trend is still going strong because I’m going topless.” If you haven’t heard, the term “Dad Bod” gained popularity when a Clemson University…

  • Embracing My Colorful Language: A Personal Reflection on Swearing

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  • The $200,000+ Rainbow Loom Dress: A Creative Parenting Triumph

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  • Caring for Aging Parents as an Only Child: A Guide

    home insemination kit As an only child, the responsibility of caring for aging parents can feel overwhelming. Recently, my father, Matthew, and I had to navigate a particularly challenging situation when my mother, Linda, spent three weeks in a rehabilitation facility following an injury. The facility resembled a stark concrete structure, reminiscent of military barracks.…

  • What I Want to Communicate to My Son’s Sixth Grade Teachers During Teacher Appreciation Week

    home insemination kit As a mother, sending my eldest child to middle school last fall felt like an overwhelming challenge. While many might say that children navigate sixth grade just fine, I can’t help but feel a sense of anxiety. Since his birth, the thought of him entering middle school has been daunting, and I…

  • The Top 15 Insights from Our RV Rental Experience

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  • When Love Isn’t Enough: What to Communicate if Your Child Identifies as LGBTQ+

    home insemination kit Navigating the complexities of parenthood often involves uncomfortable conversations. My journey began unexpectedly when I had to discuss sex with my then 8-year-old one Saturday morning. Since that day, I’ve aimed to prepare for similar discussions, envisioning various scenarios: the second Sex Talk, the Bullying Intervention, the Hygiene Reminder, and the Alcohol…

  • Navigating the Complexity of Body Image: A Personal Journey

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