Category: TTC

  • What Happens When a Dad in His 40s Attempts to GOOP Like Gwyneth?

    low cost ivf What do Gwyneth Paltrow and I have in common? We both relish the delightful experience of swishing around a mouthful of hard coconut oil. Yes, you heard that right—the GOOP queen herself endorses this practice, and I’m hopping on board! Oil pulling—this trendy yet ancient method involves swishing oil in your mouth…

  • The Veil of Despair

    Menu Lifestyle The Veil of Despair by Jamie Parker low cost ivf Updated: Aug. 1, 2016 Originally Published: Aug. 8, 2014 As a writer, I strive to cover everything that crosses my mind. It’s practically my only skill. However, the irony of humor is that it can sometimes feel like a disguise, a way to…

  • 8 Wardrobe Items I Won’t Be Wearing Again

    home insemination kit Recently, while organizing my daughter’s room, I found myself reflecting on the excessive clutter in my own closet. Armed with a garbage bag, I embarked on a mission to reclaim my space. What I discovered was quite shocking—items like leopard-print tops and faux leather pants that had long been forgotten. Below are…

  • 5 Essential Actions to Take Before Welcoming My Second Child

    home insemination kit Transitioning from being a parent to one child to having two can be daunting. As I prepare for the arrival of my daughter, I’m filled with excitement, but I also feel a bit anxious about the changes ahead for my 7-year-old son, Max, and my husband, Jake. We have enjoyed seven wonderful…

  • 45 is the New 46: A Reflection on Age and Motherhood

    low cost ivf As I navigate my way out of the classroom, I silently hope no one asks me how old I am. Everyone else seems to be younger than me, and while I would never lie about my age, I don’t feel the need to bring it up either. But there it is—my daughter…

  • School Lockdown Drills and My Autistic Son

    low cost ivf Every month, I receive a text from my son’s school notifying me that they’ve conducted their routine lockdown drill. The message reassures me that it’s just a practice, and there’s no need for alarm. But honestly, I can’t help but feel uneasy. It’s a stark reminder of how deeply autism influences my…

  • Were Our Parents Just Pretending?

    Parenting low cost ivf Updated: June 18, 2014 Originally Published: Feb. 21, 2011 When my partner agreed to embark on the journey of parenthood with me, I was taken aback. Perhaps I should have anticipated this, considering we had chosen a girl’s name just four months into our relationship. That name? Mia, inspired by Uma…

  • A Mother’s Complaint About a Swim Instructor Raises Questions on Body Image

    home insemination kit A mother recently voiced her concerns regarding her daughter’s male swim instructor, prompting a rather unusual complaint. In a letter addressed to the local Parks and Recreation Department, she expressed discomfort about the instructor’s exposed chest, describing it as “flopping” and raising concerns about her daughter being in close proximity to what…

  • The Most Challenging Inquiry: Navigating Grief in Parenting

    home insemination kit As a parent who has experienced profound loss, the question “How many children do you have?” feels innocuous to many, akin to casual inquiries about someone’s job or hometown. However, for me, this question sends a shiver down my spine and often leaves me at a loss for words. Should I share…

  • The Ideal Mom: A Day in the Life

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