Category: TTC
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The Moment I Recognized My Child Is No Longer a Baby
low cost ivf In the past, I would change her diapers, and then, almost overnight, she was potty trained. I used to soothe her to sleep with a bottle each night, but now she independently fills her own glass of water and places it on her nightstand. Once, my singing was a comforting lullaby; today,…
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6 Essential Lessons for Your Tween About Navigating Mean Girls
home insemination kit As a medical professional and parent, I often reflect on the social dynamics of adolescence, especially as my own child, Mia, approaches middle school. I remember a pivotal moment in my own youth, seated in the library, engrossed in a book when a folded note landed at my feet. The note, filled…
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Your Miscarriage Is Not Your Fault
low cost ivf Parenting Your Miscarriage Is Not Your Fault by Lisa Hartman Updated: July 28, 2017 Originally Published: May 13, 2015 Just a day shy of my 12-week ultrasound, I found myself in the midst of a heavy miscarriage. I was barely three months along, and the timing felt cruel, like Mother Nature was…
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Understanding the Experience of Raising a 3-Year-Old with a Speech Delay
home insemination kit As a parent, navigating the challenges of having a 3-year-old with a speech delay can be both isolating and overwhelming. During a recent trip to the grocery store with my two children, I overheard a stranger remark, “That girl can’t talk.” My heart sank as I watched my daughter express her excitement…
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9 Steps to Building Friendships with Fellow Moms After Welcoming a Baby
home insemination kit It’s time to step out of the house, shake off the remnants of baby-related chaos, and engage with other adults. You might be wondering why you’d want to do this. The answer is simple: you need adult interaction. As your vocabulary dwindles alongside the remnants of your child’s breakfast, it’s crucial to…
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Stop Inquiring About My Plans for a Daughter
low cost ivf I’m the proud mom of two wonderful boys—two joyful, healthy, and bright little ones. Yet, it seems that on a nearly daily basis, someone feels entitled to ask me if I’m planning to try for a girl. This question is not only inconsiderate, but also presumptuous and frankly, quite hurtful. So, let’s…
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Why Am I So Irritated by the Fit Woman at the Gym?
low cost ivf As we parked at the gym, I spotted her and let out an exaggerated groan, rolling my eyes for effect. “This is why I dread coming here,” I told my partner, Mark. “I can’t stand seeing people like that.” She was far from overweight; in fact, she was the embodiment of fitness.…
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Why I Celebrate My Son’s Non-Traditional Academic Journey
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10 Reasons to Embrace the Joy of Pregnancy
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Bidding Farewell to the Sidelines: A Reflection on Parenting
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