Category: TTC
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How to Determine if Your Child is Too Sick for Day Care
Read more When it comes to deciding whether to send your little one to day care while they’re feeling under the weather, it’s essential to know the signs. Many parents often wonder when to keep their children home and when it’s acceptable to let them attend. Here are some guidelines to help you navigate this…
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Your Baby’s Expected Arrival Date is May 17
Read more If you’re exploring ways to conceive, you might find it helpful to check out some resources. For those considering at-home insemination, Make a Mom offers a unique option with their reusable kit. You can learn more about their process here. And if you want to connect with others on a similar journey, don’t…
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Helping Children Understand and Cope with Death
home insemination kit Before my late mother-in-law, Margaret, passed away at the age of 72, she gathered her loved ones in her living room, wrapped in her favorite pink sweater. “This is such a gift to say goodbye to all of you,” she expressed, looking deeply into each of our eyes. At that moment, I…
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Understanding Ovarian Cancer Terminology
Read more If you’ve received a diagnosis of ovarian cancer, you might be feeling overwhelmed with medical jargon. It’s common to encounter various terms, and while you may not have the time to ask your healthcare provider for clarity, it’s essential to familiarize yourself with the language associated with your condition. Below is a compilation…
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Embryo Transfer: Understanding the Process
Read more Embryo transfer is a straightforward procedure that follows in vitro fertilization (IVF) and is often seen as the final step in the IVF journey. The primary aim of embryo transfer is to assist in conception after the fertilization process has occurred. When Does Embryo Transfer Happen? Typically, embryos are transferred to the uterus…
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The Unpleasant Physical Effects of Panic and Anxiety Disorders
Get Pregnant Fast Last week, I found myself in a triggering situation. A disagreement with a relative over the phone and via email ignited a familiar spiral of anxiety that I had thought I had largely overcome. As someone who has dealt with anxiety for most of my life, I had recently been managing it…
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10 Instances Where Children Naturally Interfere with Adult Activities
home insemination kit Children possess an almost supernatural ability to detect when their parents are engaged in activities that do not include them. This phenomenon often seems driven by an innate fear of missing out (FOMO). It’s as if they have an internal radar that alerts them whenever something is happening that they should be…
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Countdown to Bedtime: A New Parent’s Reflection
home insemination kit As a new parent, I find myself keenly aware of the passage of time—specifically, the moments leading up to bedtime. It has been ten weeks, five days, and four hours since I embarked on this journey of motherhood. I can keep track of each hour because, on many days, I sit and…
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Navigating the Parenting Paradox: The Joys and Struggles of Daycare
Get Pregnant Fast As I stood in the daycare entrance, I could see the uncertainty in my daughter Mia’s eyes as she observed her new teacher. Her expression was a mix of curiosity and hesitation, and I could feel my heart racing. My husband, Tom, tried to comfort her, guiding her around the colorful room…