Category: TTC

  • Navigating the Santa Claus Conversation: A Guide for Parents

    home insemination kit Engaging in frank discussions about life’s complexities can be daunting for parents. If you think the “birds and bees” conversation is tough, just wait until you face the inevitable Santa Claus dialogue. One moment, you’re relaxing with your child during a holiday sitcom, and the next, you’re confronted with a question that…

  • To My Friend Facing Cancer: A Heartfelt Letter

    home insemination kit A little over a year ago, you received the life-altering diagnosis of breast cancer. Although it may sound clichéd, there really is no better way to express the profound impact this has had on your life and the lives of those who care about you. I must apologize for the delay in…

  • Finding a Babysitter: A Parent’s Guide

    low cost ivf You’re itching to escape the house, but your little ones need a babysitter, and you’re clueless about what childcare options are available nearby. Where do you begin? Securing a reliable babysitter can be quite the task! First, you need to FIND someone who is actually available when you need them, and then…

  • 10 Excuses Moms Make to Justify Their Child’s Behavior

    low cost ivf Parenting can be an overwhelming journey. From the challenges of pregnancy—like morning sickness, weight gain, and the delivery itself—to the ongoing demands of caring for a child, it’s a whirlwind of responsibilities. Once that little one arrives, it feels like you need a whole extra set of arms just to keep everything…

  • You Became a Parent, Not a Robot: Navigating the Realities of Parenthood

    home insemination kit Updated: August 21, 2015 Originally Published: May 7, 2012 Upon giving birth, it would be ideal if a whimsical figure appeared, presenting a beautifully wrapped box labeled “patience” with a gentle reminder: “Here’s what you’ll need to manage this new chapter in your life. Best of luck.” Unfortunately, such magic does not…

  • A Letter to My Soon-to-Be College Freshman Niece

    low cost ivf Hey there, sweetheart. First off, I want to say I love you. That’s the most crucial thing to get out of the way. Because I care about you, there are some thoughts I feel compelled to share as you embark on this exciting new chapter of your life. While I don’t pretend…

  • Navigating Life Outside the ‘Cool Mom’ Circle

    home insemination kit Dear Fellow Moms Who Feel Out of Place, To all the moms who find themselves at school drop-off feeling like they’ve stepped into a surreal high school experience — but this time, the popular crowd consists of moms in trendy athleisure and witty T-shirts. Do you also gaze in admiration at these…

  • I’m 40 and I’ve Never Been Happier

    low cost ivf Updated: July 1, 2016 Originally Published: June 26, 2015 “Probably the happiest period in life most frequently is in middle age, when the eager passions of youth are cooled, and the infirmities of age not yet begun; as we see that the shadows, which are at morning and evening so large, almost…

  • No, I Can’t Enjoy Every Moment

    home insemination kit As we navigate through public spaces like grocery stores, checkout lines, libraries, or even just walking down the street, we often encounter well-meaning strangers. Their eyes brim with compassion, and we can anticipate their words: “Cherish these moments… they pass so swiftly.” The truth is, I do appreciate these moments. I savor…

  • 18-Year-Old Finds His ‘Forever Family’ After 13 Years in Foster Care

    Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming tale of resilience and love, 18-year-old Jake Thompson has recently been adopted by his foster parents, Mark and Sarah Thompson, bringing a joyful conclusion to his 13-year journey through the foster care system. This story is bound to tug at your heartstrings. Jake’s journey began when he was just…