Category: TTC
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Your Baby’s Due Date is April 8
Read more Getting pregnant can be a thrilling journey, and knowing your due date is an exciting milestone. If you’re exploring options for conception, consider joining our free sperm donor matching group for support and resources. If you’re interested in at-home insemination, check out Make a Mom, which offers the only reusable option available. You…
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Parent Burnout: Recognizing the Reality and 6 Effective Strategies to Combat It
Get Pregnant Fast Do you find yourself feeling drained by the demands of parenting? Do you ever question your ability to positively influence your children? Have you fantasized about escaping, even momentarily, from the chaos of family life? Many parents encounter these feelings at various points in their parenting journey. Yet, when these emotions persist,…
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Study Reveals: Most Mom-Shaming Comes from Within the Family
Get Pregnant Fast Recent research indicates that many mothers experience the most criticism from their own family members. It seems there’s no shortage of unsolicited parenting advice, whether it stems from well-intentioned strangers, acquaintances, or social media. However, when this criticism comes from family, it can hit harder—after all, confronting family members isn’t always an…
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Why I Insisted My Child Attend Swimming Lessons Despite His Resistance
Get Pregnant Fast As I stepped out of the car, the air was filled with the sounds of children wailing, calling out, “Mommy!” I walked to the back passenger door, unbuckled my son, and planted a gentle kiss on his forehead as I lifted him from his car seat. He clutched my shirt tightly and…
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What Parents of Children with Mental Illness Contemplate After a School Shooting
Get Pregnant Fast In the wake of school shootings, a wave of fear and anxiety washes over parents of children with mental health challenges. I can no longer stay silent or avoid difficult conversations with my conservative friends and family. The reality is too overwhelming to ignore. My fear is palpable: What if my child,…
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My Desire for More Children Has Finally Ended — For Good
Get Pregnant Fast I’m a proud mother of several children and honestly, I don’t need any more. Between their endless appetites and the chaos they bring, adding another child to the mix just isn’t feasible. Yet, I’ve always been intrigued by those women who seem absolutely sure they’re finished having children. You know the ones…
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Safe vs. Unsafe Baby Sleep Environments: Your Handy Guide
Read more When it comes to getting your little one to sleep, you might find yourself trying all sorts of things—from cradling them in a rocking chair to letting them snooze in a bouncer. But just because your baby drifts off in your arms, or even in a car seat or swing, doesn’t mean those…
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Tired of Mass Shootings? Take Action Now
Get Pregnant Fast The statistics are staggering: 58 lives lost and over 500 injured in the latest tragedy. Are you fed up with the incessant cycle of mass shootings? Then it’s time to take action. Let’s get real for a moment. The responses often sound like a broken record: “Thoughts and prayers.” “Things will never…
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Four Moms Who Are Dominating the Olympics
Get Pregnant Fast Being an Olympian is no small feat, but when you add motherhood into the mix, it takes on an entirely new level of challenge. These women are not just competing at the highest level in their respective sports; they’re also managing the complexities of raising children. It’s a remarkable balance that deserves…
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Can You Breastfeed with Pierced Nipples?
Read more If you’ve had your nipples pierced and are now considering breastfeeding, you might wonder if those piercings will complicate things. It’s understandable to have concerns about how your body modifications could impact nursing. The good news is that in most cases, you can absolutely breastfeed with pierced nipples! While the research is somewhat…