Tag: identity
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The Impact of Sperm Donor Type on Donor-Conceived Siblings: Considerations for the Future
Blog Post: When it comes to creating a family, there are many different paths that people can take. In recent years, the use of sperm donors has become a common option for couples and individuals who are unable to conceive naturally. However, while the focus is often on the recipient and their journey, there is…
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The Impact of Artificial Insemination on the Emotional Well-Being of Children
Blog Post: Artificial insemination, also known as assisted reproductive technology (ART), has become a popular option for couples struggling with fertility issues. This process involves the collection of sperm from a male donor and the placement of it into a woman’s uterus to fertilize an egg. While this method has been successful in helping many…
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The Impact of Insemination on Parent-Child Bonding
Blog Post: The bond between a parent and child is one of the strongest and most important relationships in a person’s life. It is formed through a combination of genetics, shared experiences, and emotional connections. However, with the advancements in reproductive technology, the traditional methods of conceiving a child have expanded to include insemination. This…
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Now That I’m a Mom, Will I Ever Reconnect With ‘Me’ Again?
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom of young children, my outings are often a whirlwind of negotiations and compromises, ensuring we can complete our errands without meltdowns or accidents. While I miss my kids during these solitary outings, it’s not enough to keep me home. Sure, I don’t miss the screaming or tantrums, but there’s…
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Navigating the Transition from Babyhood: A New Chapter in Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast My once-tiny, wailing infant — the cheerful little one who always reached for me with his pudgy hands and toothless grin — is now three and a half years old. That’s right, three and a half, a precise age that demands attention as they grow rapidly and absorb the world around them.…
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In Support of Keeping Your Last Name
Get Pregnant Fast By: Amanda Thompson Updated: June 30, 2021 Originally Published: May 18, 2017 There was never a profound reason behind my decision to retain my maiden name after marriage. It simply felt like an unnecessary complication in the merging of our distinct lives. Let me clarify: my choice to keep my name wasn’t…
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My Journey as an Arab-American: Navigating Prejudice in a Complex World
Get Pregnant Fast As an Arab-American, confronting prejudice is a continuous challenge that shapes my identity. My experiences are not the grand tales of discrimination often highlighted; rather, they are the subtle reminders that biases persist in our society. I am an American citizen, predominantly raised in the heart of the United States, born to…
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Should We Allow Our Daughters to Join Cheerleading Squads?
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I overheard a girl remark, “My mom said I could participate in any sport except cheerleading because it’s just about cheering for the boys.” As a feminist, I understood her perspective, but as someone who once donned a cheerleader’s uniform, I found myself conflicted. This led me to reflect on whether…