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  • 5 Challenges of Being a Lesbian Mother

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    home insemination kit Navigating life as a woman can be a complex endeavor filled with various challenges. From the physical realities of menstruation and hormonal fluctuations to societal expectations around appearance and behavior, women face a multitude of hurdles daily. When you add the roles of partner and parent into the mix, the complexity increases…

  • Motherhood: The Mental Maze

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    home insemination kit In my pre-motherhood life, I was confident in my intellect. Graduating from college with honors left me feeling accomplished, and I recall a time when my focus was sharp. Now, that sense of clarity feels like a distant memory. Imagine an amusement park ride named The Twirler, where you are in a…

  • Why the Holiday Season Can Be Overwhelming

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    Get Pregnant Fast As the holiday season approaches, the pressure to make it magical can feel suffocating. With just a week until Christmas, I found myself awake at 2 a.m., consumed by a list of tasks that seemed to grow by the minute. The countdown is real, and as the designated holiday cheerleader in my…

  • Friendship in the Digital Age: Is It Genuine?

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    home insemination kit The other day, I received a text from a dear friend, and the urgency in her words was unmistakable. “Can I call?” she typed. I quickly replied, “Absolutely.” When she called, her typically upbeat voice was soon replaced by tears and sorrow. My heart sank. As a mother, forming new friendships can…

  • My Marriage Feels Broken

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    home insemination kit It seems my marriage is in disrepair; the kind of disrepair that can’t simply be mended with a romantic evening out or a getaway. At this juncture, suggesting such things feels akin to tossing a box of Band-Aids at a broken leg. I’m not interested in merely masking the wounds with ointment…

  • That Time I Found Comfort in Others’ Racism

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    home insemination kit For the sake of this discussion, let’s refer to my partner as Jake. He is of Italian and Irish descent, having grown up just outside of Boston. In essence, he embodies the identity of a white American. As he navigates his daily routine—dropping our children off at school or commuting on the…

  • Navigating the Art of Declining Requests

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    home insemination kit Navigating the art of declining requests can be challenging, especially when life feels inundated with commitments. It’s common to feel pressured to say yes to opportunities, even when they add to an already full schedule, such as volunteering for school events or taking on extra work responsibilities. However, mastering the ability to…

  • More Women Choosing to Give Birth Outside of Hospitals: Here’s Why

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    Get Pregnant Fast If you’re considering delivering your baby outside of a hospital, you’re not alone. Recent data from the CDC reveals a growing trend of expectant mothers opting for “out-of-hospital” births, a choice that is becoming increasingly popular. Back in 1900, nearly all births in the U.S. occurred outside of hospital settings. While this…

  • Navigating the Rollercoaster of Motherhood

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    home insemination kit Recently, my partner kept messaging, “about to leave,” “almost home,” and “just waiting for the bus.” By the time he finally walked through the door, it was nearly 7:00 PM. I’m not sure if it was my exhaustion, the kids’ fatigue, or perhaps the full moon, but I was ready to escape…

  • 6 ’80s Heartthrobs Who Decorated My Childhood Room

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