Category: Trying-To-Conceive
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Innovative Music Therapy at St. Jude: Capturing a Child’s Heartbeat in a Song for Grieving Parents
home insemination kit Experiencing the loss of a loved one can often feel like a surreal whirlwind, filled with a multitude of decisions to make amidst overwhelming grief. When my mother passed away, I found myself navigating through funeral arrangements—selecting flowers, preparing prayer cards, and deciding on the post-funeral meal. Each choice, even something as…
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My Upbringing Made Me Vulnerable to an Abusive Partner
At home insemination kit My siblings and I often reminisce about our childhood. In many respects, those years were filled with joy. We came from a middle-class family, where my father earned enough to ensure we didn’t lack for anything essential, even if we weren’t affluent. However, our upbringing set us apart from our peers.…
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Prepare Yourselves, Parents: It’s That Time of Year Again – Recorder Season!
home insemination kit As kids reach third or fourth grade – or perhaps both if you’re extraordinarily fortunate – they experience a significant milestone. No, it’s not just the excitement of turning ten or transitioning from the tiny fish to the big pond of “upper elementary.” This is a different kind of rite of passage,…
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I Live With PTSD, But You’d Never Know It if You Met Me
at home insemination kit Last week, I vented on social media about my frustrations with the ongoing Covid situation. I expressed my heartfelt concerns about those who dismiss Covid precautions while many of us, especially the immunocompromised and caregivers, bear the burden of this pandemic. I empathize deeply with our healthcare workers, who must be…
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Never Underestimate the Charm of a Grocery Store Cookie
home insemination kit In the hierarchy of life’s challenges, we often talk about careers, relationships, relocations, and raising children. However, I would like to propose an addition to that list: school. The transition into education, especially in early parenthood, can feel as enticing as sipping a pumpkin spice latte in August. You love the idea…
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Why I Stand Firmly with the Top Sheet – Regardless of the Opposition
home insemination kit There’s a peculiar habit my children have that completely escapes me. It puzzles me even more than their refusal to wear a coat in frigid temperatures or their aversion to eating the crust of a grilled cheese sandwich. They seem to have no use for a top sheet. I first observed this…
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Understanding Food Origins: A Disturbing Trend in Food Literacy
home insemination kit A recent survey revealed that over 16 million American adults mistakenly believe that chocolate milk is sourced from brown cows. This statistic, discovered by the National Dairy Council, indicates that approximately seven percent of adults hold this misconception. Curiously, it prompts an interesting question: what do they think is produced by black…
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A Table for Two: Reflections on Parenting and Partnership
home insemination kit Our journey together began after the vows were exchanged, rice was tossed, gifts were unwrapped, and that breathtaking white satin dress was carefully put away. In those early days, we found ourselves in a cozy apartment with little more than our love and a small table for two—often a makeshift setup on…
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Navigating the Journey with My Strong-Willed Son: A Beautiful Challenge
home insemination kit Parenting can often be an arduous yet rewarding experience, particularly when it comes to raising a spirited child. My firstborn, whom I’ll refer to as Jake, embodies this strong-willed essence. Even as I write this, the term “struggle” tugs at my conscience because Jake is everything I envisioned in a son. I…
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Child Actress Lands Non-Binary Role: A Proud Moment for Mom
at home insemination kit In a heartwarming update, renowned actress Jamie Collins is beaming with pride as her eldest child, 12-year-old Riley, secures a significant acting opportunity. Following in Jamie’s illustrious footsteps, Riley has been cast in a new Amazon series titled With Love, where they will play a character that reflects their non-binary identity.…