Category: Trying-To-Conceive
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Hey Mama, Don’t You Ever Forget That You’re Extraordinary
home insemination kit Greetings, mama. How’s everything going today? Have you taken a moment to pause? Perhaps you need a shower? Or maybe a snack? I see you, mama. As you navigate through mountains of laundry, stacks of bills, and all those little messes, take a moment to breathe deeply. Inhale. Exhale again. This phase…
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Pink and Her Daughter Willow Celebrate Hanukkah with a Heartwarming Song
at home insemination kit In a delightful video shared by Pink, we get a glimpse of her family celebrating Hanukkah, and let me tell you, her daughter Willow’s singing is absolutely adorable! As we dive into the Festival of Lights, while indulging in delicious latkes is definitely a highlight, watching Pink’s family light their menorah…
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This Author’s Thoughtful Insights on Grief Offer Comfort to Many
artificial insemination kit for humans As a writer and a mother, I understand the profound impact that words can have. We consistently encourage our children to articulate their feelings in healthy ways, yet we often forget how essential it is for us to hear the comforting words of others, especially in times of sorrow. When…
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I Have 6 Kids Under 6, And I’ll Decide When I’m Done
home insemination kit Am I finished having kids? Honestly, I’m not sure. What I do know is that the decision is ultimately up to me and my husband. You’d think that after welcoming six little ones, that desire to cradle another tiny human would fade. But here I am, still feeling that pull—wanting to nurse,…
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Maya Angelou Makes History as the First Black Woman on U.S. Quarters
at home insemination kit Hey friends, guess what? Maya Angelou, the legendary author, poet, and civil rights activist, is set to become the first Black woman featured on a U.S. quarter! It’s pretty wild when you think about it—244 years of U.S. history and no Black woman on a quarter until now. But the U.S.…
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It’s Not Just a Pandemic Wall — It’s an Existential Crisis
At home insemination kit We’ve all come across the term “pandemic wall.” It’s become a cultural phenomenon — from memes to articles, and countless conversations with therapists and friends. The idea is straightforward: we reach a point where we can’t push forward anymore. Everything comes to a halt, and we crumble. As Maura Judkis noted…
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Why Higher Education Is Becoming Unattainable for the Middle Class
home insemination kit Navigating the financial landscape of college tuition can be a daunting experience for middle-class families. Recently, we completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for our daughter’s impending college journey, and the moment was filled with a mix of nostalgia and disbelief. The response from FAFSA was startling, leading us…
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It’s Normal to Long for Your Life Before Motherhood
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Buckle Up, Everyone: The Prime Generation Has Arrived
home insemination kit Fast forward to today, and it’s this Xennial generation that has ushered in the Prime Generation, which is shaping the future of instant gratification. My children, for instance, have never known a world devoid of immediate access. They were born into the era of Amazon Prime — where essentials like a NoseFrida,…
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Mixed Tapes and Other Experiences My Kids Will Never Understand
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