Category: Trying-To-Conceive
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Navigating Life’s Transformative Seasons
home insemination kit Updated: July 31, 2016 Originally Published: Feb. 23, 2005 As I enter my 49th year, I find myself grappling with both minor and significant concerns. In truth, I’m just constantly sweating. The initial “wave” of this perplexing experience struck during a business trip to California with my spouse a few years back.…
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Acrophobia: The Real Struggle with Heights
home insemination kit As my kids energetically rushed toward the towering glass doors, I couldn’t help but feel a knot tighten in my stomach. Watching them tilt their heads to gaze at the top of the building made my heart race. That familiar sense of dread washed over me, and I quickly wiped my sweaty…
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A Teacher Suggested My Son with Autism Be Transferred from Her Classroom
home insemination kit A significant lesson unfolded when my son’s preschool teacher expressed her desire to have him moved out of her classroom. My second child, Charlie, has autism. While we received an official diagnosis just before he turned three, we recognized his differences well before that. Since birth, he has navigated the world in…
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Recognizing the Struggles of Marriage: Why “It’s Not a Fairytale” Can Be Misleading
home insemination kit Recently, I participated in a candid discussion within a private moms group about the challenges of marriage. This was a rare moment of openness for us—once a few women shared their difficulties, many others followed suit, revealing their own struggles. It turned out that quite a few of us were grappling with…
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Insights on Parenting a Child with Unique Needs
home insemination kit At just nine months, I recognized that my son, Leo, was on a different path. By 17 months, I initiated feeding therapy for him, followed closely by early intervention services. During those early days, well-meaning friends and family would often say things like, “He’s perfectly fine” or “Boys tend to develop at…
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The Challenge of Air Travel: A Crying Child’s Impact on Passengers
home insemination kit In a recent incident aboard a Delta flight from Syracuse to JFK, a visibly distressed passenger, who identified herself as Claire, requested to be relocated due to the presence of a crying infant. Her appeal was promptly denied by the flight attendant, which led Claire to unleash a tirade, asserting her perceived…
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My Insurance Provider Sent Me to the ER — And I Might Have Been Exposed to COVID-19
home insemination kit This morning, I underwent testing for COVID-19. Navigating symptoms these days feels like a game of chance—could that scratchy throat be just another result of stress, or is it a sign that despite my best efforts—hand sanitizers, social distancing, and disinfecting every surface—I’ve been caught off guard? Just like everyone else, I’ve…
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The Ultimate Kids Roller Skates for Thrilling Spring Adventures
home insemination kit As parents, finding the right roller skates for your children can be a daunting task, especially for those of us who still keep toddler bed rails on the beds of our older kids. But don’t worry, whether you’re feeling hesitant about purchasing roller skates (due to the wheels) or are excited to…
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Heartfelt Conversations: Mindy Lancaster Opens Up About Past Abuse
home insemination kit In a poignant episode of Heartfelt Conversations, actress Mindy Lancaster shared her experiences with past abuse while speaking with host Sarah Collins. Lancaster, known for her role in the film “Shadows of Tomorrow”, has been a vocal supporter of the Time’s Up movement and a dedicated advocate for women’s rights. During their…
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Dear Mothers of Multiples: I Acknowledge You
home insemination kit You are navigating life with four little ones all under the age of four. Let’s be real; it’s no secret that you often feel drained even before your day truly begins. Your feet have yet to touch the ground when you’re already met with the whines and cries of your little ones,…