Category: pregnancy

  • Establishing ‘No Phone Zones’ to Combat Screen Overload in Our Home

    home insemination kit In a household with two pre-teens, a teenager, and a parent who loves social media (that’s me), it became essential to implement some healthy boundaries regarding our screen time. Thus, we instituted “no phone zones” throughout our home, a change that has proven necessary for all of us, myself included. I often…

  • The Impact of My Pregnancy on a Close Friendship

    home insemination kit Updated: June 4, 2021 Originally Published: April 1, 2018 Upon discovering I was unexpectedly pregnant with my second child, I found myself just nine months postpartum from my first. My partner was filled with joy as I sat teary-eyed on the edge of the bathtub, a positive pregnancy test in my hand.…

  • My Daughter Survived A Devastating Accident, And I’m Burdened with Guilt

    home insemination kit In March, my precious little girl, Mia, was involved in a horrific accident. The sound of the crash still haunts me, a loud bang followed by an unsettling silence. I often wonder what’s worse: witnessing the event or hearing it unfold without knowing what’s happening. You never imagine something like this could…

  • Delightfully Extravagant Dog Photography Shoot: The Cutest Thing You’ll Ever See

    home insemination kit Are you considering capturing those heartwarming moments in your life but missed out on traditional newborn photography? Fear not! A delightful alternative is just a paw away—get a dog! Photographer Jamie Clauss recently showcased the charming bond between clients Alex and Taylor Hartman and their adorable canine companion through a series of…

  • A Parent’s Worst Fear: Losing a Child to Police Violence Shouldn’t Be Normal

    home insemination kit In a tragic incident that shook a community, a young boy named Marcus Turner, just 15 years old, lost his life in a confrontation with law enforcement. An enthusiastic freshman at his high school, Marcus was an aspiring athlete with dreams of playing football at the college level. He was more than…

  • It’s Time to Stop Making Excuses for Louis C.K.

    home insemination kit Hey friends, let’s chat about why it’s time to stop making excuses for Louis C.K. You might have seen the headlines about him admitting to some pretty awful behavior—masturbating in front of women without their consent. That’s not just a cringe-worthy moment; it’s sexual assault, plain and simple. His so-called apology was…

  • A Pivotal Moment in Motherhood

    home insemination kit A pivotal moment in my life occurred when my child inadvertently stepped on my breast, prompting a realization about my body—a realization that underscored what my body had transformed into, or more accurately, what it had ceased to be. Let me clarify: I’m not into unconventional activities, unless you categorize my fondness…

  • Advocacy for Free Menstrual Products in Public Restrooms

    home insemination kit Menstrual hygiene products, such as pads and tampons, are essential items, much like toilet paper. Unfortunately, many find themselves unprepared while in public, leading to a stressful and often embarrassing situation. While amenities like soap and toilet paper are provided at no charge in public restrooms, menstrual products are commonly absent. In…

  • Achieve Radiant Skin in Just Two Minutes!

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  • If You Adore Vibrant and Playful Leggings, There’s No Need to Hold Out for Your ‘Mythical Style’

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