Category: pregnancy

  • Please Don’t Mention Mom’s ‘Antique.’ I’m Serious.

    home insemination kit I possess a unique item. Are you catching my drift? Good. Many moons ago, back when my partner and I were footloose and fancy-free, I agreed to host a rather unconventional gathering. Think of it as a cross between a LuLaRoe and a Mary Kay party, but with playful adult-themed items like…

  • Life’s Unexpected Turns: A Personal Reflection

    home insemination kit Remember the film Sliding Doors? It features a narrative where Gwyneth Paltrow’s character experiences two different life paths—one where she successfully boards a train and another where she misses it. The film delves into themes of fate, chance, and the concept of what could have been. Though it may not be a…

  • Louis C.K. Joins the Roster of Despicable Figures in Hollywood

    home insemination kit So, what’s up with certain men thinking it’s okay to trap women and engage in such vile acts? Can someone shed light on this bizarre behavior? It seems we can officially add Louis C.K. to the unfortunate list of truly awful men in Hollywood. The New York Times recently dropped a bombshell…

  • 10 Reasons My Teen is Superior to Your Young Child

    home insemination kit As a parent of a teenager, I often find myself in conversations with friends who have younger children. They share tales of soccer practice and ballet recitals, while I discuss tuxedo rentals for prom and my son’s latest girlfriend (who is mostly stable). Many of my friends express dread over the teenage…

  • 20 Thoughts Parents Have During Their Children’s Dance Recitals

    home insemination kit As a parent, attending your child’s dance recital can evoke a whirlwind of emotions and thoughts. I recently reflected on my own experiences while watching my daughter, Lily, perform. Last year, she participated in a toddler class filled with 15 energetic little ones in tutus, all vying for their mothers’ attention. During…

  • 10 Unfortunate Steps When Mom Gets a Few Hours of Solitude

    home insemination kit Mothers quickly come to appreciate the rarity of alone time. However, when this unexpected luxury does arrive, it can be surprisingly challenging to determine how to best utilize it. Should you tackle chores? Rest? Exercise? Indulge in a long bath? Not quite. Instead, it often plays out like this: As your kids…

  • 4 Insights I Gained From My Partner

    home insemination kit As a mom for over three and a half years—longer if you consider my time pregnant—I fancied myself a pro at managing life’s chaos. I keep tabs on the weather a full week in advance, coordinate our family’s busy schedule, and can recite my child’s favorite cartoon character on any given day…

  • The Four Benefits of Long-Term Marital Intimacy

    home insemination kit In the journey of marriage, particularly when children enter the picture, the dynamics of one’s sexual life can shift significantly. Pre-children, intimate moments with my partner often included playful elements like fresh fruit and whipped cream. Now, however, the only food we find in our bedroom is the remnants of Goldfish crackers…

  • Navigating Intimacy After Baby: A New Perspective

    home insemination kit When I found out I was pregnant, I anticipated that my growing belly would diminish my desire for intimacy. To my surprise, that was far from the truth. The surge of hormones had me and my partner engaging in sexual activity throughout most of my pregnancy—up until around 36 weeks, when everything…

  • Why Mothers Deserve a Salary Increase

    home insemination kit Moms need a pay raise. After carefully assessing the breadth of responsibilities we manage as parents, it’s clear that the compensation we deserve far exceeds the paltry figures often cited online. Yes, professional caregivers provide similar services, but let’s explore the unique roles that moms fulfill daily. As personal chefs, we whip…