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Babywearing: A Journey Through Postpartum Depression
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Heartwarming Encounter: Former President Embraces Starstruck Baby at Airport
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Four Strategies Parents Utilize to Slip Away from a Sleeping Infant
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Patagonia and REI Stand Against Trump’s Land Cuts
home insemination kit Patagonia and REI are taking a stand against President Trump’s recent decision, which they claim has robbed the public of their land. In a dramatic move, Trump slashed the size of two national monuments in Utah by a staggering two million acres, the biggest reduction in federal land protections in U.S. history.…
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Man Up and Embrace Fatherhood
home insemination kit Updated: November 21, 2014 Originally Published: October 29, 2011 Throughout my life, I’ve come to realize that timing is crucial. Consider this: if a wealthy uncle surprises you with a luxurious Lexus for your birthday, thanking him promptly will likely leave a positive impression. Conversely, if you wait six months to express…
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Rising Opioid Overdoses in Children Demand Urgent Action
home insemination kit It’s widely acknowledged that the U.S. is grappling with an opioid crisis, yet the focus often remains on adults. However, a troubling trend has emerged: a recent study in the journal Pediatrics reveals that hospital admissions for opioid overdoses among children aged 1 to 17 have nearly doubled from 2004 to 2015.…
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The 5 Most Awkward Experiences as a Nursing Mother
1. Your Breasts Take the Spotlight (and Not in a Good Way) home insemination kit In the initial days and weeks following childbirth, discussions about your body will revolve around your breasts—though not in the flattering way you might imagine. Conversations will shift from diaper contents to issues like cracked nipples, engorgement, and clogged ducts.…
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I Had a Dream That My Son Could Walk and Talk – Here’s Why It Means So Much
home insemination kit Parenting By Claire Johnson Updated: Sep. 14, 2020 Originally Published: March 11, 2018 Last night, I found myself in that familiar dream again, where my son embodies the essence of “normalcy.” It’s a dream that resonates with every parent of a child with special needs, and I’m no exception—I’ve had it countless…
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Leaving My Heart in the NICU
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9 Strategies for Transitioning to a Big Kid Bed
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