Category: baby
-
Thanksgiving Update: A Year of Learning
home insemination kit As we reflect on the events of 2013, I’ve decided to dub it “The Year of Lessons.” The Thanksgiving Project has been through some ups and downs over the years, and this year was no exception. In its inaugural year, 2011, I either mailed gift cards myself or had generous donors send…
-
Gabriella Adams and David King Discuss Family Life and Work Balance
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where parenting requires a strong support system, Gabriella Adams and David King, the dynamic couple behind a new babycare line, understand the importance of community. Together, they navigate the challenges of raising a blended family consisting of five children: Zoe, 21, Zane, 15, Xavier, 8, Kalia, 3, and their…
-
11 Guidelines for Visiting a New Mother
home insemination kit You can picture it: A dear friend has just welcomed her long-awaited baby, and the excitement compels you to hurry over and cradle that little one. It requires a significant amount of restraint to resist showing up at the hospital and interrupting the precious moments she has with the attentive staff. Perhaps…
-
The Comedic Truth About Mother’s Day According to Twitter Parents
home insemination kit As Mother’s Day approaches, the pressure is mounting for families everywhere. Questions loom: Will the kids behave? Will we need to handle any messy situations? Will we receive gifts that we actually desire? And will our partners remember the occasion? The anticipation is palpable, especially on a day when moms aren’t tasked…
-
5 Baby Registry Lessons I Learned the Hard Way
Get Pregnant Fast Creating a baby registry can be a thrilling yet overwhelming experience. While it’s exciting to envision life with a little one and all the adorable baby gear, navigating the endless options can leave even the most organized parents feeling stressed. Here are five lessons I learned through trial and error, so you…
-
Decoding the Surrogate Dilemma
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of surrogacy, few stories have sparked as much debate as that of Samantha Rivers, who became infamous in 2013 for her refusal to terminate her surrogate pregnancy. When the biological parents discovered that the baby girl would face significant health challenges, including severe birth defects, they urged Rivers to…
-
A Call to End Daylight Saving Time
home insemination kit Dear Mr. President, I understand that your schedule is packed, but I must bring to your attention a pressing matter: the outdated practice of Daylight Saving Time. While it may benefit farmers, scientists, and some professionals seeking more daylight after work, it is wreaking havoc on the lives of parents like myself.…
-
Montessori-Inspired Strategies for Helping Your Child Welcome Baby #2
Get Pregnant Fast Are you expecting your second child? While the excitement of a new addition is palpable, it’s normal to have concerns about how your firstborn will cope with the changes. Sharing space and parental attention with a newborn can be a big adjustment for little ones. In “The Montessori Journey,” co-authors Mia Thompson…
-
5 Harsh Realities of the #MeToo Movement
home insemination kit The #MeToo movement has sparked both inspiration and frustration, highlighting a pervasive issue that has long been ignored. While the campaign has empowered many women to voice their experiences, significant challenges remain before it can effect real change in society. Here are five sobering truths we must confront: 1. Low-Income Women Remain…
-
Always Asking: The Vaccination Conversation
home insemination kit Greetings, fellow mom, I’m Mia, mom to Lucas—yes, that Lucas, the one with a trach, and the congenital heart condition (CHD) that your little one just invited over to play. Whether we set this up or it was spontaneous, I’m thrilled to get together. Playdates are such a joy, right? Or perhaps…