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Mothers Day
Mother's Day She had mother's eyes, a beautiful azure flecked with silver. You could imagine a summer sky, birds flitting through the air when she smiled.
By Eron Kaye6 years ago in Families
Diary of a broken girl
Dear Diary, Today seemed so normal for the most part. I didn’t wake up sad or angry which was odd but oh well. I got dressed ate breakfast and went to school. Oh by the way if you’re reading this my name is... We’ll leave my name out for a while until I’m ready to truly introduce myself.
By Crystal Straker6 years ago in Families
Kids logic sometimes doesn't make sense... Or does it?!
I know, this is unexpected to use "logic" and "not make sense" into the same sentence, but hear me out. I have been working with kids for years, good couple of years and this is a weird, sometimes a funny issue for me. Sometimes when I hear some of their funny clap backs, I`m like "haha... that was cute/smart/amazing!" and other times I`m like "Wait... when was this a good idea?! or Can I even win this fight?!"
By Dory6 years ago in Families
Life Lessons from my Little Brother
There is no one in this world I love more than my younger brother. For the last 15 years, he's been my best friend and my worst enemy. He's been the voice of reason and the peacekeeper in the family, and he's been like that for a very long time. My mother calls him an "old soul" and I can't help but agree with her. He's one of the smartest people I know, and his mind is amazing in all different kinds of ways.
By Mary Caitlyn6 years ago in Families
What is the IVF Journey?
1- In IVF, the first step is to have consultation with physician. The physician will give you an idea about the treatment plan. The next step will be basic blood tests for the couples and male partner needs to do Semen Analysis. The treatment commence from Day 1 of the period, we will perform estradiol blood test or ultrasound on the same day. From Day 2 of cycle, we will start the medication for stimulating the ovaries to produce more oocytes. The medications will be in the form of injections. Common hormones used to stimulate the follicles are FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) and LH (Luteinizing Hormone). The patients will visit the clinic frequently in order to monitor the growth of follicles. Around 10 to 12 days the medications will continue. Towards the end of stimulation, when the follicles reached the optimum size, we will give the trigger injection and will do the oocyte retrieval after 34-36 hours. IVF Clinic Dubai
By AMER WAED6 years ago in Families
Meals, Weed, Rap & Repeat.
I know so many of us have lost count like I have on the number of days we have been living, working and entertaining at home. I was on a Zoom happy hour and someone said it was 5 months. I don't think it has been that long, but I honestly don't know. Maybe 4? My brain has gone limp, and it no longer is able to process time the way it used to. Now, the measurements are not in days or weeks, but my time is now tracked by meals. I am considering developing my own holidays for the days that I actually cooked something particularly edible. Yesterday, September 1, 2020, might become Blueberry Pie Day, at least in my household.
By Amy Solt6 years ago in Families
Canary Birds, My Brother, & Speaking Spanish
Back in 1961, the Space Race (a time of glorious competition between Russia & the United States to be the first to put a man on the moon) was alive and thriving. This is an important backdrop to my story, because in 1961, my family and I lived in Canary Islands, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. And according to Wikipedia,
By Shirley Belk6 years ago in Families
The day my missed miscarriage came
5 years ago I was told I was unable to have children, and as much as I hated this I had kind of come to terms with it. Just when I started to accept it we went into lockdown due to the corona virus pandemic. My partner and I enjoyed the sunshine in the garden, each other’s company and eventually came out of lockdown with some amazing happy news; we were pregnant and happier than ever. Our parents were told but that was it as we believed it was best to conform to the stigma that you shouldn’t tell anyone before 12 weeks. I was eager to tell my friends and the rest of our families, so we booked a private scan and they confirmed I was 7 weeks. We saw our little baby with a strong healthy heartbeat. Tears flooded our eyes and quickly drowned our masks we were required to wear. We were elated and were confident to tell more people.
By Gemma Amy Fairbrother6 years ago in Families
Hush Little Babies
Chapter Ten I still had the, Antique Barn, on my mind, so, I headed that way. It was killing me, to think that the, great, old, chandelier, hanging there, was in need of a new home. “What can I say…I am Woman. There was also that awesome old mirror. Naturally, I had to purchase that beautiful, work of art!
By Suzy Bohi6 years ago in Families
Taking Care of Our Parents: 5 Things You Can Do This Week
As your parents age, you're probably spending more and more time caring for them. Even if they're still in good health, you may need to help them live a healthy lifestyle. Your parents may need help with everything from their health insurance to their diet. To avoid caregiver stress, taking care of yourself is also essential.
By Casey Chesterfield6 years ago in Families
A meal for a lifetime
Me, the sick child awoken my mother to my cries. I was so young but chicken pox was rampant and the kids at school were getting it so it was a matter of time.
By Tammy Paige Radecki6 years ago in Families
Teen Mental Health
As a parent of a teenager who has struggled with her mental health for years, I found the following helpful. Parents who get stressed over youngster emotional well-being need not look any further. Real data can assist you with settling on choices that will really enable your youngster to be more joyful in their life. Teenagers are at the weak stage throughout everyday life and, as a parent, in the event that you search the net or converse with your companions, you will get a great deal of exhortation on the most proficient method to help improve your adolescent's psychological wellness.
By Mikki Ashton6 years ago in Families