How much does it cost to have a baby?
Raising a baby isn't cheap! On average, a child costs two-parent families in the U.S. between $9,300 and $23,380 every year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Starglow Media
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December 22nd, 2024
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting Your Tween a Phone
As author and social psychologist Jonathan Haidt put it on Hoda Kotb’s podcast, “the day you give your kid a phone that’s connected to the internet and has social media on it, that’s the day that the phone will move to the center of your child’s life…and it will be there forever.”
Extend Fertility
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November 19th, 2024
Prop 1 Passes in New York, Securing Reproductive Rights and Freedom For All
We’re proud to say that Proposition 1 passed with an overwhelming majority vote in New York.
Progyny
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September 19th, 2024
How To Talk To Your Company About Fertility Benefits
Now is the right time to ask your company for fertility and family building benefits that will support the unmet needs of a diverse workforce.
Expectful
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September 12th, 2024
What I Learned After an Ectopic Pregnancy
As the days went on and my HCG beta plateaued instead of multiplied, I knew something was off. I just didn’t know yet that what I was experiencing was an ectopic pregnancy.
Extend Fertility
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September 7th, 2024
Extend Fertility’s 8-Year Research Study Is Great News For Egg Freezing Patients
Our extensive work analyzing more than 4,000 egg freezing cycles revealed excellent thaw survival rates, pregnancy rates after an FET, and live births using frozen eggs.
Milk Drunk
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August 22nd, 2024
What is a Rainbow Baby? One Mom’s Pregnancy After Loss Story
The rainbow has become a symbol of hope for me, something that’s kept me going in my years of trying to conceive.
Dandi Fertility
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August 10th, 2024
What to Expect with Embryo Transfers
Next on the agenda after the egg retrieval is the embryo transfer, which hopefully leads to a positive pregnancy test and a healthy live birth.
BabyCenter
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July 25th, 2024
How to boost fertility in your 30s
As you enter your 30s, you have a good chance of getting pregnant – about 1 in 4 women in their early 30s will get pregnant during one given cycle. Still, it's biologically more difficult to get pregnant in your 30s than in your 20s.
Starglow Media
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July 7th, 2024
Should You Let Your Kid Quit an Extracurricular Activity?
After-school activities are beneficial for kids of all ages. But what happens if your child doesn’t like the club, sport, or class they committed to and they want to quit?
Starglow Media
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July 4th, 2024
Should I ‘Force’ My Child to Apologize?
Experts suggest we should try to model behavior for our children, especially a younger kid who may not yet have the empathy that the rest of us do.
Dandi Fertility
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June 10th, 2024
What to Expect with Egg Retrieval Procedures
The egg retrieval is a pivotal moment in the IVF process—all those nights of shots to stimulate your ovaries lead up to this. Congrats! It’s an IVF milestone, and it’s worth celebrating how far you’ve come,
What to Expect
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June 1st, 2024
Should You Hire a Baby Sleep Consultant?
A professional sleep consultant could help put your baby or child’s sleep issues to rest for good. Here’s how to know if hiring one is right for your family.
BabyCenter
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May 5th, 2024
Foods that increase fertility: Is there such a thing as a fertility diet?
There aren't any magical fertility foods to help you get pregnant, but studies show that consuming certain foods may increase your chances of conceiving.
Starglow Media
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April 25th, 2024
The Words We Use Around Our Kids Actually Matter
Turns out that sometimes it is what you say, not just how you say it.
Ro Health Guide
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April 4th, 2024
Erectile Dysfunction Doctors: Find a Physician To Treat ED
Many erectile dysfunction doctors commonly treat patients with ED and help manage frustrating symptoms.
What to Expect
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March 27th, 2024
How to Teach Your Baby the Difference Between Day and Night
The reality is that newborns are adjusting to life outside the dark, noisy womb, and it can take a while for them to settle into their regular sleep patterns. This can lead to day and night confusion, when a baby sleeps when they’re supposed to be awake and stays up all night instead.
Parents
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February 19th, 2024
A Kid Got Bullied for Bringing a Dupe Stanley to School—and Her Mom Had Words
Kids can be cruel—but a lot of that behavior starts with the parents, says this mom on TikTok.
Conceive
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August 5th, 2023
Your Complete Guide to Fertility Medications
Here’s a list of oral/injectable fertility medications and possible side effects while trying to conceive.
BabyCenter
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March 1st, 2023
Nanny vs. babysitter: What's the difference?
Nannies and babysitters each have pros and cons, so it's really about finding the situation – and caregiver – that works best for you and your family.
BabyCenter
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February 24th, 2023
10 signs of a bad nanny or babysitter
There are plenty of ways to determine whether your nanny or sitter is doing a good job – but you'll need to pay close attention and trust your gut.
BabyCenter
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February 18th, 2023
How to find a nanny
You'll want to find a nanny who's right for your family and your child, and who'll make your life easier. It's key to understand that it may take a while to find the perfect fit, and you may go through a few nannies before you find the right person.
BabyCenter
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February 6th, 2023
How to find the best infant daycare for your baby
With some effort upfront, it'll be easier to find a daycare that's right for you and your baby.
BabyCenter
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January 19th, 2023
Can I pierce my baby's ears?
Baby ear piercing is safe, and it's up to you whether to pierce your baby's ears. There are some risks, though, so let your pediatrician know ahead of time.
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