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Wife to my man, mom to my pug, Auntie to many, lover of literature and infertility warrior. Lori Kerrigan's profile

Kids Eat Free....Or Really Cheap

Posted 1 week 1 day ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Shopping, Relocation, Entertainment, Time Management

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Tired of cooking? Does your budget not stretch enough to cover dining out with the entire family? Check out these restaurants where kids eat free....or really cheap!

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Relaxing Won’t Get You Pregnant…or Will It?

Posted 6 weeks 5 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Conceiving

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Relax and you will get pregnant. Is it a myth or truth?

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Adoption Options

Posted 7 weeks 6 hours ago by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Adoption

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Are you overwhelmed by the many options available when it comes to adopting? Here are four adoption options that stood out the most to us.

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American Idol – Family Friendly or Adult TV?

Posted 8 weeks 5 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Entertainment, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Sex Ed

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American Idol is a favorite in households across the world, but is it really appropriate for young minds?

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Making The Decision To Adopt

Posted 8 weeks 6 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Adoption

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Are you thinking about adopting? The process to making this decision can be full of emotional, spiritual and financial elements. Here is a "check list" for making this decision and resources to help.

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Kids Bowl Free! A Summer Activity for the Entire Family!

Posted 9 weeks 5 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Entertainment

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Are you at a loss for what to do this summer? Thanks to generous and creative people, bowling can be free for the kids, and cheap for the adults. Grab the family, and leave the financial worries at home, it’s time to go bowling!

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Failed or Cancelled IUI/ IVF, Pregnancy/Child Loss? What do you do?

Posted 9 weeks 6 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Family Planning, Conceiving, Pregnancy, Birth, Adoption

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What do you do when the IUI/ IVF does not work or is cancelled? How do you get through a child or pregnancy loss? It had me defeated, but other women endured. Here are their stories.

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Infertility Resources

Posted 11 weeks 22 hours ago by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Conceiving, Finances, Healthcare, Diseases & Disorders

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Has your infertility diagnosis left you feeling overwhelmed and helpless? Are you unclear on where to begin? Here are four areas that will start your journey off on a successful path.

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Can Sex Be Sexy When Going Through Infertility? Yes!

Posted 11 weeks 3 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Conceiving, Sex & Relationships

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Infertility can leave your sex life anything but sexy. If baby making has led to a lack of sexiness in your love life, don't get discouraged, sexy can come back!

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6 Easy Meals the Entire Family Will Love

Posted 11 weeks 5 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Time Management, Nutrition

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Your family is hungry and the last thing you want to spend the energy you have left on is coming up with a meal plan. Here are 6 recipes that are not only easy, but they guarantee success in my house!

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My Name is Lori and I Am Infertile: Surviving Depression Caused by Infertility

Posted 12 weeks 1 day ago by Lori Kerrigan

Conceiving, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Depression caused by infertility can leave an individual feeling helpless, overwhelmed and cheated. Here is how one person not only survived depression triggered by infertility, but lives a greater life because of it.

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Online Coupons and Freebies

Posted 12 weeks 4 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Shopping, Time Management

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Coupon cutting just got easier. Here are links and information on online coupons sites, stores that take double coupons listed by state, and freebies!

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Sun, Fun and Allergies - Remedy Ideas and Preventative Actions

Posted 12 weeks 5 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Allergies

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The sun is out, so why does your family feel so yucky? Allergies! Here are preventative measures and remedy ideas to limit the impact allergies take on you and your little ones!

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Medically Induced Twins….For A Healthy Fertile Couple….What?

Posted 13 weeks 1 day ago by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Conceiving

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Twins, they are double the love, double the joy, double the curls. But are medical treatments for a fertile, healthy couple justified if they are able to have children without medical assistance……but just really want twins…..hmm, I say no.

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Celebrating Earth Day

Posted 13 weeks 3 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Chores, Entertainment, Learning Tools

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With Earth Day approaching on April 22nd, take the opportunity to celebrate with your kids, while educating them on the importance of this green holiday!

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Errands Without the Stress!

Posted 14 weeks 1 day ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Shopping, Pregnancy, Entertainment, Learning Tools, New Parents, Time Management

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Do you know that taking care of errands can actually be relaxing? Check out these top online shopping "hot spot" sites, cozy up to your computer, and get those errands done!

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Budget Is Not a Four Letter Word: Surviving a Layoff

Posted 14 weeks 4 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Shopping, Entertainment, Relationships

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Did the unthinkable happen...a layoff? We survived it by following a few life adjustments, so can you!

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Kid Friendly Without the Cost

Posted 15 weeks 8 hours ago by Lori Kerrigan

Safety, Babysitters & Nannies, Entertainment, New Parents

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Do you need a kid friendly house, but can't be bothered with the cost? Check out these low-cost and free ideas, to transform your home into a place kids love to be!

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Are Autism and Vaccinations Linked?

Posted 15 weeks 3 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Vaccines, New Parents, Healthcare, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Has the controversial debate over autism and its relationship to vaccinations left you more confused than clear on what direction to take? Here are four questions that had me confused, and the answers that I found.

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5 Easy Suggestions for Fighting the Cold and Flu – The Natural Way!

Posted 15 weeks 6 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Health, Nutrition, Healthcare, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Are you battling the flu or cold? Are you tired of medicating your family with over-the-counter drugs? Take a look at these 5 easy suggestions for fighting the cold and flu, the natural way.

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