When a kid is just an idea, their name is one of the most interesting things to think about. But once they exist, there's so much else to enjoy, juggle, and struggle with.
I was born into and raised by people who struggled to set goals and provide for their kids, so I knew I wanted something better for my own when I decided to settle down. Unfortunately, to give my son the best future possible, I had to give up any concept of retiring.
Growing up in Newark's Muslim community, Aymann Ismail often felt an 'intentional veil' between his world and others. He recalls unique local experiences like Muslim Boy Scouts and karate, emphasizing the city's diversity and community ties.
While of course, I'm happy for her and her family, and was more than happy to look at the first few photos and congratulate her, I am, quite frankly, over it. It has been weeks of her showing me pictures of her baby doing nothing remarkable, with very little difference in the pictures.
"Ben was involved in the latest matches of Arsenal but we had a talk and decided now is not the moment because he will become a father very soon, the baby is due right on the exact date of the camp. It is his first child and we wish him and his wife all the best."
Katie described her initial reaction, saying they felt like they had 'won the lottery' when Cookes proposed to be their surrogate. The couple's hopes soared as they imagined finally having a child.
As a dad, you are always kind of on edge and thinking about things. It all worked out, which is great. We are very happy for him.
Sexual experiences and desires can shift dramatically for parents, highlighting the emotional complexities that accompany the transition into parenthood, revealing new dynamics in intimate relationships.