Tag: societal norms
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Breaking News: Breastfeeding a 2-Year-Old is Totally Acceptable
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother currently nursing my 2-year-old, Leo, and my 5-year-old, Sam, I can confidently say that tandem breastfeeding is not as uncommon as some might think. While I don’t share many photos of Sam nursing anymore—since he typically only does so at bedtime or for a brief moment during the day—most…
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Why I Stopped Inquiring About Women’s Pregnancies
Get Pregnant Fast As soon as a woman’s baby bump starts to show, she quickly realizes that the world is brimming with unsolicited opinions, inquiries, and advice. From gems like “You better sleep now because those days are numbered” to questions about the baby’s gender and comments on her belly size, a pregnant woman is…
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Pregnant UK Politician Faces Criticism for Taking a Snack Break
Get Pregnant Fast In a surprising turn of events, a pregnant Member of Parliament in the UK found herself at the center of controversy for simply stepping out to grab a snack. During an extended session in the House of Commons focused on Universal Credit welfare reforms, MP Sarah Langston, who is seven months pregnant,…
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There’s No ‘Ideal Age’ to Start a Family
Get Pregnant Fast The decision of when to have children is a deeply personal one, and there is no universal answer that fits every woman. In recent years, many women are choosing to delay motherhood longer than ever before, leading to a myriad of questions about the “ideal” time to start a family. We often…
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Empowered Women Stand Up Against Body Shaming
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent exchange, actress and comedian Jenna Lockhart confronted a critic who made disparaging remarks about her appearance, asking, “Would you ever say to a man that he’s only a good actor when he’s looking handsome? Imagine telling John Doe he looked terrible while playing a sad character!” In response to…
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65 and Expecting: The Case of Billy Jordan vs. The “Reckless” German Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Dec. 27, 2015 Originally Published: April 15, 2015 “Billy Jordan is embracing fatherhood once again as he and his partner, Laura Reynolds, prepare for their first child together.” —Metro News “Baby bliss: Billy Jordan to become a dad for the second time.” —Local Herald “From Music Maestro to Parenting Pro (Again):…
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Men Can Have ‘Resting Bitch Face’ Too, But We Don’t Ask Them to Smile All Day
Get Pregnant Fast Resting bitch face (RBF) isn’t just a phenomenon exclusive to women; men experience it too, yet societal expectations dictate different responses. You’ve likely heard the term before—it’s that indifferent, often perceived as unfriendly, expression. Often associated with public figures like Kristen Stewart and Victoria Beckham, the label is typically reserved for women,…
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Expecting Sports Host Faces Criticism for On-Screen Presence
Get Pregnant Fast In a rather surprising turn of events, a man recently reached out to a television publication to voice his discontent over a pregnant sports host, describing her as “embarrassing and an eyesore.” It seems that for some viewers, the sight of a pregnant woman on their screen can be quite the shocker.…
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Navigating Gender Expectations: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast I have a daughter who is eight years old. Yes, you heard that right—EIGHT! The other day, during a casual conversation with a woman at the salon, I was taken aback when she asked if I was concerned that my daughter might be a lesbian. This question didn’t come out of nowhere;…
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A Virginia Mother’s Unusual Complaint About Swim Instructor
Get Pregnant Fast A Virginia mother recently made headlines for an unusual complaint regarding her daughter’s swim instructor. This mom, who prefers to remain anonymous, expressed her discomfort over the instructor’s bare chest during swim lessons, claiming that it made her daughter feel uneasy. In a letter to the local Parks and Recreation Department, she…