Tag: gender equality
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What Hillary Clinton Represents for a Dad of Young Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast This isn’t a political commentary, so let’s clear that up right from the start. This piece isn’t about endorsing a political party or advocating for Hillary Clinton as our next commander-in-chief. Instead, it’s about what it means for me as a father to be able to tell my daughters that they have…
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Stop Expecting Women to Smile: A Call for Respect
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve ever strolled down a bustling street without a broad grin plastered on your face, chances are you’ve encountered unsolicited remarks urging you to smile. “You’d look so much prettier if you smiled!” or “Hey, sweetheart, just give us a smile!” These comments often come from men who seem to believe…
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My Partner ‘Contributes’ to Parenting Because He’s a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast I need to share something that’s been on my mind lately. And it’s a rather significant something. Wouldn’t it be refreshing to exist in a society where men aren’t elevated for merely “contributing” to the care of their children? Imagine a world where fathers caring for their kids isn’t seen as something…
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Chelsea Targeted for Missing Daughter’s Preschool Debut: A Reflection on Gender Bias
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, navigating motherhood and career shouldn’t feel like an uphill battle, yet the consistent sexist narratives remain frustratingly prevalent. Recently, an article scrutinized Melissa Carter, a working mother, for missing her daughter’s first day of preschool. The piece even questioned why her mother, a leading political figure, wasn’t at home…
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25 Guidelines for Nurturing Feminist Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 20, 2023 Originally Published: Feb. 2, 2015 Many years ago, my father shared a piece of wisdom that has resonated with me: “If you want something in life, you need to position yourself to obtain it. Don’t rely on others to provide for you.” This conversation happened during a mundane…
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High School Enforces Dress Code, Citing Male Teachers’ Distraction
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent incident that highlights the ongoing issues with high school dress codes, a school in the UK has taken a controversial step by sending home several female students for wearing tight trousers. Yes, you read that right. This week, Principal Sarah Thompson at Brookfield High School in Staffordshire deemed the…
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It’s Time to Reimagine the Term ‘Pussy’
Get Pregnant Fast “Don’t throw like a pussy. Use your whole body.” I glance up from my punching bag at the man who’s speaking to me. He isn’t my coach, and I have no idea who he is. He looks at me with intensity before delivering a powerful punch to the bag, demonstrating the technique…
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Ladies, It’s Time to Demand What We Deserve
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, fierce women of the world. Let’s have an honest conversation about something crucial: valuing ourselves, earning what we’re worth, and standing firm in our rights. This might stir up some discomfort and stress, but if there’s one thing we know, it’s that women are tough and ready to tackle tough…