Tag: societal norms
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No, I’m Not Married to the Father of My Children—So Please Stop the Concern-Trolling
Get Pregnant Fast When you’re an unmarried parent, it’s astonishing what people feel compelled to say. I’ve lost count of the odd comments I’ve received over the years. Here are just a few: “Are you planning to get married?” “Why haven’t you tied the knot yet?” “You know, if something happens to you, he won’t…
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Pope Francis Supports Public Breastfeeding in the Sistine Chapel
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent service at the iconic Sistine Chapel, Pope Francis demonstrated his progressive stance by encouraging mothers to breastfeed their hungry babies without hesitation. Addressing the congregation during the annual baptism ceremony for Jesus, where he baptized 28 children, the Pope acknowledged the realities of motherhood. “The ceremony is a little…
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5 Reasons I’m Not Coloring My Grey Hair
Get Pregnant Fast As trends come and go, I’ve watched many young adults embrace silver hair as a fashion statement. Meanwhile, my own hair has taken on a decidedly grey hue that’s less chic and more chaotic. My young son finds it amusing, my parents are perplexed by my lack of action, and I suspect…
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Unlearning the Habit of Apologizing for the Sake of Our Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast My eldest daughter Mia is not yet three, and let me tell you, she’s remarkable. She unapologetically occupies her space, regardless of any temporary disturbances she may cause, like letting out a little gas in public. No big deal! But the other day, something concerning happened: “I’m sorry, I’m sorry, I’m sorry,”…
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If You’re Nursing Your 6-Year-Old, Prepare for Backlash
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting, I champion every feeding method: whether it’s breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or formula-feeding, I believe in respecting how each parent chooses to nourish their child. However, if you decide to openly share photos of breastfeeding your six-year-old, brace yourself for the judgment that may come your way. Is it…
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Revisiting ‘Locker Room Talk’: A Perspective from the Bench
Get Pregnant Fast As a man who’s spent quite a bit of time in locker rooms, I can tell you that the conversations I’ve participated in are far from what some might label as “locker room talk.” In those rare moments when I’m not preoccupied with my own thoughts or trying to avoid the sight…
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Why I Prefer to Breastfeed in My Car
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, the topic of breastfeeding in public has sparked a lot of conversation, often dividing opinions into three distinct camps: 1) Only breastfeed in private spaces; 2) Breastfeed publicly if necessary, but cover up; and 3) Breastfeed freely, anywhere, anytime. I personally identify with the third group, but as a…
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Why Do We Censor Words While Ignoring Brutality?
Get Pregnant Fast Last Saturday, I stumbled upon a rare moment of tranquility: an hour of free time and, remarkably, control of the TV remote. In my household, that remote is a coveted prize, akin to the survival games in The Hunger Games. The strongest usually claims it, and I am definitely not that person—my…
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Nursing Mother Sprays Woman With Breast Milk After Being Told To Go ‘Somewhere Private’
Get Pregnant Fast By: Laura Thompson Updated: Aug. 7, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 6, 2023 In a striking incident that highlights the ongoing challenges of public breastfeeding, a mother found herself defending her right to nurse her baby in a park. After being told by a disgruntled onlooker, who we’ll call Susan, to “go somewhere…