Tag: women’s rights
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Why I’m Frustrated on Mother’s Day
Get Pregnant Fast As Mother’s Day approaches this Sunday, families nationwide will gather to celebrate the incredible women in their lives. While I, too, will be joining my own mother, my mother-in-law, and my children for this occasion, I find myself feeling unsettled. This year, my thoughts are consumed with the treatment of mothers in…
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Company Implements Period Leave, Finally Acknowledging Women’s Needs
Get Pregnant Fast In a groundbreaking move, a UK-based organization is finally recognizing the need for greater workplace flexibility for women during their menstrual cycles. Periods can bring a host of discomforts: cramping, bloating, headaches, and mood swings, not to mention the physical toll of bleeding for days. If men faced similar symptoms, there’s little…
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Men’s Comments on Hillary Clinton’s Expression Following Primary Victories: A Distraction From Real Issues
Get Pregnant Fast In the wake of her recent primary successes, Hillary Clinton faced an all-too-familiar barrage of unsolicited advice regarding her demeanor. After securing victories in four states and maintaining a strong lead in a fifth, rather than celebrating her achievements, some male commentators felt it necessary to suggest she “smile” more. Leading the…
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Supreme Court Delivers Landmark Victories for Women Today
Get Pregnant Fast In a significant turn of events, the Supreme Court championed women’s rights with two crucial rulings today. First, they affirmed that domestic abuse is unacceptable, regardless of whether it’s “impulsive” or “premeditated.” The Court upheld a law that prevents domestic abusers from owning firearms, emphasizing that this measure is vital for women’s…
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Lawmakers Reject Bill for Pregnant Workers: ‘Just Quit’
Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling development for workplace equality, a group of male legislators in South Dakota recently blocked a bill aimed at providing essential workplace protections for pregnant women and new mothers. This archaic mindset reflects a larger issue where men make misguided decisions about women’s health and rights. The South Dakota House…
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Let’s Not Allow the Coat Hanger Nightmares of the Past to Shape Our Future
Get Pregnant Fast The iconic film Dirty Dancing recently marked its 40th anniversary, and I’m fairly certain I’ve seen it at least 40 times myself. While it’s celebrated for its memorable quotes (“Nobody puts Baby in a corner”) and the undeniably charming Patrick Swayze, the film’s most profound impact lies in its unflinching portrayal of…
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Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump on Equal Pay for Equal Work
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to the wage gap, the reality is stark: women, regardless of race, earn less than their white male counterparts for the same work. This pay disparity is unacceptable; women contribute significantly in the workplace and should receive equal pay for equal effort. Fortunately, there have been strides made toward…
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Women Are Done With Male Politicians Controlling Their Bodies
Get Pregnant Fast Women are reaching their breaking point with male politicians dictating what happens to their bodies. The frustration has been simmering for too long, and it’s now boiling over. This is a critical moment for women across the United States, who are tired of being told what they can and cannot do with…