Tag: bullying
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Why I’ve Stopped Worrying About People Calling My Baby Unattractive
Get Pregnant Fast As a new parent, there are few things more disheartening than hearing hurtful comments about your child. “That baby looks strange. His eyes are not cute.” These are the kinds of remarks no parent wants to endure, especially while trying to enjoy a simple outing. To provide some context, my son, who…
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If Your Child Is Engaging in Bullying, You Might Face Consequences in This Town
Get Pregnant Fast In a notable shift towards accountability, several towns are now imposing financial penalties on the parents of children who engage in bullying behavior. This initiative reflects a growing recognition that bullying is a multifaceted issue that requires the involvement of the entire community, especially parents. After all, a child’s behavior often mirrors…
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When to Teach Our Kids to Stand Up: Avoiding the Bystander Mentality
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, bullying has taken on a disturbing new form. We’re witnessing a rise in individuals who feel emboldened to unleash their prejudice and hostility against anyone they perceive as different. Bullies can be found everywhere—at work, in schools, and even lurking behind screens, hurling insults without a second thought. A…
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6 Harsh Realities of Millennial Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast If you were born between 1980 and 1999, you’re considered a millennial. And if you’re one of the many millennials who have entered the realm of parenthood, brace yourself—things might not be as rosy as you imagined. Here are six hard truths about being a millennial parent today: Your Milestones Matter Less…
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Teen Develops ‘Sit With Us’ App to Help Kids Connect Over Lunch
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming initiative to combat loneliness in school cafeterias, a young innovator has launched the ‘Sit With Us’ app. After a year spent eating lunch in solitude, 16-year-old Emma Thompson from Sherman Oaks, California, decided to create a platform that enables students to find friends to join them at lunch. The…
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6 Essential Lessons for My Tween About Mean Girls
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jessica Thompson Updated: Dec. 21, 2023 Originally Published: Sep. 12, 2023 I remember the moment vividly. A folded note slid across the floor of the empty library, landing right at my feet. I was lost in a world of fantasy, engrossed in a book, when I decided to pick it up.…
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Trump Supporters Harass 12-Year-Old Boy in Wheelchair at Rally
Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling incident, a young boy with cerebral palsy faced harassment at a recent political rally. According to reports, 12-year-old Alex Thompson had pleaded with his mother to take him to a rally in Tampa, Florida, where he intended to protest the treatment of individuals with disabilities by a prominent political…
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Gwen Stefani Invites Bullied Fan on Stage After Spotting His Mom’s Heartfelt Sign
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming moment during her concert in Florida, Gwen Stefani showcased an unexpected act of kindness that has since captured the attention of fans everywhere. While on tour for her album This Is What The Truth Feels Like, Stefani diverted her focus from the music to something profoundly impactful. She spotted…
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The Names My Transgender Child Wasn’t Called
Get Pregnant Fast It was that kind of sweltering day that hints at the impending summer, the sort that makes you forget just how hot it can get after a long winter. In just two months, I’d be shaking my head at my earlier sentiment. It’s like how a mom of a toddler wishes her…
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When Your 4-Year-Old Daughter Feels She Isn’t ‘Pretty Enough’
Get Pregnant Fast The moment I picked up my daughter, Lily, from preschool, I could sense something was off. The lively, cheerful girl who usually bursts out of the classroom was now a quiet shadow of her former self. Instead of her usual joyful sprint towards the car, she walked beside me, her little feet…