Tag: bullying
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The Day My Son Faced Bullying at School
Get Pregnant Fast It was just another dinner at our home. My son, typically animated, pushed his food around his plate while stealing glances at his father and me. I sensed a heaviness in the air; something was clearly bothering him. As a mother of teenagers, I’ve learned not to pry too much, but when…
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What Breaks My Heart About the Boy Who Had Surgery to Fix His Ears
Get Pregnant Fast You might have come across the heart-wrenching story of a young boy named Ethan who, after facing relentless bullying at school due to his prominent ears, decided to undergo surgery at the tender age of six, with his parents’ support, to have them surgically “pinned back.” While I would never criticize such…
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Mom and Her 7-Year-Old Daughter with Disabilities Heckled at Political Rally
Get Pregnant Fast A Colorado mother recently shared a troubling experience she and her 7-year-old daughter endured at a political rally. This mom, who wishes to remain impartial in her voting choices, took her daughter, Emma, to see the Republican candidate in action. Emma, who was born with several disabilities, has faced numerous challenges throughout…
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To the Young Ladies Who Disparaged My Son at the Mall
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: April 11, 2023 Originally Published: February 4, 2015 Last night, as I strolled through the nearly deserted mall with my two youngest kids, I noticed a group of five girls trailing us by a few paces. We had just enjoyed a movie and were in high spirits, making our way to…
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School’s Unintended Mockery of Bullying Raises Concerns Among Parents
Get Pregnant Fast In a surprising turn of events, a Delaware school district has come under fire for inadvertently sending out an email that included a parody bullying report form. This form, which referred to students as “whiners” and used derogatory language, has left many parents feeling unsettled and questioning the school’s commitment to addressing…
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Three First Grade Girls Attempt to Harm Classmate
Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling incident from an Alaskan elementary school, three first-grade girls were caught attempting to poison a classmate’s lunch using silica gel packs. Thankfully, their disturbing plot was thwarted before anyone was harmed, but the mere fact that such a scheme was conceived is both alarming and heart-wrenching. It raises serious…
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Adults Must Recall That Childhood Is Challenging
Get Pregnant Fast It’s common for adults to discuss how to prepare children for the “real world.” We often throw around terms like “special snowflake” and criticize parents for being too protective. The sentiment is that children won’t learn to navigate real-life hurdles if they expect a participation trophy for merely showing up or if…
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Scientists Rally Around 7-Year-Old Girl Bullied for Her Passion for Bugs
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming turn of events, scientists have stepped in to support a seven-year-old girl facing bullying due to her love for insects. This young nature enthusiast’s journey took an inspiring twist when her mother sought help from the scientific community after witnessing her daughter’s struggles at school. Meet Emily Emily is…
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Where Were the Parents in ‘Stand By Me’?
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s take a moment to revisit the classic film ‘Stand By Me’, shall we? I distinctly recall the first time I watched it at 12 years old, huddled in front of a VHS player with my best friend. Those boys seemed to have it all figured out, and let’s be honest, who…
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When Parents Turn a Blind Eye to Bullying, Town Implements Fines for Their Children’s Actions
Get Pregnant Fast In a bold move, a town in Wisconsin has decided to hold parents accountable for their children’s repeated bullying behaviors by imposing fines of $124. While this approach may seem harsh, the question arises: if parents aren’t willing to address the issue, who will? Forcing parents to face financial repercussions might be…