Tag: women empowerment
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Chrissy Teigen Missed the Memo About Pregnancy Fashion
Get Pregnant Fast It seems that model and television personality Chrissy Teigen hasn’t received the update that pregnant women are expected to don frumpy attire like burlap sacks or oversized muumuus. Despite being in the spotlight with her growing baby bump, she continues to flaunt her signature sexy style, and honestly, there’s absolutely nothing wrong…
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Sisters by Choice: A Bond Beyond Blood
Get Pregnant Fast If friends are the family we choose, then my closest girlfriends and I have happily filled our lives with sisterhood, even in the absence of biological siblings. I grew up as an only child, while my friends, Sarah, Emily, and Lisa each have brothers. Our friend Rachel sadly lost her sister to…
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The Essential Friends Who Help You Navigate Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to balancing the demands of motherhood and marriage, having a solid support system of fierce and unapologetic friends is crucial. I like to refer to them as my soul sisters—they truly understand and accept me without passing judgment. These remarkable women are essential to my heart, mind, and overall…
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Letter to a Young Feminist
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Mia, This marks the second time in just a fortnight that you’ve chosen to name an object “Lipstick.” I believe it’s time to put an end to this. You’re only 4! If you want to call that tiny bear Chapstick, by all means, go for it. But this Lipstick trend? Let’s…
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Why Every Woman Should Have a Gay Best Friend
Get Pregnant Fast As nontraditional students in our 30s, my friend Jacob and I found ourselves at a crossroads, ready to complete our degrees after years of living life to the fullest. I was in my last year of college when our paths crossed in class. Jacob and I quickly hit it off—sharing casual conversations…
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I’m Child-Free and Content: Let’s Break the Stigma
Get Pregnant Fast When child-free women share our stories, we often kick off with a disclaimer: “I adore kids! I’m not a bad person, so please don’t judge!” While I won’t stray far from that script—because, yes, I genuinely enjoy the company of children—I find it disheartening that those of us without kids feel compelled…
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Embracing Imperfections: How Megan Taylor Celebrates Her Cellulite
Get Pregnant Fast Megan Taylor is setting a powerful example for women everywhere by proudly showcasing her cellulite and reminding us that we are all beautiful, just as we are. In a world inundated with perfect images of celebrities, it’s easy to forget that imperfections are part of being human. This is why it’s so…
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Empowering My Daughter: Lessons on Self-Esteem
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often reflect on my own struggles with self-esteem, which have persisted throughout my life. I vividly recall my childhood, filled with shyness and an overwhelming embarrassment about my appearance. During those hot summer months, I would often be found in long jeans and sweaters, desperately trying to hide…
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The Reality of Skinny-Shaming: Not a Compliment
Get Pregnant Fast Last week, I picked up my daughter from basketball practice, and as soon as she settled into the car, she sighed, “I really need to lift weights. My arms are too skinny.” Looking at her in the rear-view mirror, I could see the self-critique taking shape. “Your arms are just fine. Did…
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The Most Problematic Diet Plan Name: A Critical Take
Get Pregnant Fast It’s hard to believe that in the realm of diet plans, a title could spark such outrage, but here we are. Just after Christmas, Australian nutritionist Jenna Lane introduced her much-anticipated weight loss program, provocatively titled “Stop Being A Fat B*tch.” The backlash was swift and significant. As it turns out, women…