Tag: community support
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A Philadelphia Mom’s Initiative for an Autism-Friendly Checkout Line
Get Pregnant Fast A Philadelphia mom is making waves with her initiative for a new autism-friendly checkout line at a local ShopRite. After a particularly challenging shopping experience, Heather Thompson decided to take action by starting a petition aimed at large retail chains to establish a checkout lane that caters to children on the autism…
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Classroom Celebration as Student Receives Ivy League Acceptance
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming moment that will tug at your heartstrings, an excited senior named Alex Thompson at TM Landry College Prep in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, received the life-changing news of his acceptance into Cornell University. As his classmates and teachers gathered around, the atmosphere was charged with anticipation and support, showcasing the…
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A Heartfelt Thanks to the Supportive Men Empowering Our Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast Receiving compliments from my father was like finding a needle in a haystack. As an outspoken New Englander with a sharp tongue, he didn’t hesitate to voice his opinions, yet the words “I’m proud of you” were rarely uttered unless I achieved something monumental. Despite his sparse praise, I found myself striving…
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My Chosen Family: The Key to Our Happiness
Get Pregnant Fast Maintaining my sanity is possible thanks to two families. Like everyone else, I have my biological family and my in-laws. But I also have a third family, one that is not bound by blood or obligation. This family is composed of individuals I chose for myself, just as they chose me. I…
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Postpartum Depression and Suicide: The Need for a Stronger Community
Get Pregnant Fast I recently came across yet another young mother who tragically lost her fight against postpartum depression. She was part of one of my breastfeeding groups online, and my heart aches for her family and friends. It’s time for us to have a serious conversation about postpartum depression (PPD), and I urge you…
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On “Single-Mommin’ It” … But Not Quite
Get Pregnant Fast My partner is a doctor, which means he spends a lot of time away from home. When he is around, he truly is an amazing dad and husband. There are moments filled with laughter, Lego masterpieces, and delicious homemade treats. However, more often than not, it’s just me and our kids navigating…
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To Trans Youth in Today’s America
Get Pregnant Fast To all the trans youth navigating life under the current political climate, I want to share a message from the heart: the world is far more expansive and compassionate than you may realize. In my community, there’s an online hub filled with countless individuals sharing resources and offering support. But there’s a…