Tag: empowerment
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I’m Not Apologizing for Supporting My Daughter’s ‘Girly’ Side
Get Pregnant Fast When I was a young girl, I found immense joy in rummaging through my mother’s wardrobe, experimenting with her shoes and makeup. The 80s were a colorful time, filled with silky, sparkly, and voluminous clothing—especially those iconic red patent leather heels that I adored. Fashion was my passion; I would eagerly flip…
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I Still Fear for My Safety
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting I Still Fear for My Safety by Jenna Smith Updated: August 21, 2015 Originally Published: May 4, 2015 It took me a while to reveal my address to my partner. When he finally stepped inside, his first remark was not about my absence of a TV or my overflowing bookshelf. “Wow,”…
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5 Strategies for Nurturing a Confident Daughter Who Voices Her Thoughts
Get Pregnant Fast On a recent morning, I received an unexpected call from my daughter’s science teacher. She expressed concern that my typically enthusiastic daughter was struggling in her favorite subject. Upon speaking with her, I learned that my daughter felt overwhelmed and anxious about asking questions in class, often preferring to remain silent rather…
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Fashion Designers Transform Unappealing Hospital Gowns for Young Patients
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming initiative, a program called Ward + Robes is collaborating with fashion designers to revamp the drab hospital gown, allowing young patients to express their individuality even during challenging times. For many children, extended hospital stays mean the traditional gown becomes their everyday attire, which is where Ward + Robes…
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Adulting School: A New Approach to Empowering Millennials
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s fast-paced world, a new initiative in Maine is addressing a pressing issue: the growing number of Millennials who find themselves unprepared for the realities of adulthood. Enter the Adulting School, a unique establishment dedicated to equipping young adults with essential life skills that many have missed out on due to…
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21 Reasons I’m Grateful for My Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I had a moment that made me reflect on my journey since my divorce. After a work event, a young girl approached me with a box of her homemade jewelry, selling them to help her mom with a phone bill. Feeling inspired, I bought a bracelet that caught my eye. It…
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What Hillary Clinton Represents for a Dad of Young Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast This isn’t a political commentary, so let’s clear that up right from the start. This piece isn’t about endorsing a political party or advocating for Hillary Clinton as our next commander-in-chief. Instead, it’s about what it means for me as a father to be able to tell my daughters that they have…
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Stop Expecting Women to Smile: A Call for Respect
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve ever strolled down a bustling street without a broad grin plastered on your face, chances are you’ve encountered unsolicited remarks urging you to smile. “You’d look so much prettier if you smiled!” or “Hey, sweetheart, just give us a smile!” These comments often come from men who seem to believe…