Tag: body positivity
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Do You Really Need To Shave Your Legs Today?
Get Pregnant Fast We all know the drill: it’s leg shaving day and the thought of it feels like a chore. But let’s be honest, do you really have to go through with it today? This topic has been on the minds of many since it first emerged back in 2015, and it still sparks…
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Hilary Lane: “I’m Not Showcasing My Post-Baby Body, I’m Just Running an Errand”
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where celebrity moms often face overwhelming pressure to bounce back to their pre-baby figures almost immediately after childbirth, Hilary Lane recently shed light on this intense scrutiny. During an honest conversation with a popular parenting magazine, she revealed her thoughts on the unrealistic expectations that come with being a…
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Who Is That Woman My Partner Sees?
Get Pregnant Fast My partner appreciates my appearance in a way that fills me with warmth. If you asked him to describe me, he’d say I have thick, shimmering hair that cascades in waves. He’d insist that I don’t need makeup; my sparkling blue eyes hold enough secrets and charm to illuminate my face. He’s…
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Why You Should Avoid Commenting On (Or Touching) A Pregnant Woman’s Body
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy, childbirth, and the journey into motherhood are transformative experiences for women. When a woman becomes pregnant, she essentially shares her body with another life for about 10 months—closer to a year than the commonly stated nine months—and often longer if she chooses to breastfeed. During this time, her body undergoes significant…
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I’m a Feminist Mom Who Wants a Boob Job, Like, Yesterday
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get real: I’m not the kind of woman who can claim that the love I have for my body’s journey through motherhood eclipses my disappointment when I catch a glimpse of my sagging breasts, stretched belly, and the beginnings of jowls staring back at me in the mirror. Society often tells…
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Mom Channels Calvin Klein Ad to Empower Women About Post-Baby Bodies
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where postpartum bodies often face scrutiny, one mom decided to take a stand and embrace the beauty of her transformation. Inspired by Kendall Jenner’s recent Calvin Klein campaign, Jessica Hart, a 26-year-old mother, recreated the iconic ad to send a powerful message about body acceptance after childbirth. For many…
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4 Realities About Our Post-Baby Bodies
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a Saturday morning, and I’m racing against the clock to snag a spot in my favorite 8 a.m. step class. The usual attendees are primarily women in their late 30s to early 50s. Today, however, I walk in behind two fresh-faced first-time moms. I overhear their conversation, and it hits home:…
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Embracing Body Positivity: My Journey with My Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast By: Michelle Thompson I’m not going to sugarcoat it: I’m fat. My daughter, Lily, is also fat. Together, we’re a dynamic duo of confidence, and honestly, we think we’re pretty awesome. But let’s rewind a bit. Before Lily was born, I found myself praying, “Please, whoever is up there, let me not…
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Meteorologist Stands Up to Body Critics During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating a pregnancy can be challenging enough on its own, but imagine doing it while being in front of a camera every day. That’s the reality for local meteorologist, Sarah Thompson, who works for Channel 5 in Chicago. Recently, she decided to address the unwarranted remarks she’s received about her changing body…
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A Conversation for the Future
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: January 27, 2023 Originally Published: July 18, 2010 As is common with children at this age, my three-year-old son has begun to inquire about human anatomy. Recently, he asked me, “Where’s your belly button?” mixing up the terms in the way only a child can. “Mommies don’t have penises,” I explained…