Tag: consent
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Consent Matters: Why My Child Has the Right to Decline Your Hug
Get Pregnant Fast We found ourselves in a bustling doctor’s office, waiting by an aquarium filled with colorful fish. My daughter, around six years old, was happily playing when another child, roughly her age, approached, accompanied by her mother. In mere moments, the girl leaned in close to my daughter, trying to initiate a hug.…
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Almost Does Count: A Cautionary Tale of Youth and Choices
Get Pregnant Fast “Can I please go over?” I begged my mom, desperate on the phone. At just 14 years old, with the school year nearing its end and a half-day ahead, I was itching to hang out with my friend, Sarah—the girl with the glossy black hair and flawless features. My mom was hesitant.…
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A Letter to My Children About Fifty Shades of Grey
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Beloved Children, Tonight, I found myself giving in to peer pressure (the very thing I always warn you against) and decided to accompany some friends to watch Fifty Shades of Grey. I ignored that nagging voice inside my head urging me to just say “no!” after all, it’s just a movie,…
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Why We Must Expose Child Abusers (Yes, We’re Talking About You, Duggars)
Get Pregnant Fast As a child, I vividly remember the moment I realized something was horribly wrong. At just 7 or 8 years old, I found myself paralyzed with fear and confusion while someone I trusted crossed a line I didn’t know how to articulate. When he violated my personal space, I remained silent, even…
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Why Should My Kids Hug When I Don’t?
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all been there—forced to embrace a smelly relative at a family gathering, perhaps even kissing them, leaving us with an unforgettable sense of discomfort. I know that feeling all too well, and it’s precisely why I refuse to make my children hug or kiss anyone against their will. I strongly believe…
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How the Digital Age Has Transformed the “Birds and the Bees” Conversation
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jessica Turner Updated: Dec. 18, 2023 Originally Published: June 25, 2011 The day arrived sooner than I anticipated. My 9-year-old son, Ethan, giggled nervously as he recounted a moment from his day at school. He searched my face for a reaction, and I fought to hide my surprise, determined to appear…
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Stop Guilt-Trip My Kids Into Giving You Hugs
Get Pregnant Fast It all began quite innocently during a family visit. My two little ones, Max and Lily, were having a blast with my aunt, who was clearly enamored by their youthful energy. At ages 4 and almost 2, they are undeniably adorable, and I can’t help but feel that my own appeal has…
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5 Essential Lessons for My Daughter on Her First Time
Get Pregnant Fast As my daughter approaches her 14th birthday, I find it crucial to have open conversations about sensitive topics like relationships and intimacy. While I had similar discussions with my own mother, I know that many young girls lean towards their friends for advice on such matters. It’s natural for her to seek…
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Preparing Your Children for Life Beyond the Nest
Get Pregnant Fast After nearly 15 years of marriage, I’ve gained quite a bit of insight into the distinct traits of boys and girls—at least within my own family dynamic. While I wouldn’t know how to navigate my way west if my life depended on it, my husband can’t seem to locate the mayonnaise in…
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Brock Turner Set to Be Released This Friday After Serving Just Half of His Controversial Sentence
Get Pregnant Fast Brock Allen Turner is poised for release this Friday, having served merely three months of a six-month sentence. His case has sparked outrage and disbelief across the nation. The Incident On January 18, 2014, 19-year-old Brock Turner was apprehended after two Stanford University students witnessed him assaulting an unconscious woman behind a…