Tag: fatherhood
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Comedian Sparks Controversy with Bathtime Photo of Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent social media uproar, comedian Jake Larson ignited a heated debate after posting a photo of himself taking a bath with his two-year-old daughter. The image, shared on Facebook, quickly drew a mixed bag of reactions, with some users making alarming accusations of inappropriate behavior. Instead of backing down, Larson…
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Reflecting on Sterilization: My Vasectomy Journey After Ten Years
Get Pregnant Fast When you’re married to someone in the healthcare field, you tend to encounter some intriguing literature. As a man, I often find myself drawn to the titles in women’s health magazines—like “The Pursuit of the Ideal Vagina” or “Understanding Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder.” One particular headline caught my eye years ago: “Sterilization Regret…
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20 Surprising Experiences I’ve Had as a Father of Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jake Thompson Updated: Dec. 21, 2023 Originally Published: Oct. 22, 2023 As a father of two daughters, Lily, who is 7, and Zoe, who is 2, I’ve found that raising girls has been a whirlwind of unexpected moments. Growing up with a sister who was significantly older than me, I had…
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Mastering Archery with My Feet Was Easier Than Fatherhood
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming tale of perseverance, Paralympic archer Jake Thompson is competing in his fourth games, all while navigating the challenges of fatherhood. Known for shooting arrows with his feet due to being born without arms, Jake first qualified for the London 2012 Paralympic Games on his initial attempt. As he prepares…
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Men and Miscarriage: The Silent Grief of Dads
Get Pregnant Fast As a father of two wonderful daughters, my life is filled with the colors of pink bows, baby dolls, and an endless soundtrack of Disney songs. My older daughter resembles me with her blue eyes and laid-back attitude, while the younger one embodies her mother’s olive skin and determined spirit. For the…
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To My Ex: One Day You’ll Regret Not Choosing Your Children
Get Pregnant Fast To the father of my kids, a familiar face that feels like a stranger, I’m not angry with you. I feel pity for you. You’re missing out on everything. Last Friday, as I left my heart with you in your apartment for the first time in over a month, I was once…
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No One Talks About the Isolation of Being a New Dad — So I Took Action
Get Pregnant Fast When I became a dad, I quickly realized how isolating this new chapter could be. To address this, I decided to create a supportive community for fathers like me. The response has been nothing short of amazing, both in-person and online. As more dads share their experiences, the importance of community grows.…
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11 Things Dads Say at the Playground (And What They Really Mean)
Get Pregnant Fast When dads gather on the playground, there’s a whole unspoken language at play. Here are some common phrases you might hear, along with the true intentions behind them. They say: “Your little one looks to be about my kid’s age—around 21 months.” They mean: “I’m here with my child and not just…
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As a Father Who Struggles to Express Emotion, I Aim for More for My Son
Get Pregnant Fast I work in a competitive athletics environment where masculinity reigns supreme. The culture is one of toughness, where the mantra is to push through challenges with sheer strength and determination. The young athletes I interact with daily, aged 18 to 22, are all physically impressive—strong, fast, and skilled. However, one of the…
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Honor Your Wives as Mothers: A Dad’s Heartfelt Defense of Co-Sleeping
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting, adjusting priorities is a given, but these changes can often add strain to the partnership with your spouse. One father recently took to social media to stand by his wife and deliver an important message to fathers everywhere: it’s essential to prioritize and respect motherhood. When Nathaniel…