Tag: consent
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7 Warning Signs of Date Rape: What to Look Out For
Get Pregnant Fast On a seemingly ordinary spring day, I found myself in an unimaginable situation that altered my perception of safety forever. I woke up in a charming guesthouse in Florence, Italy, excited for the adventures that lay ahead during my semester abroad. I never anticipated that my day would end with a stranger,…
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Autocorrect Highlights Language’s Role in Rape Culture
Get Pregnant Fast A recent public service announcement (PSA) cleverly utilizes autocorrect features in text messaging to shed light on the insidious nature of rape culture. The short 30-second video depicts a conversation between two friends, reflecting on a party from the previous night. One friend mentions, “Remember that drunk girl I was talking to…
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8 Essential Conversations to Have with Your Teenage Son About Sex
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of a teenage son, I often find myself feeling like I’m in over my head. It seems like having a child who is now entering his teenage years is something that should be reserved for those who are more seasoned and knowledgeable. Yet, here I am, faced with the…
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No, I’m Not Piercing My Daughter’s Ears
Get Pregnant Fast I remember getting my first tattoo on my 18th birthday. I made a trip to the DMV to trade my learner’s permit for a state ID, then ventured to a tattoo parlor in a strip mall, sandwiched between a Chinese restaurant and a Dunkin’ Donuts. I wish I could say I had…
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Dad Teaches His Daughter a Valuable Lesson by ‘Inviting’ Her to the Father-Daughter Dance
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming display of thoughtfulness, a single father recently made headlines by showing his young daughter a crucial lesson in consent. The story, which has captivated audiences online, highlights the importance of giving children the power to make their own choices. Mark Thompson, the dad in question, created a charming setup…
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Raising Our Sons to Respect Boundaries: A Parent’s Guide
Get Pregnant Fast Dear fellow parents, When I say, “It’s essential to teach our sons not to commit acts of violence or coercion,” here’s what I mean: Begin Early Start while they’re still young and impressionable. Begin by instilling a sense of respect for their own bodies. We teach them the importance of eating nutritious…
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Man Publicly Declares He Won’t Date a Feminist—Feminists Respond with a Sigh of Relief
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent uproar, a 25-year-old columnist named Mark Thompson, who has self-identified as an authority on narrow-minded ideologies, boldly claimed he will never date a feminist. In his article, he dismissively states that women have been misled about issues like the wage gap, campus rape culture, and systemic oppression. His reasoning,…
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Rediscovering My Voice After Trauma
Get Pregnant Fast I experienced the trauma of sexual assault once in my life. It happened during my younger years when I was a vibrant, ambitious graduate student who let loose a bit too much one night. I woke up the next day feeling as if I had lost not just my voice, but so…
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Understanding How We Unintentionally Expose Our Children to Rape Culture
Get Pregnant Fast The “It’s On Us” initiative has released a powerful video that sheds light on how we inadvertently contribute to rape culture through our everyday language and attitudes. Phrases like “He’s just teasing you because he likes you” or “Just toughen up” may seem harmless, but they can have profound implications. It’s time…
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Why Our Sons Need Feminism, And Feminism Needs Them
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, it’s essential to understand that the future lies in the hands of our children. To foster meaningful change, we must invest in their upbringing. Home is where they acquire their knowledge about the world—language, social interaction, and gender norms. As a parent, it’s my responsibility to model acceptable behavior…