Tag: societal expectations
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Seeing Through Each Other’s Eyes: Navigating Different Perspectives in Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast When I became a mother, my entire world shifted. Every experience, every moment, was now viewed through the lens of motherhood. The arrival of our children became my greatest source of empowerment. Nursing, soothing, and caring for them turned into my life’s most meaningful endeavors. I found strength in being their safe…
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Writer Calls Yoga Pants ‘An Attack on Decorum’
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jessica Monroe Updated: Feb. 12, 2017 Originally Published: Dec. 19, 2016 Let’s get one thing straight: you can achieve success while rocking yoga pants. Seriously, trust us on this one. A common argument against yoga pants is that they make women so comfortable that we lose our drive and become content…
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Enough with the “Having It All” Narrative
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s talk about the notion of “having it all.” Phrases like “lean in,” “work-life balance,” and “integrated life” have been thrown at us as if they hold the keys to empowerment and stress relief. But honestly, they’re misleading. What started as a feminist rallying cry for equality has unfortunately devolved into an…
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A Letter to the Dad at Drop-Off
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there! I realize we’ve never really exchanged a full “hello” during drop-off like I do with the other parents. Honestly, it’s just not something I typically do with men I don’t know. I mean, just look at me—my hair is a tangled mess, I’ve got those telltale bags under my eyes,…
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Don’t Feel Sorry for Me Because I’m Childless
Get Pregnant Fast I’ll be the first to admit that my maternal instincts seem to have some wiring issues. I was never one of those girls who dreamt of becoming a mother, and even now, that dream remains unfulfilled. Over the years, I’ve bounced back and forth on the idea of having kids—it’s been like…
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Yes, My 3-Year-Old Still Uses a Pacifier
Get Pregnant Fast As my son approaches his third birthday next month, he still relies on his beloved pacifier, which he affectionately calls his “bink.” I’d like to say I’m unfazed by the opinions of others regarding his pacifier use at this age, but that wouldn’t be entirely accurate. Deep down, I grapple with feelings…
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The Underlying Message of Dress Codes: Your Body Disturbs Us
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s dive into a pressing question: Are leggings classified as pants or tights? This debate, while seemingly trivial, reflects a larger conversation about how we perceive bodies in society. As I drop my daughter off at her new middle school, I can’t help but remember my own experiences in this awkward phase…
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Hillary Clinton Represents Every Woman (Yes, Really)
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, many women find themselves balancing support for their partners’ aspirations with their own dreams. The narrative often involves taking a back seat, adopting a partner’s surname for societal recognition, altering personal appearance to fit expectations, and dedicating years to nurturing their loved ones’ ambitions. This story resonates with many…