Tag: gender equality
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Changing Stations Coming to Men’s Restrooms Nationwide, Thanks to New Legislation!
Get Pregnant Fast Finding a changing station can be a real challenge for parents, especially for dads. Fortunately, that’s about to change. Last week, President Johnson signed a groundbreaking law that will require more changing stations in federal buildings across the United States. This initiative follows the introduction of the “Bathrooms Accessible in Every Situation”…
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Man’s Op-Ed on Equal Pay Sparks Outrage, Society Reacts with a Resounding ‘NO’
Get Pregnant Fast In a time when discussions around equal pay for equal work should have reached a consensus, a recent op-ed by a local political figure has raised eyebrows and ignited significant backlash. The Vice-Chair of Riverside County GOP, Mark Sullivan, has taken a stance that many view as a throwback to outdated ideologies,…
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Are Beyoncé and I Raising an Anti-Feminist Son?
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Carter Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 Originally Published: Jan. 21, 2015 It all started when my son pointed out that if a song had the same lyrics but focused on boys, it would likely be labeled as sexist. My response? “You’re absolutely right.” And thus, the debate began. He struggles to…
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Raising a Feminist Daughter: Navigating the Challenges and Triumphs
Get Pregnant Fast “I want to be a scientist,” declares my 5-year-old daughter, Lily. The term ‘scientist’ is now a badge of honor; it signifies intelligence, curiosity, and a zest for discovery. This positive evolution of language is heartening. Lily is captivated by animated movies like Big Hero 6, particularly the scenes where the protagonist…
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What Hillary Clinton Represents for a Dad of Young Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast This isn’t a political commentary, so let’s clear that up right from the start. This piece isn’t about endorsing a political party or advocating for Hillary Clinton as our next commander-in-chief. Instead, it’s about what it means for me as a father to be able to tell my daughters that they have…
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Stop Expecting Women to Smile: A Call for Respect
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve ever strolled down a bustling street without a broad grin plastered on your face, chances are you’ve encountered unsolicited remarks urging you to smile. “You’d look so much prettier if you smiled!” or “Hey, sweetheart, just give us a smile!” These comments often come from men who seem to believe…
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My Partner ‘Contributes’ to Parenting Because He’s a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast I need to share something that’s been on my mind lately. And it’s a rather significant something. Wouldn’t it be refreshing to exist in a society where men aren’t elevated for merely “contributing” to the care of their children? Imagine a world where fathers caring for their kids isn’t seen as something…
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Chelsea Targeted for Missing Daughter’s Preschool Debut: A Reflection on Gender Bias
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, navigating motherhood and career shouldn’t feel like an uphill battle, yet the consistent sexist narratives remain frustratingly prevalent. Recently, an article scrutinized Melissa Carter, a working mother, for missing her daughter’s first day of preschool. The piece even questioned why her mother, a leading political figure, wasn’t at home…