Tag: social media
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Is FOGO Replacing FOMO?
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, the concept of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) has captured our collective consciousness, first popularized in a 2011 article in The New York Times. Writer Bella Thompson described it as an overwhelming mix of anxiety, inadequacy, and irritation that arises while scrolling through social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter,…
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Instagram Influencer Shares Crucial Message with Teens: ‘Social Media Is Not Reality’
Get Pregnant Fast In a bold move, 18-year-old social media influencer Mia Thompson is making headlines after deciding to step back from all social media platforms, despite having a massive following. She admits to feeling “miserable” and isolated, having fallen into the trap of seeking validation from strangers online. Now, she’s taking the initiative to…
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Facebook, I Just Can’t Let You Go
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: life is brief, and I’ve only got so many cares to spare. I’ve stopped stressing over trivial matters like my kids’ outfits and whether my favorite leggings are deemed “age-appropriate.” If you ask me about my non-Pinterest-worthy home décor, I’ll just give you…
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No, Sharing Photos of My Kids Isn’t an ‘Invasion of Privacy’
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I find myself snapping countless photos of my little ones. In this age of social media, it’s almost second nature to share those moments online. As a parenting blogger, I might be posting more photos than most, and with my modest fame (at least one person from Canada mentioned…
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Mom Uses Facebook to Call Out Her ‘Bullying’ Son
Get Pregnant Fast In the age of social media, many parents choose to share their parenting experiences online, but one mother from the UK has stirred controversy by publicly calling out her son on Facebook for his bullying behavior. Sarah Mitchell, a 30-year-old mother from Derby, recently found herself at the center of a heated…
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Woman Shares Experience with Body Shaming and Inspires a Wave of Support
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where kindness needs to be emphasized more than ever, a recent incident highlighted the importance of teaching our children to treat others with respect. During a delightful day celebrating free ice cream, Jessica Thompson, who has been on a remarkable weight loss journey, decided to take a break from…
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5 Ways to Keep Throwback Thursday Enjoyable
Get Pregnant Fast We all enjoy reminiscing through old photos—those snapshots that capture our quirky hairstyles, retro fashion choices, or our kids’ adorable chubby cheeks. However, some Thursdays, scrolling through my social media feeds can be a tedious exercise in searching for recent updates amidst a sea of nostalgia. To ensure Throwback Thursday stays the…
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That Facebook ‘Copyright Protection’ Notice Is Absolute Nonsense, So Please Stop Sharing It
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve been scrolling through Facebook lately, you’ve likely come across a barrage of posts from friends and family sharing a dubious copyright notice. And no, I’m not referring to their latest political rants. I’m talking about that ridiculous status update claiming to protect your content from being stolen by Facebook itself—a…
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Why Banning Teens from Social Media Isn’t the Solution to Their Safety
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s digital age, the Internet is no longer a luxury; it’s a lifeline for American teenagers. From accessing news and educational resources to applying for jobs and connecting with friends and family, the online world is integral to their lives. Unlike previous generations, today’s youth have grown up with immediate access…
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Unveiling the Reality Behind Our Facebook Lives
Get Pregnant Fast We often think of social media as a curated gallery of our lives, and perhaps that’s the best way to describe it. While it’s not entirely fabricated, there’s definitely a glossy filter over our day-to-day experiences. Lately, my mornings have been a blur of groggy coffee sips around 7 a.m. as I…