Tag: beauty standards
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Are 11-Year-Old Girls Too Young to Shave Their Legs?
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent advice column, a mother expressed her concern about her 11-year-old daughter wanting to shave her legs. The letter raised a thought-provoking question: When is the right age for a girl to start shaving? The columnist, Jane Thompson, suggested that the appropriate time is when a girl feels uncomfortable about…
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Nurturing Healthy Daughters Who Understand That No Woman is an ‘Angel’
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating womanhood is a journey, one that I have experienced both before and after becoming a mother. I started off as a tomboy, awkwardly flirting with makeup and fashion, including the elusive cat-eye eyeliner (which I never mastered). Throughout my career, I’ve learned that being a woman in the workplace often comes…
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Why I Choose Not to Call My Daughter Beautiful
Get Pregnant Fast When my daughter, Mia, hit the age of 2, she began to resemble a little version of her dad, and her beauty truly blossomed. Her hair falls perfectly in a charmingly tousled part, with dark roots contrasting beautifully against her baby curls. Honestly, every time I gaze at her, I have an…
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Forget the Beauty Standards: A Real Mom’s Anthem
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest: being a mom is a whirlwind of chaos, and we often find ourselves buried under a mountain of to-dos. The truth is, we don’t always have the luxury to look polished or put together. Enter comedian Mia Harrington, who penned a relatable anthem that speaks volumes to all of…
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I Can’t Embrace the ‘No Hair’ Trend
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, I attended an event focused on ending violence against women. It was a powerful gathering, with various speakers shedding light on important issues. One particular moment struck me deeply: a young woman recited a passage from Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues, starting with the line, “You cannot love…
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Is Getting Your Hair Done Post-Delivery Really Necessary? Let’s Talk.
Get Pregnant Fast You know, every day I find myself a little more baffled by the world we live in. As someone who spends a lot of time online, I often think I’ve seen it all, yet I’m continually surprised. Just yesterday, my social media feed was filled with a New York Times piece titled…
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Humans of New York Post Delivers a Powerful Message of Body Positivity
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent post that has taken the internet by storm, Humans of New York shared a heartwarming story that speaks volumes about body positivity—a message we could all benefit from. The post features a captivating image of a woman proudly holding her cellphone, showcasing a collection of artistic portrayals of her…
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“You Don’t Need to Conform to Beauty Standards”: Powerful Photo Series Gains Attention
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where beauty standards can feel suffocating, a talented photographer from New Jersey has created a compelling photo series that’s resonating widely. The series, titled “Project: Self Acceptance,” is sending a powerful message: “You don’t owe prettiness to anyone.” In just a few days, this impactful project has garnered over…
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If We Could Move Beyond Physical Appearance in How We Treat Women, That Would Be Amazing
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s society, the emphasis on physical beauty often overshadows the true value of women. As someone who recognizes that I hold a certain level of attractiveness, I can’t help but reflect on how deeply ingrained this societal norm is. All women, regardless of their looks, are acutely aware of the importance…