Tag: Child Welfare
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Mother Arrested for Leaving 8 and 9-Year-Old Home Alone While Picking Up Takeout
Get Pregnant Fast A Maryland mother found herself in hot water after leaving her two children, aged eight and nine, alone in their vacation rental in Delaware while she stepped out to grab some takeout. The incident raises numerous questions that many parents face when deciding whether to leave their children at home unsupervised. How…
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Pediatric Surgeon Advocates for Stricter Gun Control in Heartfelt Appeal
Get Pregnant Fast In an eye-opening appeal, Dr. Samuel Harris, a pediatric surgeon and associate professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin, has taken a stand against gun violence, emphasizing the urgent need for improved gun control measures. Rather than merely treating the aftermath of gun-related injuries, he is now committed to preventing these tragedies…
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Yes, Being a Foster Parent Can Break Your Heart, But Don’t Let That Hold You Back
Get Pregnant Fast When you embark on the journey of foster care and adoption, you’re stepping into a world filled with heartache, loss, and challenges. You’re signing up for sleepless nights and draining days. As you open your heart to those in need, you also welcome a whirlwind of emotions and experiences that can feel…
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Child Notices Classmate Lacks Lunch, Packs Extras for Months
Get Pregnant Fast In an inspiring act of compassion, a mother from New Mexico discovered that her son’s classmate was going without proper meals at school. When Josie Martinez learned that her son, Alex, was packing extra food, she initially thought it was just his growing appetite. It wasn’t long before she realized that Alex…
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Time to Put an End to Corporal Punishment in Schools
Get Pregnant Fast Reflecting on my early school days in a quaint little town, I can vividly recall the fear that loomed over students who found themselves in trouble. When kids were sent to the principal’s office, it was often whispered about with a mix of dread and curiosity. The questions that followed, like “Did…
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Perception vs. Reality: You’re Doing Better Than You Think
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself being my own worst critic. It’s easy to feel like I’m failing when I lose my cool, whip up a less-than-stellar dinner, or just can’t muster the energy to play yet another round of Candy Land. However, when I take a step back, I realize…
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Court Decides Couple Can’t Foster Due to Beliefs on Spanking
Get Pregnant Fast In a notable ruling, a court has determined that a couple cannot become foster parents because of their belief in corporal punishment. The issue of spanking is a contentious one in the realm of parenting, particularly when it comes to the welfare of foster children. Recently, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court made…
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Kitchen Manager Terminated for Providing Free Lunches to Students in Need
Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling incident from a Colorado elementary school, a kitchen manager was dismissed last week for her decision to offer complimentary lunches to students who couldn’t afford to pay. This situation raises serious questions about compassion and care within the Cherry Creek public school district. Maria Harper, a devoted mother of…
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Foster Parent’s Heartfelt Post Highlights the Daily Struggles of Foster Children
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful Facebook post that has captured widespread attention, foster parent Emily recently shared her experiences, revealing the profound challenges foster children face. Her heartfelt message has resonated with many, garnering over 42,000 shares and 6 million views within days. “Today in court,” Emily began, “I found myself holding onto something…
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My Complicated Feelings Toward My Son’s Unknown Birth Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating my emotions has become a daily challenge. Some days, I find myself grappling with the love I feel for a woman I should despise, or the hatred I have for someone I ought to appreciate. How is it possible to feel so intensely about a person I’ve never met? Yet, it’s…