Tag: children’s perceptions
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Mommy’s Tummy: A Soft Spot for Love
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks ago, while enjoying a cozy reading session with my little ones, my five-year-old son snuggled up to me and remarked that I had a very squishy tummy. I paused the story, grappling with a whirlwind of thoughts. As a contemporary woman, I understand that my body is not perfect,…
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Understanding the Impact of Donald Trump’s Words on Young Girls
Get Pregnant Fast When we reflect on the rhetoric of Donald Trump, the Republican nominee for President, it’s impossible to ignore the troubling messages he conveys about women. Statements like, “A person who is very flat-chested is very hard to be a 10,” and “Look at that face! Would anyone vote for that?” reveal a…
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Mothers: You May Feel Overlooked, But I Acknowledge You
Get Pregnant Fast It was time for Back-to-School night, a moment filled with both excitement and nerves for me as an educator. The classroom began to fill with bright-eyed 4-year-olds accompanied by their families. A little boy and his mother approached with smiles, and she introduced him, “This is Ethan.” “Pleasure to meet you, Ethan.…