Tag: empathy
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Reflecting on My Adolescence to Support My Teens Through Theirs
Get Pregnant Fast As I observe my children navigating the tumultuous waters of adolescence, I feel a mix of pride and nostalgia. Having experienced these same challenges, I find myself in a unique position, one that allows me to empathize with their struggles. I remember vividly what it was like to be a teen, with…
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Navigating the Spectrum: A Perspective on Autism and Self-Identification
Get Pregnant Fast In a notable interview with Brian Williams on NBC, comedian Jerry Seinfeld recently expressed that he sees himself as existing somewhere on the autism spectrum. When asked why, he described certain traits: “You’re never paying attention to the right things. Basic social engagement is really a struggle. I’m very literal.” Seinfeld emphasized…
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Lessons in Life and Light: A Journey Through Pregnancy Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast For a year and a half before I and my partner began our journey toward parenthood, I immersed myself in every resource about pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting imaginable. I devoured documentaries, explored countless blogs and books, chatted with friends, and even interviewed a midwife—all in preparation for the moment when we would…
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Let’s Show More Understanding for Families Facing Food Allergies
Get Pregnant Fast Food allergies are an invisible struggle that many families endure daily. As someone whose child is fortunate enough to be in a preschool without food allergies, I often find it easy to pack simple, repetitive lunches. My son enjoys a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, apple slices, grapes, snap pea crisps, and…