Tag: feminism
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Understanding the Distinction Between Empowering Women and Objectifying Them
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, Lane Bryant launched its #ImNoAngel campaign, taking a bold stand against the conventional beauty standards often portrayed by brands like Victoria’s Secret, which typically celebrate a narrow definition of sexy — ultra-thin bodies paired with ample bosoms. The campaign’s mission is clear: to showcase that women of all shapes and sizes…
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Running a Marathon While Bleeding Freely: A Misguided Statement in Female Empowerment
Get Pregnant Fast As a dedicated runner, I often find inspiration in the stories of women, both young and old, who bravely take on their first major race. These narratives typically revolve around themes such as weight loss, conquering illness, or running in honor of a loved one battling disease. However, one particular story stands…
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“I Won’t Allow My Wife to Leave Her Job” Claims Man Seeking “Better” for Her
Get Pregnant Fast As time goes on, I’ve noticed many of my peers advising their partners to abandon their careers in favor of being stay-at-home parents. While the role of a stay-at-home parent certainly comes with its advantages for the family unit, I find myself wanting something different for my wife. This sentiment echoes the…
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I’m a Feminist Mom Who Wants a Boob Job, Like, Yesterday
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get real: I’m not the kind of woman who can claim that the love I have for my body’s journey through motherhood eclipses my disappointment when I catch a glimpse of my sagging breasts, stretched belly, and the beginnings of jowls staring back at me in the mirror. Society often tells…
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6 Insights Moms of Boys Wish Moms of Girls Knew
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I believe we all share common hopes and worries for our children. Yet, as a mom of boys, I’ve noticed that my concerns often diverge from those of mothers raising daughters. There are fundamental differences between boys and girls that shape our parenting experiences uniquely. However, moms of boys…
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15 Empowering Books to Unleash Your Inner Female Badass
Get Pregnant Fast Books, remember those? While many of us have been swept away by the endless scroll of social media (with the average American spending nearly 50 minutes daily on platforms like Facebook), it’s time to reconnect with the written word. If you’re ready to embrace your fierce side, here are 15 books that…
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14 Noteworthy Insights I Had While Watching ‘Baby Boom’ in 2015
Get Pregnant Fast In a moment of mild embarrassment, I recently confessed to friends that I had never seen the 1987 classic, Baby Boom. How could I have overlooked Diane Keaton portraying a high-powered New York City consultant who unexpectedly inherits a toddler instead of a fortune? My friends were shocked and questioned my cinematic…
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To All the Men Who Catcall Women: It’s Time to Stop
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, gentlemen who have ever catcalled or thought about it: let’s have a real talk. It’s time to rethink your approach. First off, let’s be clear: this tactic doesn’t work. As a woman, I can confidently say that I know countless others, and I’ve never heard a single one of them…