Tag: gender expectations
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Things People Say When You’re Expecting Another Boy
Get Pregnant Fast When I was pregnant with my first son, I had a chance encounter with a real estate agent who had helped us purchase our home. Excitedly, I shared my news, only to hear her say, “It’s better to have a boy first, you know, to get it out of the way.” I…
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No Need to Feel Sorry for Me for Having ‘Another’ Son
Get Pregnant Fast I’m expecting my second child—another boy. After this, my family plan is complete, and I’m genuinely, absolutely, completely fine with that. But I’ve come to realize that I’ll be explaining my contentment for many years to come. Gender disappointment is a common phenomenon, where parents feel let down if their child doesn’t…
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The Heart-Wrenching Reason I Choose Not to Have a Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast From the moment I learned about the possibility of parenthood, I was convinced I would welcome a son into my life. Sure, I understand the science behind gender determination and the 50/50 odds of having a boy or girl. Yet, in my heart, I felt destined to be a proud boy mom.…