Tag: judgment
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Viral Tantrum Video Highlights the Dangers of Judging Parenting Choices
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting, we all face those challenging moments when our children throw tantrums, and the weight of judgment from onlookers can feel overwhelming. This experience is magnified when a child has special needs, as strangers often make assumptions that can be deeply hurtful and misleading. A mother named Lisa…
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To the Grocery Store Cashier: Your Judgment Isn’t Welcome
Get Pregnant Fast “Do you have a loyalty card?” the grocery store cashier inquires, his tone friendly. This part is genuine; he spoke real words. I hand him my card, he scans it, and our transaction begins. However, it quickly spirals into a mental debate, all thanks to my own insecurities. This guy seems new,…
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An Open Letter to the Observer Who Critiqued My Parenting at Brunch
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Observant Stranger, You likely don’t remember my family or me, but your judgment was immediate and clear. “We would never let our kids be glued to screens during family meals,” you said to your partner, glancing our way. In that moment, it became apparent that you would never allow your future…
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Pacifiers and Other Parenting Tools Subject to Judgment
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of parenting, pacifiers often attract unsolicited opinions. There’s an undeniable social pressure surrounding the use of pacifiers, strollers, and other tools that are meant to simplify the parenting journey. If a child is seen with a pacifier at an age deemed “too old,” it seems that some feel compelled…
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To the Moms I Once Judged
Get Pregnant Fast Dear fellow mothers, Reflecting on my past, I have to reach out to all the moms I’ve unfairly criticized. To the moms I’ve looked down upon for choosing a C-section, I now understand it’s far from an easy route. To the moms I’ve judged for not breastfeeding, I realize that sometimes a…
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My Parenting Choices Don’t Reflect on Yours
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often find ourselves discussing judgment, and rightly so. A glance at any news article involving parents or a peek into the comments section of discussions about parenting choices reveals a staggering amount of criticism aimed at moms and dads. It’s unfortunate, but it’s a reality we face. However, there…
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The Journey to Understanding Other Mothers
Get Pregnant Fast It was a late Saturday afternoon when my partner and I decided to stop at a travel center for coffee after a fun day out. While I remained in the car, humming along to an old Whitney Houston tune, my partner went inside. A car pulled up next to me, and a…
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Together in the Chaos: Understanding the Frustration Behind Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast As a busy parent of twin toddlers, I often find myself squeezing in moments to write amidst the whirlwind of daily life—cooking, diaper changes, laundry, and the endless cycle of cleaning. Between all that, I sometimes pour my thoughts onto the page, sharing my journey through mental health challenges, past addictions, and…
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The Apology from the Mom Who Assumed
Get Pregnant Fast “I owe you an apology. I made a snap judgment when I saw you come in with your kids, and I needed to make things right.” Last weekend, I strolled into a restaurant with three of my children. I was dressed in an off-the-shoulder top, trendy earrings, skinny jeans, and open-toed heels,…
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Let’s Stop Criticizing Parents for Every Little Choice They Make
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, it seems like there’s an abundance of judgment and criticism directed at parents regarding their choices—both big and small. Whether you’re at a local playground, a zoo, or even scrolling through social media, it’s hard to miss the disapproving glances and snide remarks. Everyone appears to have their own…