Tag: modesty
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6 Ways Motherhood Has Completely Dismantled My Modesty
Get Pregnant Fast Before I became a mom, I was the queen of modesty. You would find me awkwardly lingering at the gym, waiting for an empty shower stall while other women boldly stripped down. If the situation called for it, I would just shower in my bathing suit. That was my life pre-baby. Fast…
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Embracing Shamelessness: My Journey into Book Promotion
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve come to terms with the fact that modesty has become a thing of the past. After all, it’s hard to maintain any sense of decorum after experiencing the chaos of childbirth. But writing a book? That’s taken my shamelessness to a whole new level. My Recent Adventures Let…
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Understanding World Hijab Day: What Are We Celebrating?
Get Pregnant Fast In an effort to foster greater understanding about the experiences of Muslim women who embrace modesty, Sarah Ali, a New York resident, established the inaugural World Hijab Day in 2013. Her vision was to invite women from all walks of life, including those who may not wear traditional head coverings, to experience…
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Embracing the Locker Room: Women Over 40 and the Art of DGAF
Get Pregnant Fast I found my way into the fitness world later in life. In my younger years, my metabolism was my best friend, allowing me to indulge without a second thought, and the gym was never a priority. Occasionally, I’d brave the dreaded treadmill or attend an overly enthusiastic aerobics class, but I always…
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The 21-Page Prom Dress Code Manual: A Case Study in Outdated Attitudes
Get Pregnant Fast In a baffling display of concern for modesty, an Illinois Catholic high school recently unveiled a 21-page manual dictating how female students should dress for prom. This lengthy document serves as a glaring reminder of why dress codes, particularly those targeting young women, can be inherently unfair and absurd. Boylan Catholic High…
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Mom Upset Over Padded Bra Display for Young Girls
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where little ones often emulate their mothers and older siblings, the recent emergence of padded bras for girls as young as four years old has sparked significant concern. While it’s typical for young girls to play dress-up in their mother’s shoes or have their nails done, the idea of…