Tag: public spaces
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Strangers, I Noticed You Eyeing My Kids with Disdain
Get Pregnant Fast As we walked into the restaurant, I noticed you immediately—my rambunctious 7 and 4-year-olds bumping into waitstaff and crowding the cramped aisle, while my fussy 8-month-old protested for his bottle despite just having eaten at home. Your eyes exchanged glances filled with that unmistakable signal of disapproval: “Oh great, kids.” I could…
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Your Oversized Stroller Is Causing Problems for Everyone Else
Get Pregnant Fast Last week, I swung by a coffee shop after a fun day at the park with my little one. I had my child in the stroller, a warm cup of coffee in one hand, and a bag of groceries in the other. It was a bit tricky, but nothing I couldn’t handle.…
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Is There Stigma in Choosing Not to Breastfeed in Public?
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, there has been a significant movement to normalize breastfeeding in public spaces. Mothers shouldn’t feel pressured to retreat to uncomfortable locations like sweltering cars or unsanitary public restrooms just to avoid judgment from those who may not understand or appreciate the act of feeding a child. When I first…
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Raising Children in an Open Carry State: My Concerns
Get Pregnant Fast When I step outside with my kids for a simple errand, a whirlwind of thoughts fills my mind. Did I remember to pack the diaper bag? What was on the grocery list? And seriously, why do their shoes end up off their feet the moment we step out the door? But lately,…
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Toddler Sports Program Forced to Relocate After Noise Complaints from Neighbors
Get Pregnant Fast In a surprising turn of events, a local toddler sports program has found itself without a home after nearby residents expressed concerns about noise levels. The Sportball program, which aimed to teach young children essential sports skills, was operating at Lynndale Parkette for three hours weekly, but now must find a new…
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Breastfeeding Mom Highlights the Irony of Being Shamed in a Lingerie Store
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where breasts are often showcased in provocative ways, a breastfeeding mother recently brought attention to an absurd double standard that many parents can relate to. Emily Johnson, a Tennessee mom, took to social media to express her disbelief after she was told to relocate to a restroom to nurse…
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Museum’s Irony: Breastfeeding Mom Asked to Leave While Art Celebrates Women’s Rights
Get Pregnant Fast In a baffling turn of events, a mother found herself confronted by museum staff while breastfeeding her infant in a place that proudly showcases exhibits on women’s rights. The incident, which has since gone viral on social media, highlights the ongoing struggle many mothers face when trying to nourish their children in…