Tag: self-esteem
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I’m Worried I Might Be Raising a Modern-Day Josie Grossie
Get Pregnant Fast When I think of the name “Josie Grossie,” a character portrayed by Drew Barrymore in the film Never Been Kissed immediately comes to mind. In her high school days, Josie was the epitome of awkwardness—struggling with greasy hair, braces that slightly altered her speech, questionable fashion choices, and a heart full of…
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The Other F Word: Navigating Body Image in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast “It’s probably a good idea to let Liam have some space for now,” I overhear my son Noah saying to his father from the next room. “He’s in a really bad mood. I poked him just a little and he picked me up and tossed me.” While not encouraged, these displays of…
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Navigating Body Image: A Lesson in Self-Perception
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I took my daughters, Mia and Zoe, to a local clothing store. It was our typical outing, selecting a variety of outfits and heading to the dressing room for a fun fashion show. Each time, I would eagerly wait for them to emerge, ready to shower them with compliments as they…
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Why I Choose Not to Call My Daughter Beautiful
Get Pregnant Fast When my daughter, Mia, hit the age of 2, she began to resemble a little version of her dad, and her beauty truly blossomed. Her hair falls perfectly in a charmingly tousled part, with dark roots contrasting beautifully against her baby curls. Honestly, every time I gaze at her, I have an…
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Why Target’s Body-Positive Approach to Swimwear Matters
Get Pregnant Fast In recent months, Target has launched a groundbreaking swimsuit campaign that showcases “real” women of various sizes and shapes, celebrating their unique beauty. This initiative marks a significant shift in the retail landscape, especially for a brand that has faced its share of controversies, including the infamous Thigh Gap Scandal of 2014.…
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Magazine Releases Swimsuit Guide for Tweens: A Concern for Body Image
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: April 28, 2020 Originally Published: May 12, 2005 In an age where body positivity is vital, it’s disheartening to see a popular tween magazine, Discovery Girls, publish a three-page swimsuit guide aimed at girls aged 8 to 12 that focuses on “finding the perfect suit for your body type.” While the…