Tag: self-image
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What’s New: Set a 7 PM Bedtime for Your Kids!
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, fellow parents! Let’s talk about the importance of establishing a bedtime routine for your children. Did you know that putting your kids to bed at 7 PM can make a world of difference? Not only does it help them get the rest they need, but it also allows you some…
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Who Is That Woman My Partner Sees?
Get Pregnant Fast My partner appreciates my appearance in a way that fills me with warmth. If you asked him to describe me, he’d say I have thick, shimmering hair that cascades in waves. He’d insist that I don’t need makeup; my sparkling blue eyes hold enough secrets and charm to illuminate my face. He’s…
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Turns Out That Princess Culture Might Not Be So Innocent
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to Disney princesses, opinions vary widely. For many parents, these beloved characters symbolize enchantment and whimsy, but a recent study brings to light potential concerns surrounding the impact of “princess culture” on young girls. This research suggests that the phenomenon may be more harmful than previously thought. Researchers from…
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An Open Letter to My Uninvited Post-Pregnancy Belly Flap
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Unwanted Abdominal Flap That Emerged After My Childbirth, Let’s get straight to the point—I really can’t stand you. Honestly, I’m at a loss for what to even call you. Is it a “flap,” a “shelf,” or something entirely more clinical? Regardless, I know one thing for sure: you are nothing but…
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Your Belly is Beautiful: Embracing Change and Growth
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom, your belly is kind of big there,” my four-year-old remarked, her tiny finger playfully poking my midsection. For a brief moment, I felt a rush of defensiveness surge within me. “Actually, it’s not fat,” I thought about replying, my inner voice echoing the insecurities I’ve battled for years. But I held…
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I Refuse to Let My Daughter Hear Me Call Myself ‘Unattractive’ Again
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to stubbornness, I wear that badge with pride. I believe it’s one of my greatest strengths. It ensures that I follow through on my commitments and remain consistent in my decisions. As I embarked on my parenting journey, I laid out a clear set of “I will” and “I…
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Fatherhood Redefined: Navigating My New Identity
Get Pregnant Fast It’s been a year and a half since I embraced the title of “dad,” and yet, I often find it hard to believe. Each time someone calls me a father, it feels like they’re using air quotes, as if it’s a playful joke. At 50, I’m certainly not too young for this…
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Dove’s Latest Campaign: A Misguided Attempt to Empower Women
Get Pregnant Fast Dove has rolled out yet another marketing campaign that seems to follow a familiar pattern: placing women in uncomfortable scenarios, triggering self-doubt, and then subtly chiding them for feeling insecure—all while filming the whole thing for public consumption. I might be one of the few who doesn’t resonate with Dove’s latest #ChooseBeautiful…