Tag: social awareness
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Politician Claims Breastfeeding Moms Should Accept Male Attention
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 2016, and we’re still having discussions about public breastfeeding, often fueled by offensive remarks from politicians. A recent incident involving a New Hampshire representative has once again highlighted the disturbing attitudes surrounding this natural act. The New Hampshire State House of Representatives has been debating a controversial bill that would classify…
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Hey Mark, Time to Wake Up: This Is What Diversity Looks Like
Get Pregnant Fast This past weekend, House Speaker Mark Stevens shared a selfie featuring Republican interns on Capitol Hill. At first glance, it seemed like a positive nod toward inclusivity and a step forward for the Republican Party. But let’s be real—this was just another example of the party’s long-standing tradition of catering to the…
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Unseen Suffering: Tourist’s Selfie Ignites Controversy Over Homelessness
Get Pregnant Fast In a shocking turn of events, a photograph capturing a tourist posing for a cheerful picture while a homeless man sleeps nearby has gone viral, igniting anger across social media. This incident, which took place in Los Angeles, shows a woman joyfully stretching her arms in front of a mural that reads:…
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Highlights Magazine: A Call for Inclusivity in Family Representation
Get Pregnant Fast As a child, I cherished the pages of Highlights magazine. When my son brought home a subscription form from school, I eagerly signed up. However, it seems that while the magazine has remained beloved since my youth, its grasp on the evolving definition of family has lagged behind. Fast forward to 2016—same-sex…
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Why I’m Done with What-Not-to-Say Lists
Get Pregnant Fast A few months back, I penned a piece about the things that shouldn’t be said to a mom with boys. I aimed to blend humor and insight, sprinkling in a touch of sarcasm. I thought I was doing a public service by potentially saving folks from embarrassing foot-in-mouth moments. Surely, someone had…
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Teaching Our Children About Injustice: A Parent’s Guide
Get Pregnant Fast My family resides in a comfortable bubble. We’re white, educated, and middle-class. Aside from a few minor childhood hurdles (I was a total bookworm, and my husband faced challenges with dyslexia), we haven’t really struggled. Our kids are growing up in a community that lacks significant racial or socioeconomic diversity. They enjoy…
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Little Girl Silences Cashier Over Doll That ‘Looks Like’ Her
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where ignorance sometimes prevails, it’s often the innocence of children that shines a light on the absurdity of adult assumptions. A perfect example of this occurred when a little girl named Mia Bennington visited a store with her mother, Clara. Mia had just achieved a significant milestone—potty training—and her…
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What These High School Students Are Doing for Homeless Veterans Will Warm Your Heart
Get Pregnant Fast Veterans are true heroes, yet many leave this world without the honor of a proper funeral. In an inspiring act of compassion, a group of high school students at the University of Detroit Jesuit High School is stepping up to ensure these brave individuals receive the respect they deserve. Through a remarkable…
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Please Stop Questioning My Children’s Origins
Get Pregnant Fast Dear World, I kindly ask you to refrain from interrogating my children about their origins. My son’s name is Zayd, and while he doesn’t speak Arabic, he was born right here in Australia. Although I wasn’t, he can recite verses from the Quran and knows every word to the latest pop hits.…
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It’s Normal to Look, But I Might Give You the Finger
Get Pregnant Fast My child is like a marionette, strings stretching to the heavens, invisible yet deeply felt. I often wonder who pulls these strings, as they seem cruel. He dances and jumps, sometimes stumbling or spilling his drink. You know that sinking feeling when you see your child get hurt? It’s like witnessing them…