Tag: societal norms
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To the Man Who Assumed I Was Expecting
Get Pregnant Fast I was dressed in one of my favorite ModCloth A-line dresses that day, complete with pleats that swayed as I stood there. My kids were darting around the church garden, their laughter filling the air. Just as I was enjoying the moment, a man with a gravelly voice approached me. “All boys,…
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Comedian Sparks Controversy with Bathtime Photo of Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent social media uproar, comedian Jake Larson ignited a heated debate after posting a photo of himself taking a bath with his two-year-old daughter. The image, shared on Facebook, quickly drew a mixed bag of reactions, with some users making alarming accusations of inappropriate behavior. Instead of backing down, Larson…
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Half of U.S. Adults Believe Women Should Legally Change Their Last Names After Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast In a surprising revelation, a recent study indicates that approximately 50% of adults in the United States think there should be a legal obligation for women to adopt their husbands’ last names upon marriage. This sentiment arises at a time when women are increasingly advocating for their rights and autonomy, both in…
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Mom Captures Disturbing Encounter with Breastfeeding Critic at Target
Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling incident that underscores the prevalence of breastfeeding shaming, a mother recorded a shocking confrontation with a man who berated her for nursing her baby in public. The mother, known as Laura Simmons, shared her experience on social media, revealing how she was verbally attacked while breastfeeding her one-month-old daughter,…
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Why I Embrace the Term “Single Mother by Choice”
Get Pregnant Fast I recently came across an intriguing article by Emma Thompson in a major publication, where she criticized the label “single mother by choice.” Her argument was that this label creates an unnecessary hierarchy among single mothers, suggesting that some are more valid than others. Although her points were thought-provoking, they overlooked many…
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Why I Feel Empowered When I Skip Makeup
Get Pregnant Fast In the whirlwind of modern life, it’s easy for women to feel pressured to present a certain image. As Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie eloquently put it, many of us juggle various aspects of our identity, from fashion to hobbies, yet society often nudges us to pick and choose which parts to showcase. During…
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Are Beyoncé and I Raising an Anti-Feminist Son?
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Carter Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 Originally Published: Jan. 21, 2015 It all started when my son pointed out that if a song had the same lyrics but focused on boys, it would likely be labeled as sexist. My response? “You’re absolutely right.” And thus, the debate began. He struggles to…
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Nurse Asks Breastfeeding Mom to Leave for “Her Own Dignity”
Get Pregnant Fast In a baffling encounter at a UK hospital, a nursing mother faced unnecessary shaming from a hospital nurse while visiting a loved one. Jessica Taylor, who was there to support her grandmother after eye surgery, found herself confronted by a nurse who insisted she relocate to a private area to breastfeed her…
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Why Are Girls Named Tracy Disappearing?
Get Pregnant Fast In 2014, as we look back at the naming trends from the 1970s and early 1980s, it’s clear that many of us, once surrounded by an abundance of Jennifers in our kindergarten classes, are now having kids of our own. Yet, few are naming their daughters Jennifer. Among the top 20 names…
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Poet’s Powerful Take on the Awkwardness of Public Breastfeeding Goes Viral
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where breasts are everywhere, it’s puzzling that public breastfeeding still stirs up controversy. Breasts are celebrated in media and advertisements, yet when they’re used for their intended purpose—feeding a child—society seems to recoil. This cultural contradiction leaves many mothers feeling judged and uncomfortable, even among their peers. British poet…