Tag: societal norms
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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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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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65 and Expecting: The Case of Billy Jordan vs. The “Reckless” German Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Dec. 27, 2015 Originally Published: April 15, 2015 “Billy Jordan is embracing fatherhood once again as he and his partner, Laura Reynolds, prepare for their first child together.” —Metro News “Baby bliss: Billy Jordan to become a dad for the second time.” —Local Herald “From Music Maestro to Parenting Pro (Again):…
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Navigating Gender Expectations: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast I have a daughter who is eight years old. Yes, you heard that right—EIGHT! The other day, during a casual conversation with a woman at the salon, I was taken aback when she asked if I was concerned that my daughter might be a lesbian. This question didn’t come out of nowhere;…
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5 Reasons I’m Not Coloring My Grey Hair
Get Pregnant Fast As trends come and go, I’ve watched many young adults embrace silver hair as a fashion statement. Meanwhile, my own hair has taken on a decidedly grey hue that’s less chic and more chaotic. My young son finds it amusing, my parents are perplexed by my lack of action, and I suspect…
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I’m Child-Free and Content: Let’s Break the Stigma
Get Pregnant Fast When child-free women share our stories, we often kick off with a disclaimer: “I adore kids! I’m not a bad person, so please don’t judge!” While I won’t stray far from that script—because, yes, I genuinely enjoy the company of children—I find it disheartening that those of us without kids feel compelled…