Tag: societal pressure
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Hilary Lane: “I’m Not Showcasing My Post-Baby Body, I’m Just Running an Errand”
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where celebrity moms often face overwhelming pressure to bounce back to their pre-baby figures almost immediately after childbirth, Hilary Lane recently shed light on this intense scrutiny. During an honest conversation with a popular parenting magazine, she revealed her thoughts on the unrealistic expectations that come with being a…
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Let’s Celebrate! We’re Done Having Kids!
Get Pregnant Fast I want to be clear: I am not expecting a baby, and I’ve made the conscious choice to remain child-free for the rest of my life. My husband, our daughter, and I form a complete family unit as it stands. Yet, despite our contentment, friends and family—well-meaning individuals who know we could…
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9 Responses to Those Who Ask When I’m Having Kids
Get Pregnant Fast I never really felt the pressure to start a family until just a few months before my wedding. After cradling my niece for the first time, it was as if a switch flipped. Suddenly, everyone seemed to be asking, “So, when are you going to have kids?” Little did I know, this…
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When I Shed the Baby Weight, I Faced the Question: Did I Starve Myself?
Get Pregnant Fast One afternoon, while my daughter was hosting a playdate, a mother I barely knew struck up a conversation in my kitchen as I prepared snacks for the kids. As I tossed grapes into a bowl, she asked me, “So, how did you lose the baby weight? Did you starve yourself?” Her gaze…
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Dear Hospital: My Partner Doesn’t Need to Shrink Her Postpartum Belly
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve ever welcomed a new life into the world or considered the journey of parenthood, you know that no amount of preparation can fully equip you for the surprises along the way. The moment you hold your baby for the first time is filled with a whirlwind of emotions—joy, fear, and…
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Stop Asking Women About Their Plans for Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast It’s time to put an end to the intrusive and often uncomfortable question: “When are you going to have kids?” Any woman of a certain age can attest to the frustration of being bombarded with this question. More often than not, it’s not just a casual inquiry; it can feel like a…
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My 7-Year-Old Daughter Posed the Tough Question: “Why Do Girls Have to Look Good All the Time, Mom?”
Get Pregnant Fast My daughter, at just 7 years old, recently hit me with a thought-provoking question: Why do girls always seem to need to look good? It’s clear she notices the stark difference in the time I spend preparing myself to leave the house compared to her dad. She observes my worries about my…
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NY Post’s Distasteful Attempt to Shame Expecting Celebrities Over Weight Gain
Get Pregnant Fast It seems like the New York Post is scraping the bottom of the barrel for clicks by targeting pregnant celebrities and their weight gain. Why not? It’s slow news week, after all. A female journalist from the publication recently commented on the medically recommended weight gain of 25 to 35 pounds during…
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The Heart-Wrenching Reason I Choose Not to Have a Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast From the moment I learned about the possibility of parenthood, I was convinced I would welcome a son into my life. Sure, I understand the science behind gender determination and the 50/50 odds of having a boy or girl. Yet, in my heart, I felt destined to be a proud boy mom.…