Tag: body positivity
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Celebrating Postpartum Bodies: The Life After Birth Project
Read more In a groundbreaking initiative, Knix, a women’s intimates brand, along with the doula service Carriage House Birth and the Empowered Birth Project, has launched the Life After Birth Project. This traveling art exhibition aims to showcase the authentic experiences of postpartum women through a stunning collection of 250 photographs. While social media often…
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Why One Mom is Challenging the Notion of ‘Modesty’ in Girls’ Clothing Choices
Get Pregnant Fast When did you first encounter criticism regarding your clothing? Was it during your childhood when someone urged you to “cover up”? Perhaps it was in school when you were told your shorts were “too short”? Or as a teenager when your skirt length led to comments about you “asking for it”? If…
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My Husband Still Desires Me Despite My Changing Body
Get Pregnant Fast There was a time when I meticulously styled my hair and ensured my nails were always perfectly manicured. A time when my wardrobe didn’t revolve around yoga pants, baseball caps, and well-worn cotton tees. Back then, my lingerie was matching, lacy, and definitely not something I grabbed in a last-minute rush from…
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Mom Reflects on Our Body Struggles in ‘The Body He Fell in Love With’
Get Pregnant Fast Once you step into motherhood, you might find yourself in awe of your body’s capabilities while simultaneously grappling with feelings of self-doubt and insecurity. Some days, we feel invincible, ready to take on the world with confidence. Other days, vulnerability creeps in, leaving us feeling unattractive and overly self-conscious. We often catch…
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Jessica Parker and Ryan Mitchell Begin Their Toddler’s Sex Education Early
Get Pregnant Fast In a bold move towards proactive parenting, actress Jessica Parker has decided to initiate her toddler’s sex education at a young age. Gone are the days of using euphemisms like “pee-pee” and “wee-wee” in the Parker-Mitchell household. Instead, she is committed to teaching her two-year-old son, Leo, the correct terminology for his…
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Runner Responds to Criticism of Her Workout Attire: A Stand Against Victim Blaming
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s society, women frequently face unsolicited remarks about their appearance, often overshadowing their skills and accomplishments. Whether it’s comments on the tightness of their clothing or the appropriateness of their outfits, women are held to confusing and often contradictory standards. Recently, a runner found herself shocked by a particularly heinous remark…
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Embracing Self-Love: My Body Doesn’t Need to Be “Fixed”
Get Pregnant Fast I remember sitting in a doctor’s office as a young teen, the paper liner crinkling under my swinging feet. It was my first solo appointment, and I felt a mix of anxiety and curiosity. My gaze wandered over jars filled with cotton balls and popsicle sticks, and then I noticed her—a nurse…
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Mom of Three in Just 11 Months Shares Honest Post-Baby Belly Photo to Spark Acceptance
Get Pregnant Fast In an inspiring move, a mother from Australia, who welcomed three children within an astonishing eleven months, recently shared a candid photo of her post-baby belly. Her aim? To promote body positivity and acceptance among mothers everywhere. Meet Hannah Reid, a blogger who chronicles her journey as a new mom on her…
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The Freedom of Ditching the Scale
Get Pregnant Fast When embarking on a journey to lose weight, tone up, or embrace healthier habits, I urge you to take a bold step for your well-being: toss that scale out the window. In my past, I was a scale devotee. Each morning, I would hop on, sometimes even after a bathroom break or…