Tag: consent
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Why I Always Seek My Kids’ Consent Before Sharing Their Photos Online
Get Pregnant Fast As I scrolled through the countless sweet baby snapshots of my first child, a thought crossed my mind: “Should we have another baby?” But then I encountered a memorable photo of my 10-month-old son, the day he transformed our dining room walls into a canvas of spaghetti sauce. In that moment, I…
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7 Effective Ways to Communicate with Your Teen About Their Readiness for Sex
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the “birds and the bees” discussion with your adolescent can feel like a daunting task for many parents. Just bring up the topic, and you might find yourself reminiscing about the simpler days of potty training. Most parents would likely agree that they would rather endure those toddler tantrums than face…
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WOMEN. DO. NOT. OWE. MEN. SEX.
Get Pregnant Fast The recent narrative surrounding Aziz Ansari serves as a troubling reminder of how societal norms often foster a sense of entitlement among men regarding sex. I remember traveling through Greece in my twenties when my companion fell ill with food poisoning. After caring for her for days, I decided to explore the…
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Exhibit ‘What Were You Wearing?’ Challenges Victim Blaming in Sexual Assault Cases
Get Pregnant Fast The night I experienced sexual assault, I was dressed in a simple outfit: blue jeans and a plain black top. That was back in 1990 when I was just 16 years old. You might find yourself pondering the specifics of my attire. Were the jeans tight? Was my top low-cut? Did it…
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Study Reveals Ongoing Misunderstandings Around Consent Among Men
Get Pregnant Fast In recent times, we are witnessing a significant societal shift. Women are expressing their frustrations and refusing to stay silent about issues like sexual assault and misogyny. As high-profile figures face repercussions for their behavior, the conversations around what constitutes appropriate conduct in workplaces, social settings, and personal relationships have intensified. Women…
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Your ‘Kissy’ Kid’s Affection Isn’t Adorable When It’s Unwanted
Get Pregnant Fast During a recent parenting event at a local museum, I found myself amidst a stark reminder of the importance of consent in our children’s interactions. As I observed a lively group of kids, one particular boy, around four years old, made it his mission to dash from child to child, wrapping them…
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Not Every Man is a Threat, But I’m Cautioning My Daughters to Be Aware
Get Pregnant Fast February 10, 2023 My partner and I often find ourselves at odds over how we should approach the safety of our children, particularly our daughters. While I tend to be cautious and prepare for worst-case scenarios, he believes in giving people the benefit of the doubt. He often mentions some statistic about…
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Aziz Ansari Faces Allegations of Sexual Misconduct
Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling revelation, actor and comedian Aziz Ansari has recently been accused of sexual misconduct by an anonymous woman following a date they had in the fall of 2017. The woman, who has chosen to remain unnamed, shared her unsettling experience with Babe, detailing a night that she described as “by…
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Using Sex as a Bargaining Chip? Absolutely!
Get Pregnant Fast In any long-term relationship, the dynamics of intimacy can shift and evolve over time. There are those exhilarating moments of passion where you feel an irresistible pull to drop everything for each other, reminiscent of the carefree days before kids. Then, there’s the more routine kind of intimacy, like those quick encounters…
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Why We Should Move Beyond ‘Not All Men’ and Ask ‘Why All Women?’
Get Pregnant Fast I remember sitting in my friend Emily’s car, sharing a moment of vulnerability as we drove to her house. It had been weeks since I last saw her, and I was eager to reconnect. But I was also grappling with a painful truth I had kept buried for too long. During a…